Christine Dolce ("ForBiddeN"): MySpace's Gothic Queen of Drama, Eyeliner, and Chaos

Before Instagram influencers were hawking skinny teas and editing their faces into uncanny valley nightmares, there was Christine Dolce—a peroxide-blonde internet diva who wore the MySpace crown.

Christine Dolce showcasing her iconic style while modeling for her clothing line, Destroyed Denim. Photo courtesy of Destroyed Denim promotional campaign. Licensed for use; photographer details unavailable.

The Rise of ForBiddeN: When Eyeliner Became a Personality

Let’s set the stage: it’s 2005. The internet is a digital carnival of autoplay music, glittery “under construction” signs, and painfully slow dial-up connections. Enter Christine Dolce, better known as “ForBiddeN.” With her platinum-blonde hair, raccoon-level smoky eyeshadow, and enough eyeliner to survive a monsoon, Christine became the blueprint for every edgy MySpace teen trying to look effortlessly cool while secretly crying to Panic! At The Disco.

Christine didn’t just stumble into internet fame—she crafted it. Her MySpace profile was a curated masterpiece of sultry photos, angst-filled bulletins, and aesthetic chaos that made Hot Topic employees weep with joy. She was the first influencer to truly weaponize the platform, gaining millions of friends and turning her online persona into a legitimate brand.

She earned the title “Queen of MySpace,” a crown she wore proudly as she plastered her image on Destroyed Denim ads and magazine covers. Christine wasn’t just a goth girl with a decent camera—she was the moment.