A popular YouTuber known for her viral ponytail tutorial and comedic sketches is now facing serious legal trouble. Kayla Nicole Jones is being sued by her former hairstylist, who alleges the influencer physically struck her during a 2024 work trip to Los Angeles. The lawsuit, filed by Hanissatou Adam, professionally known as Nissa The Super Stylist, accuses Jones of assault, battery, and intentional infliction of emotional distress stemming from an altercation at a shared Airbnb rental.
According to court documents, the trouble began when Adam asked Jones questions the YouTuber didn’t appreciate. Adam claims Jones threatened to slap her if she didn’t stop questioning her. The situation appeared to calm temporarily, as the two continued working together the following day on a music video shoot.
After a long day of filming, Adam says she overheard Jones complaining about the way she was being treated. The hairstylist claims she approached Jones in an attempt to handle the situation in a “calm and reasonable manner”. Instead of de-escalating, Adam alleges Jones became increasingly aggravated and eventually “swung her arm in an intentional manner and contacted” her eye.
The two women were sharing the same Airbnb rental during the work trip, making the aftermath particularly uncomfortable. Adam says she immediately retreated to her room and called a friend to pick her up . While waiting for her ride, she claims Jones continued hurling obscenities at her through the closed door.
A friend eventually arrived at escort Adam from the property. The lawsuit now seeks unspecified damages for the alleged physical and emotional harm.
Jones first gained internet fame a decade ago with her viral “Ponytail Tutorial” video, which taught viewers how to achieve the perfect slickback look using hair gel. The Alabama native, raised by her mother in Montgomery, has since built a substantial following across YouTube and social media through comedic sketches, clothing hauls, and viral memes.
She’s also a mother of two and stars in her own show, “Meme Mom”. In 2019, she launched a music career with the viral single “Move Like a Snake,” followed by tracks including “Bundles” and “Sneaky Link”. Her brand has always centered on relatability and approachability, making the allegations particularly jarring for fans.
News of the lawsuit spread quickly across social media, with fans flooding Instagram comment sections with mixed reactions. Some defended Jones, suggesting the stylist must have provoked her. “So you knowingly triggered her?? And if my math is right 2024 was a trying year for my girl,” one user commented . Others speculated the stylist might be seeking financial gain. One skeptical fan noted, “Yall do know you gotta show evidence for the lawsuit to even be eligible to be filed”.
Meanwhile, some commenters simply believed the allegations. “Iangl I believe it,” wrote one follower, while another added, “Sooooo I’m assuming Kayla beat that ssa”.
Jones has not publicly responded to the lawsuit or the 2024 incident. Representatives for the YouTuber haven’t issued statements and attempts to reach her have gone unanswered. Legal experts note that silence at this early stage of civil litigation isn’t unusual, as defendants often let their attorneys handle communications before filing formal responses.
The case now moves through the legal system, with both sides expected to file additional motions. For Jones, whose career depends heavily on public perception, even unproven allegations carry weight. Her carefully cultivated image as a relatable, polished content creator now faces its most serious test, not in the court of public opinion alone, but in a courtroom where sworn testimony and evidence will determine the outcome.
