Former Smash Pro ZeRo Returns to Twitch After Five-Year Ban with Jaw-Dropping Body Transformation
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Super Smash Bros. legend Gonzalo ‘ZeRo’ Barrios has officially been unbanned from Twitch after nearly five years, marking a significant turning point in his career. Once considered the most dominant Smash 4 player, ZeRo’s return comes with more than just a revived streaming career—he’s undergone a stunning physical transformation, making him nearly unrecognizable from his competitive gaming days.
ZeRo’s Legacy and Controversial Ban
During his prime, ZeRo was a Smash 4 juggernaut, winning an unprecedented 56 tournaments in a row and cementing himself as one of the greatest Super Smash Bros. players of all time. However, his meteoric rise came to an abrupt halt in 2020, when he was permanently banned from Twitch amidst a wave of misconduct allegations that shook the Smash community.
🚨 The Allegations & Legal Battle
- In 2020, ZeRo’s former roommate Jisu accused him of inappropriate behavior, alleging he had exposed her to explicit content while she was underage and solicited videos from minors.
- Additionally, she claimed ZeRo had been abusive towards his then-wife Vanessa during the early stages of their relationship.
- On July 4, 2020, ZeRo initially admitted to sending inappropriate messages to minors but later retracted his confession, stating it was made under duress.
- By November 2021, he had filed a lawsuit against Jisu, claiming her allegations were defamatory. The lawsuit was settled a year later, leading him to begin the process of appealing his Twitch ban.
Fast forward to March 12, 2025, and ZeRo is officially back on Twitch, marking his long-awaited return to live streaming.
ZeRo’s Unbelievable Body Transformation
While banned from Twitch, ZeRo remained active on YouTube, but instead of focusing solely on gaming, he took on an unexpected new challenge—fitness.
💪 From 400 Pounds to Ripped Trainer
- At his heaviest, ZeRo weighed nearly 400 pounds, struggling with health issues tied to his sedentary lifestyle.
- Over the past few years, he has completely transformed his physique, putting on muscle, shedding excess weight, and redefining his image.
- His transformation was so drastic that many fans barely recognized him in his first January 2025 fitness update video.
📈 New Career in Fitness & Coaching
- Instead of returning to full-time Smash content, ZeRo has been helping others achieve their own fitness goals, working as a personal trainer both locally and online.
- He’s launched a digital fitness coaching platform, sharing workout plans, nutrition advice, and motivational content to inspire others.
With his Twitch ban lifted, fans are now eager to see whether ZeRo will return to competitive gaming, continue focusing on fitness, or find a way to merge both passions into his content.
What’s Next for ZeRo?
Now that he’s back on Twitch, the question remains—what will ZeRo stream?
🎮 Smash Comeback? With the Smash scene constantly evolving, will ZeRo attempt to reclaim his place as one of the greatest players of all time?
🏋️♂️ Fitness & Gaming Hybrid? His drastic body transformation could inspire a new era of content, blending gaming with fitness coaching to encourage a healthier lifestyle for fellow gamers.
Whatever comes next, ZeRo’s journey is nothing short of extraordinary, and his Twitch return marks the start of a brand-new chapter.
🚀 Will you be tuning in to ZeRo’s streams? Let us know what you think about his return and transformation!
