Tom Harwood shares adorable throwback to teenage YouTube channel as he takes dig at social media ban

Tom Harwood has shared a nostalgic throwback to his early days as a teenage YouTuber, reflecting on his old bedroom vlogs in a post that has delighted followers online.The GB News presenter posted a clip on X showing himself aged just 13, filming content from his bedroom in 2010 on a now-defunct YouTube channel.“I can’t believe I’m sharing this, but here is 13 year old Tom, vlogging on his YouTube channel from his bedroom,” he wrote.Describing the footage as “from the year of our lord 2010,” Tom joked that it was “none of my proudest work,” but said he had no regrets about the experience. TRENDING Stories Videos Your Say He reflected on how creating videos at a young age helped shape his skills and confidence over time.“Making these silly videos over time taught me so much about video editing, talking to cameras, and being effective on social media,” he said. “I failed a lot before I got better. But I had the chance to try. I developed skills that have helped me enormously in adult life.The presenter went on to say that his life trajectory would likely have looked very different had he not been able to experiment with making videos and sharing them online.“Had I not been able to make silly videos on YouTube – and get motivated/excited about thousands of people watching them – my subsequent life would have certainly looked very different,” he said.In a tongue-in-cheek remark, he added: “Some might argue that would have been for the better, but it would have certainly been for the more boring.”The post quickly attracted a wave of affectionate reactions from followers.One X user wrote: “Stop it, I will die from cuteness overdose.LATEST DEVELOPMENTSShirley Ballas ignores latest BBC row after 'facing wrath of bosses' over Strictly-themed cruise gigScott Mills' former BBC Radio 2 co-star announces exit ahead of Sara Cox breakfast launchITV star shares bold claim that childhood in Zambia was better than growing up in Britain todayI can't believe I'm sharing this, but here is 13 year old Tom, vlogging on his youtube channel from his bedroom.This a video from a channel long since shut down, from the year of our lord 2010.None of it is my proudest work - but I got better as I got older. I learned skills pic.twitter.com/e802LMuO66— Tom Harwood (@tomhfh) June 15, 2026 Another said: “This is so sweet, Tom.”Others highlighted the broader message behind his reflection, with one fan penning: “Genuinely impressive and a very good point.A fourth added: “Yes! A great example of creativity and freedom.”The Good Afternoon Britain host's post comes amid renewed discussion around children’s access to social media, following the Prime Minister’s announcement of plans to introduce restrictions for under-16s.Sir Keir Starmer confirmed proposals earlier this week outlining measures aimed at tightening age verification and limiting access to major platforms used by young people.It appears Tom’s early YouTube practice stood him in good stead for his career, as he joins a host of successful stars and presenters who first found fame online as teenagers.TV personality Joe Sugg got his big break through YouTube, building a large online following in his late teens before going on to appear on shows including Strictly Come Dancing.McFly star Tom Fletcher also built an early online presence, launching a hugely popular YouTube channel while still in his teens, where he shared music, vlogs, and creative content with fans.Meanwhile, musician Conor Maynard began his career on social media platforms aged just 15, uploading cover songs online before being signed by a major record label. Our Standards: The GB News Editorial Charter