How rich is Khaby Lame? Inside the net worth of TikTok's most-followed star
Khaby Lame
Synopsis Khaby Lame, the TikTok sensation, faced a setback after reportedly being detained by ICE agents at Las Vegas airport for allegedly overstaying his U.S. visa. Lame, known for his silent comedy, opted for voluntary departure, preserving his chances of future U.S. entry. Khaby Lame, the silent comedy sensation and most-followed TikTok creator in the world, recently made headlines for a reason unrelated to his viral videos. The Senegalese-Italian influencer was reportedly forced to leave the United States after being detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents at Las Vegas' Harry Reid International Airport.
ADVERTISEMENT According to ICE, Lame—whose full name is Seringe Khabane Lame—allegedly overstayed his visa after arriving in the U.S. on April 30. He accepted the option of a voluntary departure, which spares him a formal deportation order and protects his chances of reentering the country in the future.
The incident comes amid President Donald Trump's renewed immigration crackdown, which has triggered protests across cities like Los Angeles following ICE raids and military deployment.
Khaby Lame skyrocketed to global fame during the COVID-19 pandemic, turning his layoff from a factory job into a TikTok empire. He's best known for his wordless reactions to absurd life-hack videos—simple, relatable, and hilariously effective.As of June 2025, Lame commands over 162 million TikTok followers, making him the platform's most-followed creator. His signature deadpan expression and clever visual storytelling have earned him global recognition and lucrative brand deals.Lame's net worth is estimated to be between $16.5 million and $26 million as of 2024. His income stems from multiple sources, including sponsored content, brand endorsements, social media monetization, real estate, and his own merchandise line.
ADVERTISEMENT Income BreakdownTikTok Earnings: Lame reportedly earns between $500,000 and $850,000 per sponsored post, depending on the campaign. Notably, he was paid $1 million for promotions with QNB Bank and Binance Crypto App.
ADVERTISEMENT Instagram & YouTube: On Instagram, where he commands millions of followers, he charges about $20,000 per post. His YouTube channel, with over 9 million subscribers, provides steady income through ad revenue.Brand Endorsements: He has inked deals with big names like Hugo Boss, Netflix, Amazon Prime, Juventus FC, Dream11, and Xbox, boosting both his income and mainstream appeal.
ADVERTISEMENT Merchandising: Through Khabyshop, his personal merchandise line, Lame sells apparel and accessories to fans worldwide.Real Estate PortfolioLame has invested wisely in high-value real estate across Europe. His portfolio reportedly includes properties in Milan, Florence, Lake Como, Paris, Nice, Brussels, and Antwerp, collectively valued at around $10 million.
ADVERTISEMENT Lifestyle & AssetsKhaby Lame enjoys the fruits of his success, with a lavish lifestyle that includes:A luxury mansion featuring a swimming pool, home theater, wine cellar, and tennis courtAn impressive car collection, including a Lamborghini Huracán, Porsche 911, Audi Q8, BMW X6, and a Volvo XC60
Khaby is also branching out into film and television. He made a cameo in the Italian dub of Black Panther: Wakanda Forever (2022) and appeared in Bad Boys: Ride or Die (2024). His latest project, an unscripted comedy series titled Khaby Is Coming to America, premiered on Tubi in June 2024—his first major step into scripted entertainment.
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