Latest news with #Khaby
Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
TikToker Khaby was detained for overstaying visa, now he has departed US, confirms ICE
ICE confirms that popular TikToker Khaby was detained for overstaying US visa. The immigration department confirmed that ICE detained Serine Khabane Lame, popularly known as Khaby, at the Harry Reid International Airport, Las Vegas, for immigration violations, after such claims went viral with any official clarification. The US Immigration and Customs Enforcement said Khaby entered the US April 30 and overstayed the terms of his visa. Khaby was granted voluntary departure June 6 and has since departed the US. Khabane "Khaby" Lame is a Senegalese-Italian TikTok star, born on March 9, 2000, and the platform's most-followed creator with over 162 million followers as of 2025. He gained fame during the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic after losing his factory job in Chivasso, Italy, where he's lived since age one. Known for his silent, deadpan comedy, Khaby mocks overly complicated "life hack" videos by showing simpler solutions, using expressive facial reactions and a signature hand gesture. His wordless style, inspired by universal humor, has made him globally relatable. Khaby became TikTok's most-followed user in June 2022, surpassing Charli D'Amelio. He's earned up to $750,000 per post, with a net worth estimated at $16 million, through brand deals with Hugo Boss, Fortnite, and Walmart, among others. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo He's also ventured into acting, appearing in Bad Boys: Ride or Die (2024), starring in the Tubi series Khaby Is Coming to America, and judging on Italia's Got Talent. A practicing Muslim, Khaby married Wendy Thembelihle Juel in 2023, but they separated by May 2024. He's been recognized in Forbes' 30 Under 30 and Fortune's 40 Under 40. Khaby's arrest or detainment was largely dismissed as fake news before ICE confirmed it. The speculation stemmed from posts by Conservative activist Bo Loudon. Khaby is an Italian citizen since 2022 though he stayed in Italy since childhood after his family came to the country from Senegal.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
YouTuber Khaby Lame reportedly arrested by ICE over alleged ‘illegal alien' accusations, internet reacts
In a plot twist nobody had on their 2025 bingo card, Khaby Lame, the TikTok king and the famous YouTuber with over 160 million followers has allegedly been arrested in the United States and thrown into ICE custody. That's right. The silent reaction king, famous for mocking absurd 'life hacks,' has now become the centre of an online storm. But before anyone starts hyperventilating, let us break down the drama. 🚨BREAKING: President Trump's ICE just officially arrested far-left TikToker, Khaby Lame, whom I reported as an illegal to the official DHS website, he's currently being held at the Henderson Detention Center and is in ICE CUSTODY. Khaby Lame has been arrested and detained by ICE. He is likely to be deported but is rich enough to stay anywhere he wants. Khaby Lame's alleged arrest sends internet into meltdown The chaos erupted when Bo Loudon, a self-proclaimed conservative commentator (and self-declared bestie of Barron Trump… yes, that Barron), went full keyboard warrior mode and dropped what he called a 'scoop.' According to Loudon, Khaby was arrested after he personally flagged him for being an 'illegal alien' and overstaying his visa. Meet far-left TikTok star "Khaby Lame."He's an ILLEGAL ALIEN!I've been working with the patriots at President Trump's DHS to make this was just ARRESTED in Vegas and is in ICE CUSTODY!To verify, go to ICE's Locator, type the A-number, and Senegal as country. In a series of wild posts on X (formerly Twitter), Loudon claimed the TikToker had 'evaded taxes,' was 'living on an invalid visa,' and had finally been 'nabbed in Las Vegas.' He even provided what he claimed was Khaby's A-Number and a screenshot from the ICE detainee locator site. U.S. Immigration Authorities Arrest TikTok Star Khaby LameAccording to American media, TikTok star Khaby Lame, who has over 162 million followers, was arrested by the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) due to an expired per the official Department of… But even the official ICE website came up empty. Still, the rumour mill did not stop churning. Reality check: Is it all just noise? Despite the viral drama and far-right celebration online, there is currently no official confirmation from ICE or Khaby's reps. What we do know is this: Khaby Lame was born in Senegal, raised in Italy since he was one year old, and only became an Italian citizen in 2022. He has mostly lived in Italy—so why he would suddenly get arrested in the US is raising more questions than answers. 🚨BREAKING: Far-left ILLEGAL ALIEN TikToker Khaby Lame was just ARRESTED and is now in ICE custody under President Trump.I discovered he was an illegal who overstayed an invalid VISA, evaded taxes, and I personally took action to have him one is above the law! Also, let's not forget that Khaby went from being a laid-off factory worker during the pandemic to becoming a global icon with collaborations alongside Will Smith and Tom Cruise. So, yes—he is kinda a big deal. The internet reacts: Chaos, memes, and confusion While some took the claims at face value and started a cancel-fest, many fans quickly came to his defence, calling the allegations xenophobic and baseless. 'Why would ICE even arrest someone who lives in Italy?' one user questioned. Another wrote, 'Sounds like someone's desperate for clout.' TikTok fame doesn't grant immunity—just ask Khaby Lame and his expired visa. So is Khaby Lame actually in detention or just the target of a social media smear campaign? Until we get that official statement, the internet remains shook, divided, and very, very confused.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
TikToker Khaby Lame arrested by ICE for illegally staying in US? Here's the truth
A claim went viral that TikToker Khaby was arrested by the ICE in US because of staying in the country illegally. One of the biggest TikTokers, Khabane Khaby Lame, was rumored to be arrested by the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement, with a screenshot of the ICE website with his name on it going viral. Barron Trump's best friend, social media influencer Lo Boudon, shared the screenshot and spread the news of Khaby's illegal status in the US and the subsequent arrest. But there is no confirmation about it. The screenshot shows 'Serigne Khabane Lame', who is not Khaby and the screenshot is also fake, social media users debunked the claim. Khaby is not for his short videos where he does not say anything but shows how easy some life hacks are. There is no information about Khaby being in the US. In 2022, Khabu was given Italian citizenship after moving to the country from his native Senegal as an infant. 'It is not that before, before signing, I didn't feel Italian, so very little has changed,' he said after being granted Italian citizenship. 'But now I am officially Italian, on paper. ' Khabane "Khaby" Lame is a Senegalese-Italian TikTok star, born on March 9, 2000, and the platform's most-followed creator with over 162 million followers as of 2025. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like This Device Made My Power Bill Drop Overnight elecTrick - Save upto 80% on Power Bill Pre-Order Undo He gained fame during the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic after losing his factory job in Chivasso, Italy, where he's lived since age one. Khaby became TikTok's most-followed user in June 2022, surpassing Charli D'Amelio. He's earned up to $750,000 per post, with a net worth estimated at $16 million, through brand deals with Hugo Boss, Fortnite, and Walmart, among others. He's also ventured into acting, appearing in Bad Boys: Ride or Die (2024), starring in the Tubi series Khaby Is Coming to America, and judging on Italia's Got Talent. A practicing Muslim, Khaby married Wendy Thembelihle Juel in 2023, but they separated by May 2024. He's been recognized in Forbes' 30 Under 30 and Fortune's 40 Under 40.
Time of India
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
While Trump targets TikTok's ownership, Senegal's Khaby Lame quietly rules social media
While Trump eyes TikTok , Khaby Lame silently takes over the social media throne In a world where tech-savvy influencers dominate headlines with flashy content, Khaby Lame conquered the globe with silence. No expensive production. No voiceovers. Just deadpan facial expressions and a shrug. Born in 2000 in Senegal, a country where one US dollar equals nearly 610 CFA francs, Khaby's childhood was framed by economic limitations. Senegal remains one of the most economically challenged nations in West Africa. Internet access is limited, tech gadgets are a luxury, and average incomes hover far below the global poverty line. Yet somehow, a young Senegalese boy went on to become the face of irony in the over-engineered world of social media. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Play War Thunder now for free War Thunder Play Now Undo Also read: What is Apple Pay Prank? Here's what we know about new TikTok Trend and can someone steal money by just tapping on your phone From factory layoffs to front page fame After moving to Italy as a child, Khaby grew up in a modest home. In 2020, he was laid off from his factory job during the COVID-19 lockdown. With nothing but a phone and an idea, he started uploading videos to TikTok. His signature: reacting to absurdly complicated life hacks by silently demonstrating a much simpler solution, often accompanied by a mockingly unimpressed stare. Live Events That quiet wit resonated globally. By 2022, he had surpassed Charli D'Amelio to become the most followed TikToker in the world. Today, Khaby boasts over 160 million followers, brand deals with global companies like Hugo Boss and Binance, and an estimated net worth of $15 million. The irony of tech scarcity and tech domination Khaby's success is layered with rich irony. He comes from Senegal, a country with low smartphone penetration, unstable internet, and minimal digital infrastructure. According to the economic gap between Senegal and the United States is staggering. The GDP per capita in the US is over $76,000, while in Senegal it's under $1,600. In terms of tech resources, it's a David vs. Goliath narrative. Also read: $300 million bet? TikTok-connected startup with zero revenue and China links eyes massive stake in Donald Trump's memecoin And yet, Khaby used a basic smartphone and free internet access to carve out an empire. In doing so, he didn't just cross borders, he rewrote the rules of digital fame . A cultural phenomenon beyond comedy Beyond the laughs, Khaby represents a shift in who gets to influence global culture. He speaks no English in his videos, yet millions watch him in the U.S., India, Brazil, and beyond. In a space often dominated by English-speaking, Western influencers, Khaby made silence universal. He's not just a content creator; he's a case study in the globalization of humor and the democratization of tech fame. Brands love him because he transcends language and culture. Young people love him because he feels real.
