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Time of India
an hour ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Who is Khaby Lame, popular TikTok star detained in the US?
Image credits: X/@BoLoudon T he world of TikTok is not just a social media sphere; it has changed the lives of many for the better, and among them, on the top, is the world's most followed TikTok star, Khaby Lame. Khaby 'Khabane' Lame is a Senegalese-born Italian social media influencer, popularly known as the world's most-followed TikToker. With over 162 million followers on TikTok, the 25-year-old first became popular during COVID when he posted videos of himself silently reacting to overly complicated "life-hack" videos. While his videos get him much traction, recently he has been in the news for being detained by US immigration authorities for overstaying his visa, as per an official statement by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). He was taken into custody at the Harry Reid International Airport in Paradise, Nevada, on June 6. Las Vegas Shootout: YouTuber Suspect On Run After Killing Rival On Livestream 'US Immigration and Customs Enforcement detained Seringe Khabane Lame, 25, a citizen of Italy, June 6, at the Harry Reid International Airport, Las Vegas, Nevada for immigration violations,' the agency was quoted as saying. 'Lame entered the United States April 30 and overstayed the terms of his visa. Lame was granted voluntary departure June 6 and has since departed the US,' the statement added. Who is Khaby Lame? Image credits: Getty Images Khaby Lame was born on March 9, 2000, in Senegal but moved to Italy with his family when he was around one year old. Before beginning his highly successful social media career, he worked as a CNC machine operator in a factory but was laid off during the COVID-19 pandemic in March 2020. This was when he pushed forward into the world of social media with a format that people instantly fell in love with. He would mimic popular life hacks, then perform them simply and end the video with his now-iconic expression: palms up, wide-eyed, silent sarcasm. In just two years he had surpassed both Gianluca Vacchi and Charlie D'Amelio to become the most followed TikTok creator. Over the years, he has partnered with brands such as Hugo Boss, Fortnite, Sony Pictures and Walmart. Additionally, he was a juror for TikTok shorts at Cannes 2022, a judge on Italia's Got Talent in 2023, made a cameo in Bad Boys: Ride or Die in 2024 and attended the Met Gala in 2025. He was appointed as a UNICEF goodwill ambassador in 2025, focusing on youth and children's rights in Africa. According to Lame has an estimated net worth of $20 million. He was also named in Fortune's 40 Under 40 and Forbes' 30 Under 30.
IOL News
10 hours ago
- Entertainment
- IOL News
TikTok star Khaby Lame detained by United States immigration authorities for visa overstay
Khaby Lame is the most followed man on Tik Tok, Image: Instagram/@gq Khaby Lame (Khabane Lame), the world's most-followed TikTok creator, was briefly detained by U.S. immigration authorities on Friday after overstaying his visa, officials confirmed on Saturday. The 25-year-old Senegalese-born Italian citizen was taken into custody by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in Las Vegas, Nevada. In a statement released to AFP, ICE said, 'U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement detained Seringe Khabane Lame, 25, a citizen of Italy, June 6, at the Harry Reid International Airport, Las Vegas, Nevada for immigration violations.' According to the agency, Lame entered the U.S. on April 30, 2025, on a non-immigrant visa but 'overstayed the terms of his visa.' After being detained, Lame was granted voluntary departure, a provision that allows foreign nationals to leave the United States on their own rather than face formal removal proceedings. ICE confirmed that he was released the same day and has since left the country. No further legal action is expected as a result of the voluntary departure. As of yet, Lame has not commented publicly on the incident. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ Ad loading Khabane 'Khaby' Lame rose to global fame during the COVID-19 pandemic with his signature silent, deadpan reactions to overly complicated 'life hack' videos. His unique comedic style resonated across cultures, propelling him to the top of TikTok, where he now has over 162 million followers. This is currently the highest on the platform. Lame's success has extended beyond social media. He has been featured on Forbes' 30 Under 30 and Fortune's 40 Under 40 lists, and in 2022, he was named a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador, reflecting his influence both online and off.
Hindustan Times
2 days ago
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Has Khaby Lame been deported? ICE issues statement on Las Vegas arrest
Social media influencer Khabane 'Khaby' Lame was detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in Nevada on Friday over alleged immigration violations. ICE confirmed the incident in a statement to Men's Journal, noting that Lame was later granted 'voluntary departure' and has since left the country. Political activist Bo Loudon was the first to share the news publicly, claiming in a post on X (formerly Twitter) that Lame had been arrested in Las Vegas and was being held at the Henderson Detention Center. 'President Trump's ICE just officially arrested far-left TikToker, Khaby Lame, whom I reported as an illegal alien. According to the official DHS website, he's currently being held at the Henderson Detention Center and is in ICE CUSTODY,' Loudon wrote on X on Friday. In a follow-up post, Loudon wrote, '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 happen. He 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." Loudon also shared what he claimed was a screenshot from ICE's online detainee locator tool, listing Lame as in custody. However, confusion spread online after Lame appeared active on social media. He posted multiple times on both his Instagram Story and TikTok page following the reports, leading fans to question the authenticity of the claims. Despite this, ICE confirmed the detention in a formal statement to Men's Journal. Following ICE's confirmation, Loudon posted again: "President Trump's ICE just announced the largest TikTok user, ILLEGAL ALIEN Khaby Lame, has "departed" the U.S. after being taken into custody. No one works faster than President Trump's administration." Loudon also shared a screenshot of an email allegedly from an ICE spokesperson. The mail stated: "U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement detained Seringe Khabane Lame, 25, a citizen of Italy, June 6, at the Harry Reid International Airport, Las Vegas, Nevada for immigration violations. Lame entered the United States April 30 and overstayed the terms of his visa. Lame was granted voluntary departure June 6 and has since departed the U.S.' Also Read: Paramount ICE raids: What is happening near Home Depot and why are people getting arrested? Khabane 'Khaby' Lame, 25, is a Senegalese-born Italian content creator and the most-followed individual on TikTok, boasting over 162 million followers as of 2025. He rose to international fame during the COVID-19 pandemic for his silent, humorous reactions to overcomplicated life hacks. Lame has since made it to Fortune's 40 Under 40 and Forbes' 30 Under 30 lists.
Express Tribune
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Khaby Lame ICE arrest rumor spreads after activist post sparks online speculation
Rumors have gone viral claiming that TikTok megastar Khabane 'Khaby' Lame was arrested by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in Las Vegas. The speculation originated from conservative activist Bo Loudon, who posted on X (formerly Twitter) that Lame had been detained for allegedly overstaying a visa and evading taxes. Loudon claimed he tipped off ICE himself and included what he said was a screenshot from the ICE detainee locator showing Lame at the Henderson Detention Center. 🔥🚨BREAKING: Legendary liberal TikTok influencer Khaby Lame just got arrested and is now in ICE custody after Bo London reported the influencer. Bo London: 'I discovered he was an illegal who overstayed an invalid VISA, evaded taxes, and I personally took action to have him… — Dom Lucre | Breaker of Narratives (@dom_lucre) June 6, 2025 However, as of June 7, there has been no official confirmation from ICE, the Department of Homeland Security, or Lame's representatives. Independent searches using the A-number provided by Loudon yielded no results, and Lame's name does not appear in the ICE detainee system. Khaby Lame, a Senegalese-born Italian national, rose to international fame during the COVID-19 pandemic for his silent TikTok videos that humorously critique overly complex life hacks. With over 162 million followers, he became the platform's most-followed creator by 2025. His fame has expanded beyond social media: he's been featured on Forbes' 30 Under 30, Fortune's 40 Under 40, walked the 2025 Met Gala red carpet, and was appointed a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador earlier this year. While online speculation continues, legal experts caution against drawing conclusions from unverified information. 'Even if someone appears in a detainee system, that doesn't confirm legal wrongdoing,' said immigration attorney Julia Price. She added that Lame's dual Italian-Senegalese citizenship could further complicate the legal picture. The episode underscores concerns about immigration misinformation and politically charged online narratives. Despite the lack of evidence, many fans are expressing shock and support across social media. 'I just want the truth,' said Zoe, a 17-year-old TikTok user from Chicago.
