Popular TikToker Khaby Lame Detained by ICE in Nevada
In a surprising turn of events, Khaby Lame, the world’s most followed TikTok influencer, was detain by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) on June 6 at the Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas. The agency confirmed that Lame, 25, an Italian citizen, had overstayed his visa after entering the U.S. on April 30. Following his detention, Lame was granted voluntary departure and has since left the country.
Lame gained fame for his humorous, silent comedy videos, especially after losing his job during the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite the upheaval, he returned to social media shortly after his release, posting on TikTok and Instagram, although he did not address his ICE experience.
The news of Lame’s detention was initially shared by a fellow influencer on X, who claimed responsibility for alerting authorities about Lame’s immigration status. The influencer also encouraged followers to report any illegal activity to ICE. With over 162 million followers, Lame’s unexpected situation has captured widespread attention, marking a dramatic chapter in the life of the social media star.
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