In a surprising turn of events, world-famous TikTok creator Khaby Lame has voluntarily departed the United States after being detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) over immigration violations.

Khaby, born Seringe Khabane Lame, reportedly entered the U.S. on April 30 but overstayed the terms of his visa, prompting ICE to detain him on June 6 at Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas, Nevada.

🛂 ICE Statement & Departure

A spokesperson for ICE confirmed to Mail Online that:

“Lame was granted voluntary departure June 6 and has since departed the U.S.”

This means Khaby was not deported per se, but allowed to leave the country of his own accord in compliance with U.S. immigration laws.

🇮🇹 Who Is Khaby Lame?

Khaby, an Italian citizen born in Senegal, rose to global stardom with his hilarious, silent reaction videos on TikTok—mostly mocking overcomplicated life hacks. Since starting in 2020, he has become the most-followed person on TikTok with over 162 million followers.

Having moved to Chivasso, Italy at the age of 1, he officially became an Italian citizen in 2022.

👀 Opinion: Fame Isn’t a Free Pass

Khaby’s situation serves as a sobering reminder that celebrity status doesn’t excuse legal obligations. The law remains the law—whether you have 100 followers or 100 million.

It also raises an important question:
Are countries tightening immigration policies even more?
With ICE stepping up enforcement efforts—especially under the Trump administration’s renewed control—non-citizens, even high-profile ones, are being held accountable.

🤳 Fans React: Mixed Feelings

While some fans sympathize with Khaby and blame the system, others argue that as a global personality, he should’ve had his paperwork in perfect order.

“How can a man that makes so many things simple forget something as basic as a visa?” – one X user joked.

Others speculate whether this hiccup will affect his U.S.-based brand deals, but with his global fan base, Khaby is far from cancelled.

🎯 Final Note

From silent comedy to global headlines, Khaby Lame’s journey is a mix of laughter, resilience, and now—a lesson in responsibility. While his stay in the U.S. may be cut short for now, his influence on the internet remains louder than ever—even in silence.

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