YouTuber KSI Leaves Sidemen Group After 13 Years
KSI announced his departure from the YouTube collective on 31 May. A spokesperson confirmed the exit after 13 years with the group.
deadline.comKSI announced in a video that he will no longer participate in Sidemen videos, with 31 May marking his final appearance. The YouTuber, whose real name is Olajide Olatunji, said the decision followed months of consideration. "This is honestly the hardest video I've ever had to make in my life," he stated.
He added that he had spent a long time weighing the choice and concluded he could no longer give the required commitment. A spokesperson told the BBC the announcement was genuine after some followers questioned whether it was a stunt. KSI recalled the group's early days and thanked the other members for their work.
The collective has produced football, comedy and challenge videos since 2013 and maintains 23 million YouTube subscribers. KSI began posting videos in 2008 and maintains a separate channel with more than 18 million subscribers.
Transparency
Reported by a single outlet. This score reflects source tier and factual specificity — corroboration is limited with one source.
Story details
Related Stories
thehindu.comIran Maintains Sovereignty Over Strait of Hormuz, Demands Asset Release Before Nuclear Concessions
Washington returned a stricter draft agreement to Tehran. Iran said it would not sign until frozen assets are released and rights secured.
freepressjournal.inMissile Strike in Indian Ocean Kills Four Near Sri Lankan Town
A missile struck a vessel off Sri Lanka's southern coast on May 31, 2026, killing four people. The incident occurred during the early phase of the U.S.-Iran conflict and was reported by local authorities.
middleeasteye.netLawmakers Seek to Remove Israel Military Integration Provision From Defense Bill
Two members of Congress plan to strip a section from the annual defense budget that would increase coordination between the U.S. and Israeli militaries. The measure is part of a $1.15 trillion spending bill now moving through committee.