In a surprising turn of events, Khaby Lame, the Senegalese-born TikTok star known for his minimalist reaction videos, was reportedly detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) for overstaying his visa. Lame, who gained international fame for humorously calling out overly complicated life hacks, had been residing in the United States on a temporary visa.

Sources indicate that after a period of detention, Lame chose to self-deport back to his home country of Italy, where he has been a citizen since 2022. The news has sent ripples through social media, with fans expressing both shock and support for the content creator.

The situation raises questions about the complexities of immigration policies and the challenges faced by international artists and performers seeking to work in the U.S. As of now, Lame has not released an official statement, but his followers eagerly await updates on his future plans.