Overview
- KSI announced in a YouTube video that Sunday he will no longer appear in Sidemen videos and that 31 May was his final contribution to the group's channel.
- He said the choice was personal and not the result of any falling out, citing being pulled in many directions and a need to fix his work‑life balance to focus on his health, family and partner.
- The remaining Sidemen posted a statement saying the news was a surprise, that they wished KSI well, and that the group will continue with planned projects and content without him.
- Fans reacted first with scepticism that the announcement was a stunt but KSI’s team and multiple outlets verified the departure, moving public discussion toward career strategy rather than conflict.
- The exit is consequential because the Sidemen have grown since 2013 into a major commercial brand across YouTube, live events, food and streaming, and KSI’s wider mainstream roles suggest the move reflects broader trends in creator careers.