Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · June 12, 2025 · Entertainment

TikTok Star Khaby Lame Deported: A Visa Overstay Ends International Fame

TikTok star Khaby Lame will return to Italy after being deported from the US for overstaying his visa

TikTok Sensation Khaby Lame's Shocking Deportation: Was a Trump Ally Responsible?

The drama is unfolding, folks! In a stunning turn of events, Khaby Lame, the world's most popular TikTok personality, has been deported from the US after overstaying his visa. But what's even more intriguing is that a right-wing influencer and friend of Barron Trump has come forward claiming to be responsible for Lame's deportation.

Khaby Lame, whose real name is Seringe Khabane Lame, rose to international fame during the pandemic with his hilarious reaction videos to absurdly complicated "life hacks." With over 162 million followers on TikTok alone, he's a social media sensation. But it seems that his stay in the US was short-lived.

Lame arrived in the US on April 30 and 'overstayed the terms of his visa'

According to reports, Lame arrived in the US on April 30 and exceeded the terms of his visa. He was detained at Harry Reid International Airport, but unlike many others who have faced deportation, he was allowed to leave without a deportation order. A spokesperson for US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) confirmed that Lame's voluntary departure will not affect his immigration record, which could prevent him from being allowed back into the US for up to a decade.

But here's where things get juicy. Bo Loudon, an 18-year-old Gen Z MAGA influencer who has previously been spotted with Barron and Donald Trump, took credit for reporting Lame to ICE. In a post on X (formerly known as Twitter), Loudon claimed that he had been working with "the patriots at President Trump's DHS" to deport the Senegalese-born influencer.

Loudon's motives are unclear, but it seems that he was motivated by a desire to crack down on immigration. In his post, he wrote, "I wish Khaby well and hope he returns as a LAW-ABIDING citizen." But many have questioned why Loudon felt the need to take credit for Lame's deportation.

Meanwhile, Lame has been quiet about the situation, but it seems that he was aware of the drama unfolding around him. Just last week, he returned to social media from Brazil, leaving fans wondering what's next for the TikTok sensation.

The controversy surrounding Lame's deportation comes amid President Donald Trump's escalating crackdown on immigration. Raids in Los Angeles sparked days of protests against ICE, with many calling for a more humane approach to immigration.

But not everyone is as fortunate as Khaby Lame. British backpacker Rebecca Burke, 28, was detained at a facility in Tacoma, Washington, after trying to cross the Canadian border. She spent nearly three weeks behind bars, surviving on a diet of cold rice, potatoes, and beans. Her experience serves as a stark reminder of the dangers faced by those who enter the US without proper documentation.

As for Khaby Lame, it seems that his deportation has sparked a heated debate about immigration and social media fame. Will he return to the US as a "law-abiding citizen" as Loudon wishes? Only time will tell. But one thing's for sure - this drama is far from over!