Concerns Rise After Kick Streamer Fousey Shares Hospital Photo Following Arrest Reports
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Image via X@fousey
Yousef Erakat, widely known as Fousey, recently shared a photo from a hospital bed on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), which he captioned, “pray 4 da boi.” The post immediately raised concern among his fans, following a turbulent week involving a Kick livestream altercation, a platform ban, and an alleged arrest due to “suicidal threats and being a danger to others.” This series of events has sparked widespread speculation about Fousey’s mental health and future in streaming.
Who is Fousey?
Yousef Saleh Erakat, known online as Fousey, is a Palestinian-American internet personality who initially rose to fame on YouTube with his comedic sketches and prank videos. His popularity surged with viral videos impersonating celebrities, especially Drake, and he later appeared in movies like Boo! A Madea Halloween and its sequel. Over the years, Fousey has been open about his struggles with mental health and has faced numerous controversies, including public outbursts and confrontations during his live-streamed events.
pray 4 da boi. 💗 pic.twitter.com/rUceYWR23Q
— fousey (@fousey) November 1, 2024
Most recently, Fousey signed an exclusive streaming deal with Kick, aiming to produce a nonstop 24/7 livestreaming session spanning 30 days. However, this ambitious project soon met challenges as Fousey became embroiled in a heated dispute with his manager during a live broadcast. Witnesses reported that Fousey used offensive language toward his manager and ultimately fired him on-air. Following this incident, his Kick account was banned, effectively putting a halt to his month-long streaming challenge. Fousey later expressed frustration over the situation, lamenting his limited streaming options, as Twitch is no longer a viable platform for him.
Arrest and Hospitalization Concerns
On October 30, Kick streamer Drama Alerts reported that Fousey had been detained over concerns about his mental well-being and potential threat to himself or others. In a video shared by Drama Alerts, Fousey was seen addressing his mother as police officers arrived at his residence. In an emotional moment, he explained to her that he was being taken into custody, allegedly for expressing suicidal ideation. According to Fousey, he had been sedated for a full day, only to awaken to lights and police officers at his door.
CHARGING UP FROM THE HOSPITAL.
— fousey (@fousey) November 2, 2024
i’ll be back tonight or tomorrow or after.
they can’t STOP me even if they STOPPED me.
G7X
🩸 pic.twitter.com/QzXhvTS5xP
Shortly after this incident, Fousey shared his hospital photo on X, sparking an outpouring of support from his fans and followers. His post prompted many to share messages of concern and encouragement, with hopes for his recovery and return to a healthier mental state.
Fallout with Kick and Future Uncertainty
The Kick ban, following his public fallout with his manager, marks a significant setback for Fousey, who had been dedicating himself to creating non-stop live content on the platform. Expressing his frustration, Fousey stated, “Not even 48 hours into my 24/7 30 days, and Kick bans me… I can’t go to Twitch to continue.” His comments suggested that he believes Kick might revisit the ban’s duration and reasons, though Kick has yet to publicly address the matter.
Fousey ARRESTED following suicidal threats and being a danger to others allegedly. ‼️ pic.twitter.com/tQjhUZXeKg
— DramaAlert (@DramaAlert) November 1, 2024
Although Kick remains silent on whether Fousey will be reinstated or permanently banned, Fousey’s recent post from the hospital underscores the challenging circumstances he’s currently facing. His hospitalization and the outpouring of public concern highlight the emotional toll of his online presence and the pressures he has encountered in a high-stakes, continuous-streaming environment.
Fousey’s recent hospitalization and arrest underscore the complexities of mental health within the live-streaming world, where high visibility can intensify personal struggles. The events of the past week have cast uncertainty over Fousey’s career on Kick, especially with the future of his streaming deal in question. Fans continue to send messages of hope and healing, underscoring the supportive community he has built over the years. For now, Fousey’s health and well-being take precedence as his community awaits updates on his status and potential return to streaming.
Sending prayers 🙏
— AlexeiDaVinci (@AlexeiDaVinci) November 1, 2024
But what really happened ?
— Brian (@Brian_OO1) November 1, 2024
Pray for fousey
— DaGoaT_100 (@DaGoaT_100) November 1, 2024
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