Influencers Rally Behind Sketch After Explicit Content Leaks, Offering Support and Solidarity
4 min readNumerous content creators have voiced their support for Sketch after explicit videos and photos of the Twitch streamer went viral. Sketch, a popular Twitch personality and a rising social media star, addressed the leaks in a live stream on July 8, confirming the authenticity of the content and apologizing to his fans. He explained that the material was from years ago, during a “dark time” when he was struggling with addiction.
In the wake of his admission, influencers across various platforms have come forward to support Sketch. Members of FaZe Clan, who were with Sketch when the leaks began circulating, have been particularly vocal.
Sketch comes out and CONFIRMS the LGBTQ OF allegations. ‼️
— DramaAlert (@DramaAlert) July 8, 2024
"2 years ago I did some stuff, – I'm a changed person" pic.twitter.com/b3feNlqJLI
FaZe Banks and Kaysan Show Solidarity
FaZe Banks and Kaysan expressed their support for Sketch in separate posts on X (formerly Twitter). Banks condemned the internet users making “crazy assumptions” and shared messages showing the FaZe team’s unity. “Sketch was my homie yesterday, he’s my homie today, he’ll be my homie tomorrow,” Banks declared.
Not everything needs to be broadcast & farmed, but since yall wana jump to crazy assumptions Sketch told me to post these receipts. All the FaZe boys were with him last night. Sketch was my homie yesterday, he’s my homie today, he’ll be my homie tomorrow. You guys are fkn weirdos pic.twitter.com/rNC3yfo4DF
— FaZe Banks (@Banks) July 8, 2024
Kaysan echoed this sentiment, praising Sketch for his resilience: “He’s been nothing but kind, genuine, and humble to everyone, including myself… This kid is a warrior. We stand with Sketch.”
Sketch is a legend. Handled it better than anyone could have in this situation. He's been nothing but kind, genuine, and humble to everyone including myself.
We saw him last night after everything came out and watching the videos. This kid is a warrior. We stand with Sketch.— FaZe Kaysan (@kaysan) July 8, 2024Advertisement
Broad Support from Content Creators
Support for Sketch extends beyond the FaZe Clan. Various content creators have also defended Sketch and criticized those attacking him.
HasanAbi stated on X that Sketch should “never feel shame” for his past, emphasizing that nothing in the leaks suggested harm to others. He criticized those mocking Sketch and making him feel unwelcome.
sketch should never feel shame for his past as long as his action never hurt a soul. nothing about his private life that was leaked even remotely meets that standard. shame on everyone that made fun of him and made him feel unwelcome.
— hasanabi (@hasanthehun) July 8, 2024Advertisement
Duke Dennis addressed the situation during a live stream, chastising viewers for “dragging it” and asserting that Sketch’s sexual preference was nobody’s business. Dennis praised Sketch as a “great guy” and criticized those abandoning their friendship with Sketch over the leaks.
Duke Dennis speak on the Sketch situation
— FearBuck (@FearedBuck) July 8, 2024
“Y’all dragging it… Mfs change… Whatever his sexual preference is, that don’t take away the fact he’s a great fkin guy… If you stop being his friend cos of that, you weird” pic.twitter.com/GtWFvc241C
Cuffem, a streamer on Kick, replied to Banks’ post, ensuring Sketch that he is “not alone” and remains loved and supported. Cuffem argued that Sketch’s reputation should not be tarnished, highlighting that he did not harm anyone.
Respect banks, let sketch know he’s not alone we still love and support him he didn’t damage anyone or hurt anyone so he shouldn’t be tarnished or shit talked more off sketch and more on the real weirdos that don’t get talked about enough
— cuffem (@cuffem) July 8, 2024
Mike Majlak, co-host of Impaulsive and author, shared a photo with Sketch, calling him a friend with an “incredible heart, positive energy, and love for life.”
met sketch a couple months back and have had the blessing of hanging with him a good amount since then. he has an incredible heart, positive energy, and love for life. i consider him a friend and i hope he continues to be the sweet soul that we all know and love. pic.twitter.com/XWcovEiRfW
— Mike Majlak (@mikemajlak) July 8, 2024
Cinna, a streamer and YouTuber, praised Sketch’s reaction to the leaks, calling it an “insane Sketch W” and admiring his ability to stay positive in difficult circumstances.
insane sketch w.
— cinna (@cinnabrit) July 8, 2024
Seeing positives and being able to smile despite facing something incredibly difficult like that is so inspiring
SteveWillDoIt expressed unwavering support for Sketch, stating he would “love” Sketch until “death” and criticized anyone hating on the streamer.
LosPollosTV questioned why people cared about Sketch’s private life and condemned fans for turning on him after he had provided them with entertainment and joy.
#LosPollosTv reacts to the news of streamer "Sketch" being a gay onlyfans creator (part 2) pic.twitter.com/Tlgh0xOgmP
— LosPollos Plug🍇 (fb?) (@LosPollosPlug0) July 8, 2024
Ludwig simply called Sketch “the goat,” recognizing his significance in the streaming community.
sketch the goat ☝️
— ludwig from video games (@LudwigAhgren) July 8, 2024
Jake Paul also voiced his support on X, succinctly stating, “We love you Sketch.”
We love you Sketch☝🏼
— Jake Paul (@jakepaul) July 8, 2024
The overwhelming support from these influencers highlights the strong community and camaraderie among content creators, standing by Sketch during a challenging time.