Streamers Speak Out on Kris Tyson Allegations: xQc, Pokimane, Ludwig, and More React
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Image via IG@kristyson
Kris Tyson, a member of the MrBeast crew, is facing serious allegations of sending inappropriate and sexual messages to a minor. This controversy has taken social media by storm after YouTuber Prism42 shared screenshots of the alleged texts in a video titled “Chris Tyson Talked Inappropriately to a 13-Year-Old.” Clips from this video have gone viral on X, shared by @DramaAlert.
Prism42’s video claims that Kris Tyson met a 13-year-old during a MrBeast giveaway and later sent inappropriate messages. Another YouTuber, Breone, also brought forward similar allegations, showing a Discord screenshot where Tyson made sexual jokes to a minor in 2019 when the minor was 15 years old.
Kris Tyson from MrBeast is being accused of talking to Minors.
— DramaAlert (@DramaAlert) July 22, 2024
Two videos over the last 30 days outline an alleged sexually inappropriate relationship with a minor that’s started with the minor at age 13 with plans to meet up with same minor at age 16.
Kris Tyson, who now goes… pic.twitter.com/CX5NxelZjN
These allegations have quickly spread on social media, with related posts garnering millions of impressions on X within hours. In addition to the accusations of pedophilia, Prism42’s video highlighted problematic jokes Tyson made on social media directed at the minor.
One particularly troubling screenshot from 2018, when X was still Twitter, shows Kris Tyson joking about sending nudes to the minor. The post read: “I posted some fire noods for you. Pls no share.” This post, among others, has sparked significant backlash.
Breone’s video, dated July 22 and titled “Kris Tyson Got Caught Talking To A Minor.. ITS BAD,” has also gone viral, amassing over half a million views in just one day. The 30-minute video includes several instances of Kris Tyson contacting the minor, with Breone raising concerns over their interactions.
Kris Tyson allegedly joking about selling nudes with minor, according to YouTuber Prism42. pic.twitter.com/81dpLdlvud
— DramaAlert (@DramaAlert) July 22, 2024
A crucial clip from Breone’s video, shared by X user @FearedBuck, features a Discord message sent by the minor when he was 15, discussing a Snap from Tyson containing an adult joke. Breone questioned why Tyson, then 22, would send such a message to a 15-year-old.
However, the minor, now 20, has refuted these claims in a series of posts on X, absolving Kris Tyson of any wrongdoing. “Kris did nothing wrong. What’s actually disgusting is you guys twisting things and making me a victim,” the minor stated in a post.
Kris Tyson is being exposed for talking & meeting up with a minor when he was 13 & Kris was 20.
— FearBuck (@FearedBuck) July 22, 2024
This all started when the 13 year old boy won a giveaway from MrBeast, which led to Kris forming a relationship with him & meeting him when he was 16 pic.twitter.com/qFrmqxzxXR
Ava Kris Tyson’s Response and Public Apology
On July 23, Ava Kris Tyson addressed the accusations and issued a public apology, acknowledging past behavior and its impact. “I would like to apologize for any of my past behavior or comments if it hurt or offended anyone. It was not my intent. Seeing recent events we’ve mutually decided it’s best I permanently step away from all things MrBeast and social media to focus on my family and mental health.”
I would like to apologize for any of my past behavior or comments if it hurt or offended anyone. It was not my intent. Seeing recent events we’ve mutually decided it’s best I permanently step away from all things MrBeast and social media to focus on my family and mental health.
— Ava Kris Tyson (@kristyson_) July 23, 2024
Having said that, I humbly apologise to anyone I have hurt with my unacceptable social media posts, past actions, and to those who may feel betrayed by how I used to act online.
— Ava Kris Tyson (@kristyson_) July 23, 2024
I don't want these accusations to impact the hundreds of people who work at MrBeast, which is why I have stepped away
— Ava Kris Tyson (@kristyson_) July 23, 2024
Reactions from the Streaming Community
Top streamers have responded to the viral allegations against Ava Kris Tyson. xQc criticized fellow influencers for their silence on the matter. “I follow mostly only influential creators here, yet most have been silent about the Kris Tyson situation,” he wrote on Twitter/X. “Pretty deviant behavior across the board. Weirdo. Can’t wait to read some of the cope justifications on why it wasn’t addressed.”
By the way, next time I’m @‘ing the whole squad, stop hiding behind the noise
— xQc (@xQc) July 23, 2024
Ludwig Ahgren, however, pushed back against demands for comments, comparing the situation to Dr Disrespect’s Twitch ban. “I waited for Doc’s statement on Twitter and on stream and his removal from Midnight Society. I’m literally in Paris with my family, why y’all mfers so horny for a statement?”
my video literally came out 2 days after Charlie’s not “immediately after information came out”
— ludwig (@LudwigAhgren) July 23, 2024
I waited for docs statement on twitter and on stream and his removal from midnight society
I’m literally in Paris with my family why yall mfers so horny for a statement 😭 pic.twitter.com/iGHtHBYK4p
YouTube streamer Valkyrae shared a similar sentiment, explaining that she hasn’t had time to fully process the information due to moving house. “Pedophiles = bad. Trans ≠ equal pedo. The actions of one trans person do not mean all. Sucks to see so many anti-trans people act as if it does. I’m hoping Ava speaks up.”
I’m still in the process of moving so I havnt been able to fully keep up but in the meantime since I’ve been tagged a bunch
Pedophiles = bad
Trans ≠ equal pedo
The actions of one trans person does not mean all. Sucks to see so many anti trans people act as if it does.
Im hoping…— RAE (@Valkyrae) July 23, 2024Advertisement
Pokimane also addressed the issue, emphasizing that inappropriate behavior towards minors is unacceptable regardless of the individual’s identity. “It’s a shame that people will see this as an opportunity to attack the trans community as a whole. One person’s actions do not reflect on every single trans person, so please don’t view it that way.”
it’s a shame that people will see this as an opportunity to attack the trans community as a whole. one person’s actions does not reflect on every single trans person, so please don’t view it that way.
— pokimane (@pokimanelol) July 23, 2024
YouTuber MoistCritikal pointed out that he had discussed the issue during a live broadcast when the accusations first surfaced. Since then, Ava has released an official statement, announcing her decision to step away from MrBeast and social media to focus on her family and mental health.
Valkyrae called Ava’s statement “disappointing and disgusting” in a quote-retweet. At the time of writing, MrBeast has not yet offered a response.
dr disrespect made a statement himself w/ the details, ava has yet to do so, and i’ve only watched 1 video.
— pokimane (@pokimanelol) July 23, 2024
respectfully, a 10 minute commentary video is not the most accurate news source, so i’m being honest in case more information comes out.
Wish people would actually bother checking if I’ve talked about something. I talked about it last night on stream while it was all unfolding and posted a short edit from the discussion so even brain rotted idiots can watch the full thing and see how horrible it is. I will also be… https://t.co/h0O2vZ8gOm pic.twitter.com/jhGCHjdw4h
— Charlie (@MoistCr1TiKaL) July 23, 2024
I was hoping for a more detailed response but glad Ava is overall stepping away from mr beasts team
— RAE (@Valkyrae) July 23, 2024
disappointing and disgusting https://t.co/fda7ctWT0t
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