Khaby Lame's Visa Overstay: The Italian Social Media Star's Detention in Las Vegas
Italian social media star Khaby Lame, famous for his unique approach to viral tutorials, faced a setback during a visit to the U.S. when he was detained at Las Vegas's Harry Reid International Airport for overstaying his visa. The 25-year-old, with a massive following of 162.2 million on TikTok, had entered the country on April 30th but exceeded the allowed duration of his visa. Despite the brief detention, he was released on the same day and has since left the U.S. without making any public statements about the incident.
Khaby Lame, originally a mechanic from Chivasso, gained fame by humorously parodying complex online tutorials with his trademark shrug and smirk. His rise to stardom began after losing his job in March 2020, and his comedic content resonated with audiences worldwide, setting records on TikTok and generating substantial earnings. Forbes estimated his advertising revenue to be around $16.5 million between June 2022 and September 2023.
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