Olajide ‘KSI’ Olatunji, a well-known British content creator, has decided to leave the Sidemen, a YouTube collective he has been a part of for over a decade. In a heartfelt video shared with his 18.4 million subscribers, KSI explained his decision, describing it as the ‘hardest video’ he has ever made.
KSI’s Journey with the Sidemen
KSI, also known as JJ, has been a significant figure in the Sidemen, which he described as his ‘second family.’ The group, consisting of seven members, has gained massive popularity through their videos on sports, gaming, and other trending topics. KSI reminisced about their early days, creating content without the expectation of reaching millions of viewers, and how it evolved into an incredible journey that included sold-out stadium shows and Netflix productions.
Reasons for Departure
In his announcement, KSI emphasized that his decision was personal and not due to any negative events. He expressed feeling overwhelmed by the pace of his life, stating, ‘I spent so long trying to be everything for everyone, trying to be everywhere, trying to do it all.’ He acknowledged the difficulty in balancing his personal life, including time for family and loved ones, which ultimately led to his decision to step back.
KSI assured his followers that the Sidemen deserve someone who can give their full commitment, which he feels he cannot provide at this moment. He described the decision as ‘painful’ but necessary for his well-being and fairness to the group and their audience.
Sidemen’s Response
The Sidemen, seemingly surprised by KSI’s announcement, expressed their sadness in an Instagram post. They referred to KSI by his nickname JJ and wished him well in his future endeavors. The group reassured their audience that they will continue to produce content and have exciting plans ahead.
KSI’s departure marks a significant change for the Sidemen, but both he and the group remain optimistic about their respective futures.
Original reporting: KEYT (Ventura/Santa Barbara) — read the source article.
