Ava Kris Tyson Quits MrBeast YouTube Channel Amid Grooming Allegations
Background: Shadman Artwork Commission Allegations
As early as 2017, Ava Kris Tyson, a longtime friend and collaborator of MrBeast, came under fire for commissioning artwork from Shadman, an artist known for his sexually explicit content involving underage characters. Tyson later apologized for her involvement, stating that she was unaware of Shadman's history at the time.
Recent Grooming Allegations
In July 2024, new allegations surfaced against Tyson, this time involving inappropriate behavior towards minors. One individual claimed that Tyson had sent explicit messages and images to a 16-year-old fan. Tyson has denied these allegations, but the damage to her reputation was significant.
Decision to Quit MrBeast
In light of the allegations, Tyson announced her decision to leave MrBeast's YouTube channel. In a statement released on social media, Tyson said that she wanted to "take time to focus on herself and her mental health." She also expressed regret for the pain her actions had caused to her fans and colleagues.
MrBeast, whose real name is Jimmy Donaldson, has not commented publicly on Tyson's departure. However, the channel has removed all videos featuring Tyson from its playlist.
Impact on MrBeast Channel
Tyson's departure is a significant loss for MrBeast's YouTube channel, which has over 100 million subscribers. Tyson was a popular and recognizable member of the team, and her absence will likely be felt by fans.
It remains to be seen how MrBeast will replace Tyson and whether the allegations against her will have a lasting impact on the channel's growth and popularity.
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