Khaby Lame, born Khabane Lame on March 9, 2000, in Senegal, is a Senegalese-Italian social media personality and content creator. He gained worldwide recognition through his silent comedic videos on TikTok, where he humorously highlights and simplifies unnecessarily complicated life hacks and everyday problems using deadpan expressions and exaggerated gestures. His unique style relies on wordless, relatable humor that resonated globally, helping him amass a vast following in a short period[1][2][3]. Lame began creating content in 2020 and quickly rose to prominence, becoming the most-followed TikToker in the world. As of 2021, he had over 113 million followers on TikTok and more than 1.7 billion likes, making his account the second most-followed on the platform at that time. He also has a significant presence on Instagram with over 46 million followers and holds the distinction of having the second most-liked Instagram Reel[2]. His success has led to collaborations with major brands and expansion into other social media platforms, including YouTube[1]. Beyond his online fame, Khaby Lame has built a business empire reportedly valued at around $16 million by 2024, reflecting his influence and the commercial potential of his brand[4]. He lives in Italy, where he has leveraged his viral popularity into a career that transcends digital content creation. Khaby remains relevant in the digital media landscape due to his distinctive comedic approach and broad international appeal, making him a significant figure in contemporary internet culture and social media entrepreneurship[1][4].
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Read about the recent detainment and subsequent departure of social media star Khaby Lame from the U.S., and the importance of following immigration laws.