U.S. immigration officials detained TikTok star Khaby Lame last week, claiming he overstayed his visa. The Italian Senegalese influencer, whose real name is Seringe Khabane Lame, entered the U.S. on April 30. After being detained at Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas, he was granted “voluntary departure” on Friday. Lame has not publicly commented on the incident but continued to post on social media, with his latest update appearing to be from Brazil.
Lame’s management team, Sharks Celebrities Mgmt., disputed the allegations, calling them “fake news” and stating that he did not visit the U.S. recently. While it’s unclear when he was last in the country, he attended the Met Gala in May. With 162.2 million TikTok followers, Lame gained fame during the pandemic after being laid off from a factory job in Italy. In addition to his social media career, he serves as a goodwill ambassador for UNICEF, noted for his comedic videos that encourage learning from his experiences.
This incident highlights the broader context of intensified immigration enforcement under the Trump administration, which has affected travelers at various entry points. Other high-profile individuals, including Twitch streamer Hasan Piker, have also reported increased scrutiny from U.S. Customs and Border Protection. The current atmosphere has led to public concern about potential immigration raids, particularly in places like Los Angeles, where protests have erupted against aggressive immigration policies. Lame’s detainment is emblematic of growing fears among travelers regarding U.S. immigration processes.
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