The 2025 Streamer Awards, intended as a night of celebration for digital creators, was hijacked by a single, deeply awkward moment. What viewers expected to be a fun ceremony filled with shoutouts quickly turned sour when a presenter's joke aimed at top streamer Kai Cenat stunned the audience and ignited a firestorm on social media.
The Controversial Moment That Stole the Show
The incident occurred when presenter FanFan stepped onto the stage. Deviating from the script, she directed a series of jabs at Kai Cenat. FanFan stated, "This year, as everyone knows, you broke the record for the most expensive haircut and the least educational university." She didn't stop there, adding a confusing follow-up: "Oh, and also, congrats on your new documentary with 50 Cent. That was, that was you, right?"
This final comment was a clear reference to the Netflix documentary 'Sean Combs: The Reckoning,' which focuses on the controversies surrounding the rapper and mogul formerly known as P. Diddy. The attempt at humor left the room in a state of confusion and discomfort, as viewers struggled to understand why Cenat was being linked to the documentary at an event meant to honor his peers.
Immediate Backlash and Fan Reaction
The reaction from the online community was swift and severe. Clips of the segment circulated rapidly, with fans expressing their disbelief and anger. Many confessed to replaying the video to confirm they had heard the joke correctly.
On platform X, fans were quick to condemn the moment. One user pointed out the damage caused, writing, “Tylil calling out FanFan for referring to Kai Cenat as ‘Diddy’ highlights how easily a hosting slip can overshadow an otherwise polished event. It introduces unnecessary tension on a night meant to celebrate creators.” Another user criticized the joke's premise itself, stating, “Making Diddy jokes isn’t funny though even Kai Cenat has also made jokes and expressed humor regarding P. Diddy, particularly in the context of fan comparisons and social media memes.”
A Fellow Streamer Steps In
The tension in the room was palpable, and it was fellow streamer Tylil who directly addressed the elephant in the room. Taking the microphone, Tylil delivered a pointed remark: "If you're all gonna be on the mic making jokes, at least let it be funny. Have a good night."
This act was widely praised by viewers who felt Tylil voiced the collective sentiment. One fan enthusiastically supported him online, writing, "Holy f**k that was so bad… glad he said sum cause sum really extra HAD to be said!!" Tylil's intervention highlighted the divisive nature of the joke, which many felt was unnecessary, poorly timed, and simply not humorous.
Ultimately, an event designed to spotlight the achievements of streamers became dominated by discussion of this single controversial segment. The incident underscores how a misplaced attempt at comedy can derail the focus of a major awards show, turning celebration into controversy and uniting a fanbase in outrage instead of appreciation.
