• Khaby Lame, the most followed TikToker globally, was detained by ICE for overstaying his visa.
• Lame voluntarily left the U.S. without a deportation order, ensuring no immigration penalty.
• The incident occurs amid heightened immigration enforcement under President Trump's administration.
• Lame has over 162 million TikTok followers and gained fame through viral comedic videos.
• He recently attended the Met Gala in New York City before his departure.

Khaby Lame, the world’s most-followed TikTok personality, was detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in Las Vegas for allegedly overstaying his visa. Lame, whose legal name is Seringe Khabane Lame, arrived in the U.S. on April 30 and was apprehended last Friday at Harry Reid International Airport for immigration violations, according to ICE. Following his detention, Lame was allowed to voluntarily leave the country without a deportation order, which would have potentially impacted his ability to return to the U.S. in the future, as per ICE’s guidelines, according to The New York Times and The Hill.

Lame rose to fame during the COVID-19 pandemic by creating wordless, comedic TikTok videos where he humorously reacts to overcomplex life hacks. He has amassed over 162 million followers on TikTok, making him a prominent figure in the social media realm. His videos typically showcase his ability to simplify complicated tasks, earning him the title of 'king of TikTok', reports South China Morning Post and HuffPost.

The incident is part of a broader context of intensified immigration enforcement under President Donald Trump’s administration, which has seen an increase in ICE raids and deportations, notably drawing protests against such actions. While Lame had not publicly commented on his detention or circumstances surrounding his departure, it highlights the increasing scrutiny faced by individuals due to immigration policies, according to NPR, BBC, and Times of India.

Notably, Lame attended the Met Gala shortly before his detention, marking a significant moment in his celebrity status. The creator’s swift exit from the U.S. raises questions about the implications of immigration enforcement even for international celebrities, as noted by multiple sources, including CBS News and India Times.