Adin Ross recently unfollowed Kick CEO Ed “Eddie” Craven on social media, sparking rumors of a possible split. Fan accounts quickly picked up on the move, sharing updates on Elon Musk’s platform, suggesting that the Florida-based creator might have “parted ways” with the Stake-backed streaming platform.
After a permanent ban from Twitch, Ross found a new home on the rising streaming platform Kick, which welcomed him with a record-breaking exclusive deal reportedly worth tens of millions. Dubbed the “biggest streaming deal for any creator,” Ross’s move to Kick seemed to include an ownership stake, as he frequently urged other well-known streamers to follow his lead, reportedly securing similar agreements.
Ross even arranged a streaming contract for one of his longtime fans, adding another layer to his involvement with Kick. Since joining, he’s set new viewership milestones, especially around the U.S. election, although he often lands in the spotlight for controversial antics—most recently, his $70,000 hurricane survival challenge made waves.
However, it now appears Ross’s time with Kick may be nearing its end, if it hasn’t already.
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— adin (@adinross) November 13, 2024
On November 12, rumors sparked across social media after reports surfaced that Kick CEO Ed Craven had unfollowed Adin Ross. However, as of the latest check, Craven is indeed still following the streamer.
Later that day, Ross fueled speculation by hinting that his time on Kick might soon be coming to an end.
Just before, on November 10, Ross had teased an upcoming Kick stream with UFC icon Jon Jones, leading up to Jones's return at UFC 309. But by November 13, Ross posted an update on X (formerly Twitter), saying, “Ima still stream with Jon buttttt whereeeeeee [sic].” While the event with Jones appears to be moving forward, it remains uncertain if it will air on Kick.
It’s unclear what may have caused any tension between Adin Ross and the Kick team, including CEO Ed Craven. Ross’s last known stream on Kick, assuming the VOD hasn’t been removed, was roughly three weeks ago.
For more insight, Dexerto has contacted Kick for an official statement on the situation.
Hey, Kick team… shut the f**k up! Respectfully, shut the f**k up! You're not going to do that to me. I promise you're not! Ban me! Ban me and I'll take another 81-day break. Do that to me right f**king now. I dare you! Whoever the f**k that is – you better apologize right now! And, I put that on god! The f**k you think you're talking to?
Adin Ross was banned from Kick right after threatening kick staff. 😭😭‼️
— DramaAlert (@DramaAlert) August 10, 2024
Fortunately the ban was incredibly short, and already lifted. pic.twitter.com/P59lGd9QsQ
