For years, Yung Filly was best known as the loud, joke‑driven half of the UK YouTube and social‑media scene. Born Andrés Felipe Valencia Barrientos in Colombia and raised in London, he built a following through the Beta Squad collective, where he and friends like Chunkz turned banter, challenges, and music into a full‑time business.
He later crossed over into TV, hosting the BBC Three property show Hot Property and appearing on Channel 4’s The Great British Bake Off: An Extra Slice, which gave him mainstream visibility beyond the usual YouTube bubble.
That trajectory shifted abruptly in late 2024. While touring Australia, he was arrested in Brisbane and then extradited to Perth over an alleged incident in a hotel room following a nightclub performance in the coastal suburb of Hillarys.
Australian prosecutors accused him of sexually assaulting a woman in her 20s, leading to a cluster of serious charges that quickly dominated headlines in both the UK and Australia.
The case also triggered broader conversations about how online creators are treated when serious criminal allegations surface, especially when those creators have built empires on relatability and humor.
The Charges, Bail, And A High‑Profile Trial Date
The legal situation around Yung Filly is complex and still unfolding. In Western Australia, he has pleaded not guilty to multiple counts of sexual penetration without consent, several charges of assault causing bodily harm, and one count of impeding a person’s breathing by applying pressure to the neck, which Australian law treats as a form of strangulation.
Later court filings added two further sexual‑assault‑related charges, bringing the total number of allegations into double digits and setting the stage for a ten‑day trial scheduled to begin in July 2026.
Yung Filly (Credit: BBC)
Throughout this process, he has remained on strict bail conditions. At one point, he was required to stay within Western Australia, report to police daily, and refrain from posting about the case on social media, while also surrendering his passport as part of a substantial financial surety.
In late 2025, a judge allowed him to travel back to the UK for several months under modified terms, including a requirement to return to Australia by early January 2026 and keep location services active on his devices.
Alongside the sexual‑assault case, he also pleaded guilty to a separate charge of reckless driving after being caught speeding at more than 96 mph on a Perth highway, further complicating his public image.
New Allegations In Spain And A Reputation In Freefall
Just as the Australian case began to dominate coverage, reports emerged of a second alleged incident involving Yung Filly, this time in Spain. A British tourist reportedly accused him of sexual assault at a hotel in Magaluf, following a performance at a beach club and a later encounter at a nearby nightclub.
Spanish authorities opened a criminal investigation, and British police reportedly passed information to the Spanish Civil Guard, which then referred the matter to a judge in Palma.
While that probe remains ongoing and untested in court, it has intensified scrutiny of his conduct on tour and raised questions about how often such behavior is overlooked when it involves high‑profile creators.
For his audience, the shift has been jarring. The same persona that once felt like a cheeky, larger‑than‑life friend on screen now sits at the center of multiple serious legal battles.
Brands and platforms have quietly distanced themselves, and some fans have turned from loyal supporters into vocal critics, arguing that his content and social circle often normalized misogynistic banter long before the allegations surfaced.
As his July 2026 trial date approaches, the real question is no longer just what he is accused of doing, but how much of his online empire can survive once a jury has weighed in.
Fans caught fire when Kai Cenat uploaded a 23-minute video called “I Quit” on January 13, 2026. The title hit like a gut punch right after months of silence from his Twitch channel, his last big stream being the record-shattering Mafiathon 3 back in September 2025.
That quiet stretch had everyone guessing burnout or worse. Kai holds the Guinness mark for most Twitch subs ever, pulling in over 20 million followers and millions in earnings from deals like his T-Mobile spot with Patrick Mahomes.
But in the video, he chats raw with his mom on a beach, then jets to Italy for factory tours on luxury denim. Turns out, “I quit” means quitting the overthinking that kept him from chasing dreams outside the stream spotlight.
He told TMZ straight up his Twitch break was on purpose after that sub record; it’s time to get serious about other goals. No full retirement, just a shift.
The video ends teasing Vivet, his new clothing brand, with previews of leather boots and clean logo pieces at vivetofficial.com. Vivet pulls from Latin for “will live,” nodding to lasting impact over quick hype.
This move lands amid personal mess, too. In late December 2025, Kai posted on X that he’s single forever, done with relationships after splitting from girlfriend Gigi Alayah.
Rumors exploded that she cheated with NBA YoungBoy, but she clapped back on Instagram stories, denying it all, saying she walked first. DJ Akademiks jumped in, claiming YoungBoy tried reaching Kai to clear the air, but no dice. She called out the lies, no ties to the rapper.
Kai stayed mum on details, focusing energy elsewhere. Fans split, some mad at the video title bait, others hyped for his real talk on mental hurdles after years of grinding streams. His Atlanta mansion and brand collabs show he’s stacked, but this feels like betting on himself beyond viral clips.
Vivet Drops: Streamer Swaps Subs for Stitches
Vivet isn’t your basic merch drop. Kai went deep, studying Italian production for quality threads that scream growth, not gimmicks. The logo hides an infinity cross, tying his flair to forever vibes. First bits include minimalist fits, bags, and those boots fans are already buzzing about on Instagram.
Kai Cenat (Credit: Youtube)
It’s positioned as a lifestyle label, separate from his old hoodies. Forbes pegged his streamer cash at $8.5 million by mid-2025, with high engagement at 12 percent fueling this leap. A journal with sketches and fails comes first, pulling fans into the build. Smart play, turning stream loyalty into fashion fans.
Critics mix in; some say it’s a celeb cash grab, others see a genius extension of his brand. Either way, Kai’s sharing BTS on a fresh YouTube channel, proving the pivot’s real.
Breakup Drama Steals the Stream Glow
The split timing amps the story. Kai’s X post hit 264,000 likes quickly, spawning wild tales like Gigi wanting a pink G-Wagon or secret rapper links. She shut it down hard: no cheating, no games. NBA YoungBoy’s angle fizzled without proof, though Akademiks stirred the pot, saying Kai ghosted outreach.
This echoes Kai’s past noise, like 2023 riot charges from a PS5 giveaway or team drama with ex-cameraman ChrisV over minor messages. He bounced back each time, apologizing where needed. Now, post-heartbreak, Vivet feels like healing fuel, channeling energy into creation over clicks.
Kai’s Next Play: Empire or Encore?
Kai’s not vanishing. He’s teasing more content around Vivet builds, blending vlogs with fashion drops. Fans cheer the honesty; some are salty over clickbait, but most get the grind behind the glow-up. With his pull, Vivet could rival big streetwear if boots hit right.
Picture Kai mixing streams with runway teases or full fashion boss. The breakup sting fades as he stacks wins. This “quit” phase? Just leveling up. One thing’s sure: eyes stay glued.
