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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Carla Feric

KSI urges Sidemen to ‘be optimistic’ after shock exit from collective

  • Social media personality KSI has urged the Sidemen to “be optimistic” following his announcement that he would be leaving the YouTube collective.
  • Olajide Olatunji, 32, took to Instagram on Wednesday, posting a carousel of images featuring himself alongside Sidemen members.
  • KSI confirmed in the caption that his decision is “real”, after initial speculation that his exit might be part of a prank or bet.
  • In a direct address to his former colleagues, KSI said: “I know you’re all grieving in your own way because of my decision, but you knew it was coming for a while.”
  • He encouraged them to "be optimistic" and "think positively", reminding them of their audience.

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