In a new twist in the case of Ava Kris Tyson, MrBeast has officially responded to the serious allegations against the former team member. The popular YouTuber promised a thorough investigation by an independent third party and simultaneously confirmed that Tyson is no longer part of his company.
Background of the Allegations
On July 21, serious accusations were made against Ava Kris Tyson. She was alleged to have “groomed” a young fan. These allegations are based on messages that she allegedly exchanged at the age of 20 with a then 13-year-old fan named LavaGS. In the days that followed, several YouTube videos surfaced showing these messages and further igniting discussions about Tyson’s behavior.
Responses and Consequences
Ava Kris Tyson’s Statement
Ava Kris Tyson responded to the allegations on July 23, publicly apologized for her behavior, and announced that she would be leaving MrBeast’s team. In her statement, however, she emphasized that she rejects the allegations of “grooming” and described them as false. She expressed regret over her past social media posts and apologized to those who felt hurt or betrayed by her actions.
MrBeast’s Reaction
The day after Tyson’s apology, MrBeast himself spoke out. In an official statement, he expressed his outrage at the allegations and announced immediate action. “In the past few days, I have learned of the serious allegations regarding Ava Tyson’s online behavior and I am disgusted and opposed to such unacceptable acts,” said MrBeast.
He confirmed that Tyson has been removed from the company and his YouTube channel. Additionally, he has commissioned an independent third party to conduct a thorough investigation to clarify all facts. “During this time, I have focused on hiring an independent third party to conduct a thorough investigation to ensure that I know all the facts. Nevertheless, I have seen enough online and took immediate action to remove Ava from the company, my channel, and any connection to MrBeast.”
Outlook and Next Steps
MrBeast emphasized that he would wait for the results of the investigation before taking further action. “I will wait until the investigation is complete and then take further action depending on the results,” he explained.
Defense by the Alleged Victim
Interestingly, LavaGS, the alleged victim, defended Tyson in a public statement. He denied that he was “groomed” and stated that Tyson never took advantage of him. He described the allegations as exaggerated and claimed that Tyson had only made a few edgy jokes.
Ava Kris Tyson’s Role in the MrBeast Channel
Ava Kris Tyson was a founding member of the MrBeast channel and regularly appeared as a co-host since its inception in 2012. She was featured in many of the channel’s most popular videos, which have garnered billions of views in multiple languages.
This incident marks a significant turning point for the MrBeast channel and is sure to provoke discussions for a long time. The announced investigation will reveal what further consequences will arise from the allegations.
The situation surrounding Ava Kris Tyson and the reactions from MrBeast have caused quite a stir in the community. As the investigation continues, it remains to be seen what new insights will come to light and what actions will be taken as a result. One thing is certain: MrBeast has made it clear that unacceptable behavior in his team has no place, and he is determined to ensure transparency and accountability.