FaZe Clan Exodus: Why All Top Influencers Just Abandoned the Iconic Brand
Six major influencers, including long-time member Adapt, have left FaZe Clan after failed contract talks. CEO Matt Kalish cites an unsustainable business model.
The faces of a gaming empire just walked out the door. All influencers listed on the FaZe Clan website have officially cut ties with the organization. According to Bloomberg, six major creators announced their departure following a breakdown in contract negotiations with new management.
The Breakup: From Founders to 'Puppets'
The departing roster includes Adapt, Jason, Ronaldo, Lacy, Rage, and Silky. For Adapt, who spent 14 years—over half his life—with the group, the exit is deeply personal. He noted on X that while it hurt to leave, it "had to be done." Other members have been more vocal, describing a restrictive environment where they felt like "puppets" under the current leadership.
CEO Matt Kalish, who leads the group under HardScope ownership, countered by stating the group's previous financial structure was simply "unsustainable." Kalish indicated that he intends to continue FaZe Clan without the departed creators, suggesting they might be "confused" by outside influences.
A $17 Million Gamble in Jeopardy
The mass exodus marks a new low for a brand that once epitomized the lifestyle side of esports. After going public in 2022, FaZe Clan struggled with heavy losses and was eventually acquired by GameSquare for just $17 million in 2023. Negotiations between the influencers and the new owners had reportedly been ongoing for the past six months before reaching this dead end.
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