IShowSpeed YouTube Ban: From Flashing Meat to Making Misogynistic Comments, a Look Into the Streamer’s Many Scandals (2024)

IShowSpeed, also known as Speed, has found himself embroiled in controversy after inadvertently exposing himself during a recent live stream. This incident has prompted speculations among fans that the renowned YouTube personality might face suspension or even a ban from the platform.

While this occurrence raises eyebrows, it is not the first time IShowSpeed has encountered trouble with a streaming service. A closer examination of Speed’s past controversies sheds light on this aspect of his online presence.

In 2021, Speed held prominence as a popular Twitch streamer until a significant event compelled the platform to take action against one of its most celebrated creators. The incident unfolded when Speed participated in Adin Ross’ e-dating live stream, during which he interacted with TikTok personality Ashaley “Ash Kash.”

The situation took a contentious turn as Speed responded to a question from Ashaley: “If we’re the last two people on Earth and we had to reproduce to ensure the world’s continuation, would you reproduce with me?”

Speed’s response to the question was notably suggestive, as he remarked, “Who’s going to stop me? Who’s going to stop me?! If we are the last two people on Earth, who’s going to stop me?! You’re not stopping me! If we’re the last two people on Earth, who’s going to stop me?”

bye pic.twitter.com/kHrT9qUg4J

— Speed⭐️ (@ishowspeedsui) December 14, 2021

The aftermath of this exchange led to Speed receiving an email from Twitch, which he shared on Twitter. The email disclosed that the streamer had been banned from the platform due to alleged “sexual coercion or intimidation.”

Following his ban from Twitch, IShowSpeed made a significant shift to the YouTube platform for his streaming endeavors. Since then, he has maintained a consistent streaming schedule and managed to garner an impressive subscriber count exceeding 19 million.

IShowSpeed has experienced several episodes of controversy that have garnered attention from fans and critics alike. These incidents offer insights into his virtual interactions and their aftermath.

In April 2022, a video resurfaced, shedding light on Speed’s behavior while playing the game Valorant. In the video, he directed derogatory language toward a female player, instructing her to “Get off the f***ing game and do your husband’s dishes.” This instance had wider implications beyond the game, leading to his suspension from Valorant and other titles developed by Riot Games.

I now understand why Valorant queues are so unbelievably toxic. You got one of the most popular streamers on YouTube IShowSpeed saying crap like this and getting nothing but praise and laughs. Crap is whack pic.twitter.com/grEghVotUF

— Jake Lucky (@JakeSucky) April 6, 2022

Fast-forward to July 2022, another controversy emerged, casting a shadow over Speed’s online presence. He faced a one-week ban from YouTube due to his participation in explicit activities within a video game mod known as “Jenny’s Mod” on Minecraft. The video, which depicted his character in explicit scenes was shown uncensored in front of over 90,000 viewers. The explicit content raised alarms, prompting YouTube to take action with a temporary suspension.

These incidents provide a glimpse into the complexities of digital conduct and the accountability that accompanies it.

IShowSpeed controversy with Sky Sports

During the 2022/23 Premier League season, IShowSpeed was invited as a guest on Sky Sports for the build-up coverage of a Manchester United match against Fulham at Craven Cottage. The renowned content creator’s appearance on pitchside aimed to tap into his burgeoning affinity for then-Manchester United player, Cristiano Ronaldo.

The collaboration started on a positive note, as Sky Sports engaged Speed in interviews and content creation, leveraging his popularity to create engaging material.

Yet, the initially favorable coverage took an unexpected turn, with past controversies resurfacing. Instances of misogynistic comments from Speed’s past came to the attention of Sky Sports, leading to a swift change in the narrative.

Sky Sports will not be collaborating with YouTuber ‘IShowSpeed’ in the future after the emergence of his previous misogynistic comments online.https://t.co/Gk7Aucs2DR

— The Athletic | Football (@TheAthleticFC) November 14, 2022

Responding to these revelations, Sky Sports promptly removed all traces of the segments featuring IShowSpeed from their online platforms. The video clips that once showcased the influencer’s participation and insights now yield an error message: “Sorry, we could not find the page you were looking for.”

Even footage of IShowSpeed during the Carabao Cup match against Aston Villa at Old Trafford was expeditiously scrubbed from Sky’s digital channels, leaving fans perplexed and questioning the network’s due diligence.

As the controversy unfolded, critics highlighted that Sky Sports should have taken more comprehensive measures to assess the potential ramifications of featuring IShowSpeed on their broadcast platform.

The decision to bring him on board, fueled by his desire to connect with Cristiano Ronaldo, showcased both the potential benefits and pitfalls of such partnerships in the digital age.