Adin Ross Shockingly Retires From Streaming, Fans React

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LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 18: Adin Ross attends a basketball game between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Sacramento Kings at Crypto.com Arena on January 18, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Allen Berezovsky/Getty Images)
Adin Ross' jersey will be headed to the digital rafters.

Adin Ross is easily one of the biggest live streamers of all time. Overall, he is someone who changed the game when it comes to the streaming world. From his variety shows to his collaborations with big artists, Adin was able to build a huge platform for himself. Furthermore, he went on to help found Kick, which is now the main competitor to Twitch. So far, the platform has been doing big things and they have changed the game in terms of streamer deals. However, it seems as though Ross might be tired of the fame.

Shockingly, Ross came out with a statement yesterday in which he revealed that he would be retiring from the streaming world. In a lengthy statement which can be read below, Ross thanked all of his fans for their continued support over the years. Furthermore, he made it clear that others should go out and follow their dreams. After all, he was just a teenager playing 2K who ended up becoming a multi-millionaire in just a few years. It is an impressive comeup, even if it did come with some controversy and missteps.

Adin Ross Is Done With Kick, Twitch, And Everything In Between

As for the fans, they were pretty shocked by this announcement. After all, it seemed to have come out of nowhere. "Damn I thought he was just heating up," someone wrote on DJ Akademiks' page. "This is it. Come into the fray, the allegations, the spotlight, the financial possibilities..get what the f you can and get out. Salute to this..fame is the worst drug," said another. Fame can certainly be exhausting, and Ross had been adamant about his health and lifestyle. Perhaps, he is making this decision for his own well-being, which is definitely noble.

Let us know what you think of this bombshell news, in the comments section down below. Do you think that Adin Ross will inevitably come back to streaming? How do you think will affect Kick as a platform? Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates from around the entertainment world. We will always keep you informed on your favorite entertainers and their upcoming collaborations and projects.

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Alexander Cole is the current editor-in-chief of HotNewHipHop. He started at HotNewHipHop back in 2018 where he began as a Sports and Sneakers writer. It was here where he began to hone his craft, putting his journalism degree from Concordia University in Montreal, Quebec, to good use. Since that time, he has documented some of the biggest stories in the hip-hop world. From the Kendrick Lamar and Drake beef to the disturbing allegations against Diddy, Alex has helped HotNewHipHop navigate large-scale stories as they happen. In 2021, he went to the Bahamas for the Big 3's Championship Game. It was here where he got to interview legendary figures like Ice Cube, Clyde Drexler, and Stephen Jackson. He has also interviewed other superstar athletes such as Antonio Brown, Damian Lillard, and Paul Pierce. This is in addition to conversations with social media provocateurs like Jake Paul, and younger respected artists like Kaycyy, Lil Tecca, and Jeleel!
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