Twitch streamer Kai Cenat has responded to alleged rape allegations that took place at his New York party. For those who don’t know, Kai Cenat is a Twitch streamer and YouTuber who has amassed a large following due to his entertaining and engaging content. He is best known for his IRL content and high-level gameplay in a variety of games, including Fortnite, Grand Theft Auto 5, and Call of Duty: Warzone. His positive attitude and outgoing personality have made him one of the most popular streamers on Twitch, and his fans enjoy watching him interact with other streamers and chat with his viewers.
On January 6, Jovi Pena, a TikTok star, took to social media to claim that she was raped at a party hosted by popular Twitch streamer Kai Cenat on January 1. In a series of posts, she claimed that she wanted to leave the party, but since she was drunk, Kai Cenat advised her to go upstairs and sleep in a room where no one would bother her. However, she alleges that one of Kai Cenant's friends, DJIGUI SECK, ended up raping her. Jovi Pena also shared screenshots of chats between her and Kai Cenat along with pictures of the alleged rapist.
On January 7, Kai Cenat took to Twitch to address the allegations against him in light of the recent events that had transpired. He began by expressing that he does not condone any sort of sexual assault and then went on to explain the situation further. He stated that the events in question took place during a New Year's Eve party, and his sympathies are with TikTok star Pena. Kai also confirmed that the alleged rapist is a close friend and that he didn't know Pena before this party - which is contrary to what Pena claimed.
He then goes on to say that, upon learning of Pena's allegations, he contacted the police and his legal team immediately. Lastly, he emphasizes that he knows nothing about what happened that night and asks his followers not to harass Pena. This isn't the first time a Twitch streamer has been accused of a sexual assault cover-up. Recently, Twitch streamers Mizkif and Maya have also been accused of covering up sexual assault, leading to Mizkif being suspended from OTK.
It will be interesting to see how the recent scandal will affect Kai Cenat, who last year celebrated an incredible Twitch subscription milestone. Though Kai's response to the scandal appears to be swift and decisive, he should still take measures to ensure that all future events are safe and welcoming for everyone involved. This incident also serves as a reminder of the importance of maintaining a respectful and considerate community, both online and offline.