MrBeast’s YouTube co-host, Ava Kris Tyson, has publicly addressed allegations of grooming a minor, which have led to her decision to leave the popular YouTube channel. The 28-year-old was accused of sending inappropriate messages to a then-13-year-old when she was 20, as reported by the BBC. On social media, Tyson denied the allegations, stating, “I never groomed anyone,” but apologized for her “past behaviour.”
Ava Kris Tyson’s Statement
Tyson, who gained fame through her appearances on MrBeast’s channel, explained that she and MrBeast, real name Jimmy Donaldson, mutually decided it was best for her to permanently step away from all activities related to MrBeast and social media. This decision was made to allow Tyson to focus on her family and mental health. Tyson’s rise to fame also included her coming out as a transgender woman last year and undergoing gender-affirming therapy.
In her social media posts, Tyson addressed the allegations directly:
- Denial of Grooming: “I never groomed anyone. To create a narrative that my behaviour extended beyond bad edgy jokes is disgusting and did not happen.”
- Apology for Past Behaviour: “I humbly apologise to anyone I have hurt with my unacceptable social media posts, past actions, and to those who may feel betrayed by how I used to act online.”
MrBeast’s Response
MrBeast responded to the situation on X, announcing that he has taken immediate action by removing Tyson from the company, his channel, and any association with MrBeast. He emphasized that he does not condone or support any inappropriate actions and has promised a thorough third-party investigation:
- Immediate Action: “I’ve seen enough online and taken immediate action to remove Ava from the company, my channel, and any association with MrBeast.”
- Commitment to Investigation: “I will allow the independent investigators the necessary time to conduct a comprehensive investigation and will take any further actions based on their findings.”
Alleged Victim’s Statement
The alleged victim, named online, defended Tyson in an X post, asserting that she never did anything wrong and only made a few edgy jokes. He stated that he was never exploited or taken advantage of:
- Victim’s Defense: “Ava never did anything wrong and just made a few edgy jokes. I was never exploited or taken advantage of.”
The controversy began with a 45-minute video posted in June by the account Prism42, which accused Tyson of sending a Snapchat message to the minor with inappropriate content. The alleged victim has called these claims “massive lies and twisting the truth” and has asked people to stop spreading misinformation.
Conclusion
This situation highlights the complexities and sensitivities involved in addressing allegations of this nature. Both Tyson and MrBeast have taken steps to respond to the allegations, with Tyson stepping away from the spotlight and MrBeast initiating an independent investigation. The outcome of this investigation will be critical in determining the next steps for all parties involved.
