Kai Cenat is an American online streamer and YouTuber who has gained massive popularity and fame for his live streams and comedy-based content. He is also a member of the YouTube group AMP (Any Means Possible) and a rapper who has collaborated with artists like NLE Choppa.
Recently, he made headlines for his spontaneous decision to visit Nigeria and Ghana after being inspired by Burna Boy’s music. In this article, we will answer some frequently asked questions about Kai Cenat, his background, his career, and his trip to Africa.
Who is Kai Cenat?
Kai Cenat is a 22-year-old online streamer and YouTuber who was born and raised in New York City, U.S. His full name is Kai Carlo Cenat III and he has a twin sister named Kaia and two brothers named Kaleel and Devonte.
He attended Frederick Douglass Academy for his secondary education and then enrolled in the State University of New York at Morrisville to study Business Administration. However, he dropped out in 2020 to focus on his content creation career.
What does Kai Cenat do?
Kai Cenat is best known for his live streams and comedy-based content that he uploads on YouTube and Twitch. He started his YouTube channel in 2018 and began making videos surrounding pranks and challenges. He joined the YouTube group AMP in 2019 after being discovered by fellow Bronx-born YouTuber Fanum. He started streaming on Twitch in February 2021, broadcasting gaming and reaction content. He is currently the second most-subscribed Twitch streamer and the 13th most followed Twitch streamer with approximately nine million followers. He was named “Streamer of the Year” at the 2023 Streamer Awards.
Kai Cenat is also a rapper who has released his debut single “Bustdown Rollie Avalanche” with NLE Choppa in May 2022. He has also featured in the trailer for Polo G’s single “Distraction” in June 2022. He has also included celebrity guests on his streams, such as Bobby Shmurda, Lil Baby, and 21 Savage.
Why is Kai Cenat in Nigeria?
Kai Cenat decided to visit Nigeria shortly after being inspired by Burna Boy’s music. He announced his plan on his Instagram story on March 8, 2024, saying that he wanted to experience the culture and the people of Nigeria. He arrived in Nigeria on March 9, 2024, and was welcomed by a crowd of fans and drummers. He also received a Nigerian name, “Femi Omo Werey”, from Nigerian actor and comedian Shanks Comics.
