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Who is Khaby Lame? A TikTok Star With Over $900 Million Deal, Net Worth & More

Khaby Lame rose from viral TikTok fame to global stardom, building an $80 million brand empire capped by a landmark $975 million equity-backed deal.

By: Shubhi Kumar
Last Updated: January 28, 2026 18:25:05 IST

The TikTok creator Khaby Lame has the largest followers worldwide & has built a successful business empire after achieving viral fame. Lame achieved success through silent reaction videos, which led him to work with major brands because social media stars now have equal power to traditional celebrities.

Who Is Khaby Lame? 

Khaby Lame was born in 2000 and has been working as a content creator in Italy since he gained fame during the COVID-19 pandemic. After losing his factory job, he started posting short TikTok videos that mocked complex life hack videos through silent video content. His universal humour quickly struck a chord worldwide. This helped him to become TikTok’s most-followed personality.

Khaby Lame’s Net Worth

According to Business Insider Africa, the net worth of Khaby Lameis is estimated at approximately 80 million dollars. His income comes mainly from brand endorsements, sponsored posts, and long-term partnerships. Reports suggest he earns up to $750,000 per sponsored post, placing him among the highest-paid digital creators globally.

Inside Khaby Lame’s $975 Million Deal 

Khaby made news after he signed a 975 million dollar contract, according to SEC filings that Forbes reported. Step Distinctive Limited, his company, which manages his brand and business activities, will be sold to the Hong Kong company Rich Sparkle Holdings, according to the agreement.

Rich Sparkle acquired exclusive global rights to Khaby’s brand for 36 months through the agreement, which designates him as an “equity-backed creator,” according to Bloomberg.

Does the Deal Make Khaby Lame a Billionaire? 

The answer is no, according to the information that people share online. The deal is structured as an all-stock transaction, not a cash payout. Khaby does not own Rich Sparkle Holdings, so the company valuation cannot be used to determine his personal wealth.

However, analysts expect the partnership could generate over $4 billion in annual sales, making it a major long-term win.

Khaby Lame’s journey highlights the growing power of creators as global brands, proof that influence, when monetised smartly, can rival corporate giants.

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