Sidemen issue statement giving ‘clarity’ on KSI exit

The Sidemen have say that KSI's exit 'did not happen in the way any of us wanted it to' as they issue a new statement on the content creator's departure.

Last week KSI, real name Olajide Olayinka Williams Olatunji, confirmed that he was leaving the group after more than a decade working together, saying he could no longer give 100 percent to the group.

The group has now shared a new statement regarding KSI's departure on social media, which reads: "We want to start this by saying that we as the Sidemen wish JJ the best and respect his decision to leave. We will be forever grateful for the amazing moments and memories we’ve shared together.

"Unfortunately his exit did not happen in the way any of us wanted it to. That has understandably left lots of you confused and we feel like we owe you some clarity.

"It’s difficult for us to address the situation and has taken some time, because we’re a group and not an individual. We don’t have a spokesperson as such and each of our opinions and feelings differ, which is why we’re using this shared statement.

"Ideally, we would have loved the opportunity to give JJ the send off he deserved, a proper farewell video, time for everyone to process it, and a chance to celebrate everything we’ve built together.

"Unfortunately JJ released the news before we had agreed on a mutual way of letting our audience know.

"This is the end of an era, but not the end of the Sidemen. The rest of us will continue to bring you Sidemen content with the same commitment and optimism we’ve always had. "We look forward to continuing the journey with you all, and thank you for always supporting us through everything.

"Ethan · Harry · Josh · Simon · Tobi · Vik."