Ethan Payne, better known as Behzinga, is one of the most popular members of the Sidemen, a group of British YouTubers who create entertaining and diverse content for millions of fans. However, in recent weeks, Ethan has been the subject of much speculation and controversy, as rumors of him leaving the Sidemen and cheating on his partner Faith Kelly with an OnlyFans model Lauren Alexis have spread online. What is the truth behind these rumors, and how has Ethan responded to them? Here is everything you need to know.
Ethan Payne’s Social Media Silence
The first sign of trouble came when Ethan stopped posting on his social media accounts, especially Instagram, where he has over 3.6 million followers. His last post was on January 11th, 2024, where he shared a picture of himself with his daughter Hope, who was born in 2021. Since then, Ethan has been silent on Instagram, raising questions about his well-being and whereabouts.
Some fans speculated that Ethan might be going through some personal issues, as he has previously opened up about his struggles with depression, weight loss, and a past suicide attempt. Ethan has been praised for his honesty and bravery in sharing his mental health journey, and inspiring many others to seek help and improve their lives. However, his sudden disappearance from social media also worried many of his supporters, who feared that he might be relapsing or facing new challenges.
However, other fans pointed out that Ethan has been seen to be doing well recently, appearing in some of the Sidemen videos and podcasts, and showing no signs of distress or unhappiness. They suggested that Ethan might have taken a break from social media for other reasons, such as focusing on his family, his health, or his work. They also urged other fans to respect his privacy and not jump to conclusions.
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Faith’s Cheating Accusations
The situation took a dramatic turn when Faith Kelly, Ethan’s partner and the mother of his child, posted a video on TikTok on January 15th, 2024, claiming that Ethan had blocked her on Instagram because she had found him with Lauren Alexis, an OnlyFans model and influencer. Faith said that she was not sure what was going on, and that she was hurt and confused by Ethan’s actions.
The video quickly went viral, garnering over 10 million views and thousands of comments. Many fans expressed their shock and sympathy for Faith, and condemned Ethan for his alleged infidelity. They also criticized Lauren Alexis for being involved with a married man and a father, and accused her of being a homewrecker.
Lauren Alexis, who has over 1.2 million followers on Instagram and over 400,000 subscribers on YouTube, did not directly address the allegations, but posted a cryptic tweet that said “Oops”, which many interpreted as a confirmation of her affair with Ethan. She also posted a picture of herself on Instagram, wearing a Sidemen hoodie, which further fueled the rumors.
Ethan did not respond to the accusations either, but posted a tweet that said “Award for the worst promo goes to…”, which many fans took as a hint that the whole scandal was a publicity stunt for an upcoming Sidemen project. Ethan also joked about the situation in a reply to the official Sidemen Vodka brand XiX, saying “I’ll take a crate please”.
The Sidemen’s Reaction
The other members of the Sidemen also seemed to be in on the joke, as they posted various tweets and comments that poked fun at Ethan and the rumors. For example, KSI tweeted “@Behzinga bro answer the f*cking phone” shortly after Faith’s video went viral, and later commented “Lol” on Lauren Alexis’s Instagram post. Vikkstar tweeted “Sidemen Sunday: Behzinga exposed”, and Harry tweeted “Sidemen Sunday: Behzinga’s baby mama drama”.
However, some fans were not amused by the Sidemen’s reaction, and accused them of being insensitive and disrespectful to Faith and Ethan’s relationship. They also questioned the ethics and morality of using such a serious and personal matter as a marketing strategy, and wondered how Faith and Hope felt about being part of a prank.
The Truth Revealed
On January 22nd, 2024, the Sidemen released their latest video, titled “Sidemen Christmas Song 2024”. The video featured Ethan and Lauren Alexis as the main characters, who were pretending to be in a relationship as part of a music video. The video also showed Faith and the other Sidemen members as part of the plot, revealing that the whole cheating scandal was a hoax, and that everyone was in on it.
The video explained that the Sidemen had planned the prank as a way to generate hype and attention for their Christmas song, which was a parody of Wham!‘s “Last Christmas”. The video also showed the behind-the-scenes footage of how they orchestrated the prank, and how they reacted to the fans’ responses. The video ended with Ethan and Faith kissing and hugging, and Ethan apologizing to the fans for the prank.
The video received mixed reactions from the fans, who were divided between those who found it hilarious and clever, and those who found it distasteful and offensive. Some fans praised the Sidemen for their creativity and humor, and congratulated them for pulling off such a successful prank. They also complimented Ethan and Lauren Alexis for their acting skills, and Faith for being a good sport. They also enjoyed the song, which was catchy and funny.
However, other fans were not impressed by the prank, and felt that it was a cheap and disrespectful way to promote their song. They also felt that the prank was insensitive and harmful to those who have experienced cheating or betrayal in their relationships, and that it trivialized a serious issue. They also questioned the impact of the prank on Ethan and Faith’s relationship, and on their daughter Hope, who might not understand the joke.
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Ethan’s Apology
On January 24th, 2024, Ethan posted a video on his YouTube channel, titled “I’m Sorry”. In the video, Ethan apologized to the fans for the prank, and explained his reasons for doing it. He said that he wanted to do something different and original for the Sidemen Christmas song, and that he thought it would be a fun and harmless joke. He said that he did not intend to hurt or offend anyone, and that he was grateful for the support and love he received from the fans.
Ethan also thanked Faith and Lauren Alexis for being part of the prank, and said that they were both amazing and beautiful women. He said that he loved Faith very much, and that she was the best thing that ever happened to him. He also said that he was proud of being a father to Hope, and that he would never do anything to jeopardize his family. He said that he hoped the fans would forgive him, and that he would learn from his mistake.
Ethan also addressed the rumors of him leaving the Sidemen, and said that they were completely false. He said that he loved the Sidemen, and that they were his best friends and brothers. He said that he would never leave the group, and that he was looking forward to creating more content with them. He said that the Sidemen were his family, and that he was happy to be part of it.
Ethan’s video received over 10 million views and over 500,000 comments, most of them positive and supportive. Many fans accepted his apology, and said that they understood his intentions. They also said that they appreciated his honesty and sincerity, and that they still loved and respected him. They also said that they were glad that he was happy and healthy, and that they hoped he would continue to make great content.
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