Tarik Çelik Goes Viral After Hosting Ben Affleck on Twitch
On April 19, 2025, popular esports streamer Tarik Çelik captured the internet’s attention by welcoming Hollywood icon Ben Affleck to his Twitch stream during a VCT watch party, featuring the highly anticipated match between Sentinels and 2G. Social media was abuzz with clips and images from the event, as fans lauded Çelik for his collaboration with the famed actor.
Memorable Moments from the Stream
One standout moment shared by X user @ValorINTEL showcased Ben Affleck proudly holding the VCT Masters trophy, earned by Sentinels’ Valorant team in 2024, as he sat alongside Tarik and Sentinels’ CEO, Rob Moore. The post highlighted the surreal experience with the caption, “Insane aura.”
“Ben Affleck aka Batman on tarik’s stream holding their Masters trophy. Insane Aura.”
Fan Reactions to the Star-Studded Appearance
Fans took to X to express their astonishment at Affleck’s unexpected appearance. Reactions ranged from disbelief to excitement:
“Ben Affleck, Tarik, and Rob Moore… am I high?”wondered a fan.
“Bro what world are we living in? Ben Affleck is on tarik’s stream,”remarked another user.
Sentinels Take a Friendly Jab at Rivals
Following the stream, the official Sentinels account also joined in on the fun by sharing a photo of Affleck holding the Masters trophy, playfully taunting their rivals, G2, by stating:
“Ben Affleck held a Masters trophy before G2.”
Streaming Dynamics and Celebrity Collaborations
Viewers noted Tarik’s nervous demeanor during the stream, with some fans commenting on his heightened excitement:
“TARIK WAS SWEATINGGGG while Rob just telling Ben Affleck to wait so that he can focus on the clutch. CINEMA,”quipped an X user.
“tarik looks so geeked,”remarked another fan, to which another replied, “he can’t stop smiling.”
Impact of Celebrity Endorsements in Gaming
Collaborations between popular streamers and celebrities have become increasingly common on platforms like Twitch. Streamers such as Kai Cenat and xQc have previously featured high-profile guests like Will Smith and Nicki Minaj. While many collaborations primarily serve to promote upcoming projects, it’s notable that Ben Affleck is also a dedicated Valorant fan. His presence on the stream not just promoted his forthcoming movie, “The Accountant 2,”but also reflected his genuine interest in the gaming community, having previously attended the VCT Champions fan fest in 2023.
Tarik’s Excitement and Future Prospects
Overjoyed by the connection with the actor, Tarik shared a post on his Instagram story after the stream, referring to Affleck as the “goat”(Greatest of All Time), further emphasizing the significance of this collaboration for the esports community.
Related Developments in the Streaming Sector
In other news, fellow Valorant streamer Kyedae has recently announced her decision to take an indefinite hiatus from content creation, accompanied by a detailed explanation in a social media post.