Twitch Streamer Kai Cenat Faces Criticism Over Dangerous Driving Practices
A recent video featuring Twitch streamer Kai Cenat has sparked considerable backlash after being shared on the r/LivestreamFail subreddit. In this particular clip from an IRL (in real life) stream on April 11, 2025, Cenat was observed driving without a seatbelt, raising serious safety concerns among viewers.
The clip shows Cenat driving at a notable speed, while his friend and fellow streamer RaKai sat securely buckled in the backseat. The incident highlights the risks associated with livestreaming while behind the wheel, especially when safety protocols like wearing a seatbelt are ignored. You can view the clip here.
Online Reactions to Cenat’s Driving Choices
The Reddit community did not hold back in expressing their concerns, with several users voicing their disappointment and frustration. Here are some of the notable comments:
“What’s with all these road rule breaking clips recently? Seriously, wear your seat belt and don’t look at your phone when driving,”said u/morts73
“The beeping would annoy me enough to at least put my seatbelt on,”said u/TheBelovedTrip
“My dad would still be alive if he wore his seatbelt. Please wear your seatbelt,”said u/bbeezyyy
“These streamers are literally surrounded by people at all times; why do they always need to drive themselves? Have one of your buddies drive so you can focus on the stream or hire someone to drive you around or something,”said u/Disastrous_Self_6053
“This just pissed me the f**k off. Thanks for bringing this to my attention,”said u/kingflamigo
Incident Involving a Close Call with Cenat’s Vehicle
In addition to the criticism stemming from the lack of a seatbelt, another episode during Cenat’s recent stream drew attention. While departing from a friend’s compound, he unintentionally scraped the side of his modified Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat against the curb. Thankfully, neither Cenat nor the vehicle appeared to sustain serious damage from the mishap. However, the incident serves as a reminder of how quickly situations can escalate, especially when streaming while driving. You can watch the clip here.
Warnings for Other Streamers: A Trend of Reckless Behavior?
It’s important to note that Cenat is not alone in facing backlash related to streaming while driving. Fellow content creator and OTK streamer Emily “ExtraEmily”also received criticism for her actions on the same day. During her livestream, she was seen using her phone while driving and even ran a red light. Although she justified her actions by saying that red lights in Austin often last a considerable amount of time, she has previously faced a ban for similar behavior.
Despite the negative attention, Emily remains unbanned on Twitch, prompting ongoing discussions about safety and responsibility among content creators within the streaming community. The incidents involving Cenat and ExtraEmily underscore the need for streamers to prioritize their safety and that of others when choosing to livestream from a vehicle.