Khaby Lame, The Most-Followed TikToker In The World, Reportedly Earned $10M In 2021

Khaby Lame has quickly become one of the most sought-out acts on social media.

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Now, a recent report from Forbes is detailing the big bucks that come with being the most-followed TikToker in the world.

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According to Forbes, Lame drew in $10 million in 2021, thanks to his social media stardom.

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Senegalese-born comedian Khabane Lame became the most followed content creator on TikTok this past June, dethroning Charli D’Amelio, who had previously held the top spot.

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Despite being the world’s most-followed TikToker, it was revealed that Lame is still not the top-paid influencer on the application.

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Lame found himself without a job at the top of 2020 after losing his position as a factory worker in Italy due to the effects of the pandemic.

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