Canadian rapper bbno$ has made waves in the streaming community after deliberately editing out Asmongold’s face from his latest music video, which supports Palestine relief efforts. The video, which features several big-name streamers, conspicuously censors or replaces Asmongold’s appearance while leaving other creators like Mizkif completely untouched.
The editing choice marks a big shift in the relationship between bbno$ and Asmongold. The rapper previously showed support for the WoW streamer, even going as far as having Asmongold’s face painted on his chest during past performances.
Industry insiders point to Asmongold’s recent controversial political commentary as the likely reason for the edit. The streamer has increasingly ventured into political territory, making statements about Palestine and other global issues that many viewers found extreme or inflammatory.
Streamer Quin69 publicly expressed confusion over the selective censorship, especially why Asmongold was digitally cut out while Mizkif stayed in the final version. While Mizkif had his own controversies in the past regarding his handling of sexual assault allegations within his circle, those issues were largely resolved through proper channels.
The contrast in treatment seems to come from the way each streamer handles their public image. Asmongold takes on heated takes on politically charged topics while Mizkif, on the other hand, has generally steered clear of divisive political waters.
The video was reportedly filmed before Asmongold’s most controversial statements, suggesting bbno$ made the editing decision after Asmongold’s public persona took a more extreme political turn. The rapper, known for his progressive views and support for LGBTQ+ rights, probably felt that Asmongold’s recent commentary didn’t match the humanitarian message of his Palestine relief fundraiser.
