Who is Twitch streamer xQc?

If you're a regular on Twitch, you may be familiar with the name xQc. This Canadian Twitch streamer, internet personality, and former professional Overwatch player has made a successful career online, although not without stirring up some controversy along the way. Let's take a closer look at who xQc is and some key moments in his career.

Background and Overwatch career

Born Félix Lengyel on November 12, 1995, xQc began his esports career in 2016 while also regularly streaming. He played for the Dallas Fuel in the Overwatch League's inaugural season but was later released midway through the season due to repeated controversy and suspensions. He also represented Team Canada in the Overwatch World Cup from 2017 to 2019.

Success on Twitch

After leaving competitive Overwatch, xQc started streaming on Twitch when he was 19 years old. He played League of Legends under the alias xQcLoL and also created content for organizations such as Sentinels and Luminosity Gaming. By May 2019, xQc had become one of the most successful variety streamers on Twitch, and he was announced as the most watched streamer on the platform in both 2020 and 2021. Currently, his Twitch channel has a massive following of 11.2 million followers.

Controversies and bans

Despite his success, xQc has been temporarily banned from Twitch multiple times. However, he still manages to retain his viewership. In early April 2022, xQc broke his Twitch viewership record by peaking at over 293,000 viewers during the r/Place social experiment. Later that month, he broke that record once again while streaming a beta build of Overwatch 2, reaching a peak of over 312,000 viewers.

The drama between xQc and Hasan

Popular Twitch streamer xQc has often found himself embroiled in drama and controversy. One notable incident occurred on September 16, 2022, when xQc and his ex-girlfriend Adept got into a heated argument during his livestream in front of approximately 125,000 Twitch viewers. This led to other streamers, including Hasan, sharing their opinions on the situation.

The public breakup caused xQc to decide not to attend "S**tcamp," an event where popular Twitch streamers participate in challenges and games together. Initially, xQc cited the absence of another streamer, Sodapoppin, as the reason for not going. However, Hasan criticized this explanation, prompting xQc to later state that he decided not to attend due to grieving his breakup with Adept and dealing with family issues. Hasan eventually apologized for attacking xQc's decision and expressed understanding of the breakup's significance.

The relationship between xQc and Adept

For years, rumors circulated that xQc and Adept, both Twitch streamers, were more than just friends. However, their relationship was never officially confirmed. In March 2022, a livestream slip-up confirmed what many fans had suspected. While playing poker on a livestream, xQc walked in, cuddled Adept, and gave her two kisses on the forehead. This accidental display of affection led Adept to finally confirm that they were, indeed, a couple.

However, the relationship didn't last long. Just a few months after confirming their relationship, xQc and Adept publicly announced their breakup. They took to Twitter to share the news, with xQc emphasizing his respect for Adept and urging fans not to speculate. Although Adept maintained her privacy, she addressed misconceptions and accusations, making it clear that xQc had not physically abused her.

Despite their public breakup, xQc and Adept briefly reconciled before parting ways again in 2022.