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Sims Star Quits EA Over Saudi Investment
2 Jun
Summary
- Sims left the EA Creator Network due to values clash.
- She raised over $1 million for St. Jude in 2025.
- In-game objects are named after her and her characters.
Kayla Sims, a prominent figure in The Sims community known as Lilsimsie, announced her departure from the EA Creator Network in late 2025. This decision was directly linked to EA's acquisition by Saudi investors, which Sims stated conflicted with her personal values. She has actively encouraged other players to sign a petition opposing the deal.
Sims, who has garnered millions of subscribers on YouTube and followers on Twitch, has had a substantial impact on The Sims 4. Several in-game items, including Cowplants, are named in her honor or after her characters. She has collaborated with EA on game expansions and packs since 2020.
Beyond gaming, Sims is dedicated to charitable causes. Since 2020, her annual charity stream for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital has raised over $1 million as of 2025. Additional fundraisers have contributed hundreds of thousands of dollars to organizations like the National Immigration Law Center and the Trans Lifeline.
