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Max vs. Ross: Blackface Fuels Culture Clash
6 Nov
Summary
- Max criticized Ross for suggesting blackface, citing his roots in Black culture.
- Banks argued Max's whiteface costume showed disrespect to white people.
- Banks believed Max failed to live up to his potential, unlike Kai Cenat.
Plaqueboymax's Halloween 2026 livestream has triggered a public disagreement involving Adin Ross and former FaZe Clan member Ricky "Banks" Bengtson. Max and his crew wore costumes depicting stereotypical white men, prompting Ross to joke about doing blackface on his own stream. Max confronted Ross, questioning his respect for Black culture given Ross's reliance on it for success.
Banks then entered the fray, arguing that if blackface is disrespectful to Black culture, Max's "whiteface" costume was equally disrespectful to white people. He expanded his criticism to Max's career, stating that Max had not met the significant potential Banks once envisioned for him, comparing him unfavorably to Kai Cenat.
Banks further critiqued Max's recent content, suggesting he now relies on controversial moments and online criticism for views. He reminded viewers of Max's earlier ambition to perform at the Super Bowl halftime show, expressing doubt about such an achievement. This exchange highlights ongoing tension between the former FaZe associates.
