Kai Cenat Becomes Twitch's Most-Subscribed Streamer Ever

Kai Cenat has wasted no time reminding the streaming world why he's one of its biggest stars. Just days after returning from a nine-month hiatus, the content creator has once again become Twitch's most-subscribed streamer.

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Cenat stepped away from livestreaming in late 2025 to focus on other ventures, including expanding his fashion brand, Vivet, and taking a break from the demanding schedule that came with producing around-the-clock content.

Earlier this month, he officially returned to Twitch and YouTube with a highly anticipated livestream centered around the latest edition of Streamer University.

Since returning, fans have flocked back to his channel, helping him reclaim the title of Twitch's most-subscribed streamer. The milestone adds to an already historic run for Cenat, who became the first creator to surpass one million active Twitch subscribers during his record-breaking "Mafiathon 3" in 2025.

The return has sparked excitement across the streaming community, with viewers celebrating Cenat's comeback after months away. His first stream back featured the reveal of Streamer University's newest class and marked the first time he simultaneously streamed on both Twitch and YouTube.

At just 24 years old, Cenat continues to set the standard for livestreaming, with record-breaking subscriber numbers and some of the largest audiences on the internet.