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FaZe Clan, one of the most renowned esports and gaming organizations, has been embroiled in controversy recently due to the signing of Grace Van Dien, an actor from Stranger Things who has transitioned into streaming.
This unexpected turn of events has sparked heated debates within the community. Let’s take a closer look at the timeline of this ongoing saga.
The Humble Beginnings of FaZe Clan
Originally, FaZe Clan started as a group of young gamers sharing clips and commentaries. Over time, it grew into a household name and even went public on the Nasdaq.
However, the organization is now facing significant challenges as some of its original members publicly criticize its management.
The Signing of Grace Van Dien
Grace Van Dien, known for her role in Stranger Things, joined FaZe Clan under the name “FaZe Bluefille.” Her signing caused a stir among certain parts of the community, who criticized FaZe Clan for overlooking existing female content creators in favor of a celebrity recruit.
This controversy gave ammunition to OG members like Rain and Banks to continue their public criticism of the organization.
Timeline of Events:
May 18: Rain leaks Grace joining FaZe
Rain, one of the original members of FaZe Clan, leaked the news of Grace Van Dien’s signing even before it was officially announced.
He made remarks insinuating that she was only being recruited because of her appearance on Stranger Things and suggested that she lacked knowledge of FaZe’s origins as a sniping clan.
May 26: Grace Van Dien announcement sparks debate
The official announcement of Grace’s signing on May 26 ignited a debate within the community.
Santana, a newer member of FaZe Clan, expressed disappointment in the OG members’ comments about Grace and revealed that he had received death threats.
Grace responded to Rain’s criticism during her stream, defending her signing and stating that Rain had no knowledge of the discussions that led to her recruitment.
May 28: Rain vs. Grace feud intensifies
Rain retaliated to Grace’s comments by referring to her as “mid,” a term typically used to describe mediocrity. However, Grace responded by mentioning Rain’s past struggles with drug addiction and overdose, causing some to turn against her.
Notable streamers such as Asmongold, Hasan, and Disguised Toast sided with Grace in the feud, criticizing Rain and supporting her response.
May 30: Grace and Rain meet, worsening the situation
Hopes for a resolution were shattered when Rain revealed that the meeting with Grace took a terrible turn despite his attempts to be respectful and understanding.
Rain uploaded a video of the meeting, including his own reactions and providing explanations to address Grace’s criticisms.
The emotional video led to Grace leaving the room in tears and threatening to leave FaZe Clan if the video was made public.
May 31: FaZe Clan defends Grace
In response to the uploaded video, FaZe Clan issued a statement defending Grace and denouncing any mistreatment she had experienced. However, the statement received criticism from Rain, Banks, Temperrr, and Censor, other members of FaZe Clan.
June 1: Grace removes FaZe from bio
On June 1, Grace made a small but significant update to her Twitter bio, changing it from ‘FaZe Bluefille’ to ‘Bluefille.’ She also made her account private, indicating her detachment from the FaZe Clan label.
As this ongoing saga continues, tensions remain high, and the community eagerly awaits further developments.
Disclaimer: The events mentioned above are based on reported information and social media posts.
