Is FaZe Rug the new CEO of FaZe? Viral tweet explored as FaZe Banks steps down

Rumors started swirling about whether FaZe Rug would potentially become the new CEO of the FaZe Clan following Ricky FaZe Banks’ departure due to a recent controversy, but Rug's recent claims indicate that the decision has not been made regarding the next CEO.

On July 28, FaZe CEO Banks explained that he was done with “this internet sht” after receiving criticism for the MLG crypto token. The meme coin’s value tanked, leading to the investors accusing Banks and his fellow FaZe members of “scamming” fans.

On the other hand, a viral tweet announced that FaZe Rug (born Brian Awadis) has been named the company’s new CEO. Rug had long served as a FaZe director, and members of his family had been prominent fixtures in the group’s content.

But FaZe Rug was quick to deny the speculation, as he remarked that he knew nothing about the decision and said it was too soon to assume things.

"I saw that tweet. Am I actually? Wait no, it's not. That's false. I don't even know what happened," he said adressing his stream.

FaZe Rug reacted to being the new CEO of FaZe Clan after Banks stepped down from his position today 😭🔥 pic.twitter.com/CV3HW6TKom

— Salt 💫 (@ilySalt) July 28, 2025

FaZe Banks blamed streamer Adin Ross for the crash in a leaked group chat, though Ross denied responsibility. Just hours after promising to discuss the drama on stream, Banks suddenly resigned, claiming mental health issues and unfair allegations.

"On the phone with Adin right now, we’re doing a stream together tonight to address ALL OF THIS. This whole thing has been wildly miscommunicated and has destroyed my mental the last several months. I’ve wanted to talk more publicly about this situation for a while," Banks said in a statement.

A look into FaZe Rug's career and growth to fame

FaZe Rug, whose real name is Brian Awadis, is a well-known YouTuber, content creator, and entrepreneur, who was born on November 19, 1996, in San Diego, California. Thanks to his 24+ million subscribers and 7 billion views, he has been considered a pioneer of digital entertainment.

According to a report by Memes Download, he began his YouTube career in 2012 with Call of Duty game play and trick shot videos, which took off after his recruitment to the exclusive esports organization FaZe Clan.

Brian's channel expanded to pranks, vlogs, challenges,, and horror content. His 24-hour challenges, haunted house explorations, his feel-good family moments, are some of his most viral uploads. He has also worked with high-profile people such as MrBeast, Logan Paul and brands like GFuel and SeatGeek.

 

 

 

 

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His parents also appear on his channel regularly, who he lovingly refers to as “Mama Rug” and “Papa Rug.” His brother, Brandon Awadis (who’s also a YouTuber), is someone who he frequently features in his collaborative content (Memes Download). 

He used to date Kaelyn and was rumoured to be in a relationship with model Molly Eskam, but as of 2025 he is single.

As FaZe Banks is out, and Rug is denying any participation, the fate of FaZe’s leadership is now in the air. For now, the CEO’s seat remains empty.