Jack Doherty criticizes Kai Cenat’s team for allowing Max Major’s dangerous prank on Twitch stream

Jack Doherty has publicly criticized Kai Cenat and his team for allowing a dangerous prank orchestrated by magician Max Major during Cenat’s Mafiathon 2 subathon. On November 26, 2024, Major staged a shocking stunt that left the streaming community in turmoil.

During the live stream, Major climbed onto scaffolding with three nooses tied to his body, directing Cenat to pull one of three color-coded cords. When the cord was pulled, Major appeared to hang himself on air, causing immediate concern among Cenat and his team. The prank, which looked alarmingly real, was later revealed to be a pre-planned trick meant to capture the internet’s attention.

Doherty, known for his own controversial actions, wasted no time voicing his disapproval on social media. He strongly criticized Cenat’s production team for approving such a stunt, stating that there is no magic or prank that justifies putting a noose around someone’s neck. His comments reflect growing concerns about what should be deemed acceptable content in live-streaming, especially when it involves potentially dangerous stunts.

In response to the incident, Cenat expressed his frustration, clarifying that neither he nor his team knew the details of the prank beforehand. While some defended Cenat, arguing that he was misled, others debated whether he should have been more cautious in allowing such risky content to air. Despite the controversy, Cenat’s subathon continued to attract massive viewership, approaching 600,000 subscribers by the end of the event.

This incident has ignited broader discussions about the ethics of pranks in live-streaming and the responsibility of both streamers and their production teams. As the line between entertainment and risk becomes increasingly blurred, the prank serves as a stark reminder of the potential dangers of live, unscripted content on platforms like Twitch.