Archive · 1 Nov 2025
Uber Driver Accused of Refusing Ride, Threatening Twitch Star
A popular online gamer named Michael was using Uber and the driver told him he was too fat to get in the car.
Michael started recording, and the driver then threatened to pull out a gun.
Michael got out of the car, and later Uber said they fired the driver for this behavior.
It's important that everyone feels safe when using services like Uber.
An Uber driver allegedly refused to give a ride to Twitch streamer Michael, citing his weight as the reason.
The driver also allegedly threatened to pull a gun on the passenger.
The incident was recorded by Michael and posted on social media, where it gained significant attention.
Michael is a popular Twitch streamer known for playing Call of Duty, with over 60,000 followers.
Uber has terminated the driver's access to their platform following the incident.
- Who
- Twitch streamer Michael (@Fatty) and an Uber driver
- What
- An alleged incident where an Uber driver refused a passenger, citing his weight, and threatened him with a gun.
- When
- Recently (implied by viral social media spread)
- Where
- In an Uber vehicle
- Why
- The driver allegedly refused service due to the passenger's weight and then made a threat.
Twitch Streamer's Account
Uber Driver's Actions
Reason for Refusal
Twitch Streamer's Account
Driver refused service due to the passenger being 'too fat' and 'too big for her car'.
Uber Driver's Actions
Driver stated 'It's her car,' implying a right to refuse service.
Threat of Violence
Twitch Streamer's Account
The driver threatened to 'pull my gun on you.'
Uber Driver's Actions
The driver made the threat during an escalating argument.
- Streamer Username
- @Fatty
- Twitch Followers
- 60,000+
- Video Views
- 50 million+
- Uber Response
- Driver's access terminated