Why Did Plaqueboymax Leave FaZe Clan?
Plaqueboymax left FaZe Clan because he wanted to chase new opportunities on his own, even though the specifics behind his departure have been kept private. On August 5, 2025, he dropped a YouTube video titled "i left faze clan.." confirming that he was officially done with the group.
He said he couldn’t give the full story or go into detail, but explained that he needed to focus on building something bigger for himself and his 5$TAR community. He was pretty open about struggling with the decision for a while and mentioned that it was a personal choice—he simply felt it was time to grow solo after an intense period of collaboration.
Plaqueboymax expressed a lot of love for FaZe Clan and said joining the group was one of the best moves of his life, but he’s ready to carve his own path now.
What Happened to Plaqueboymax?
There’s been curiosity around Plaqueboymax’s recent silence, but it’s mostly because he’s been focused on music and personal projects. After promising fans 365 straight days of streaming, he took a step back from Twitch and social media right as his music career started to blossom, even signing with Field Trip Recordings and releasing a mixtape called "Five Forever."
There were rumors of drama in the FaZe house—especially a wild prank war with another member, Jasontheween, that spiraled into a bigger conflict and caused friction in the group. Despite all that, Max insists there’s no beef, just a new chapter. Some close friends have hinted he’s taking a real break until Halloween, but fans are watching for a comeback. He’s not gone—just grinding on what comes next.
Where Is Plaqueboymax From?
Plaqueboymax, real name Maxwell Elliot Dent, is from West Orange, New Jersey. He grew up there, went to West Orange High School, and first made a name with his local Basement Boyz crew before breaking out solo online. His New Jersey roots have always been a core part of his story, influencing both his streaming and rap career.
When Did Plaqueboymax Join FaZe Clan?
Plaqueboymax joined FaZe Clan in May 2024, right after the group did a major revamp and was bringing in fresh faces for a new era. He was the first big addition at that time, and his arrival definitely marked a turning point for both him and FaZe. From there, he launched his hit "In The Booth" Twitch series and became a major driver of music-collab content for the organization. After a little over a year with the group, he decided to step away in August 2025.
