Kevin White Explains Why He Left Illegal Civ

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[@jeezykun1804]

even with all the backlash, kevin is still trying to keep mikey in a respectful light. and mikey has the nerve to still speak on him on the ic story painting the picture that kevin is a bad person. buisness is buisness, but at the end of the day people change for whatever reason wharsoever. kevin still has options in the community and noone should question what hes going through or his loyalty. kevin needs to have a sponsor almost immediately after hes healed. he deserves it.

[@AspiringSpaceWizard]

Man that kid is such a clown, i reserved my judgement for abit but man talk about no self awareness

[@theman5221]

@the Wesley daffern show no shit man Mikey always been budget

[@Olsenator]

@@theman5221 maybe he was. But we didn’t see it the way we see it now. Now it’s all out for us to see.

[@ohbxnny6299]

i love that you spelled it buisness, spelling it the Mikey way

[@jeezykun1804]

@@ohbxnny6299LMFAO you actually caught that

[@flyguyrose]

Insane that he has so many good things to say about Mikey and Mikey goes on social media and talks ill on his name. Respect for jumpman

[@Simon-ib6eb]

Yeah fr fucked with IC but Mikey did some weird shit and ruined something real

[@ziggybender9125]

Mikey switched like a bitch.

[@PenneSandwicho]

What did Mikey say? Someone fill me in please

[@ziggybender9125]

@@PenneSandwicho read more of the comment section my g, the info is there.

[@ottoahmadp.5738]

@@PenneSandwicho after this interview mikey posted a new clip of kevins debuting part and said he paid kevin $10K for that part. Then went onto say he helped get him on adidas, paid for his rent, and took him around the world. Now i think mikey is mad that kevin is trying to be neutral which makes mikey feel alone. All mikey had to say is for the kids to reconsider leaving a company that garners 100k views each drop, always talked about, and has potential to get them on other teams. Kevin is a follower he doesn’t know his next move just chasing his friends around.

[@bender844]

In the old IC crew Mikey felt like a kid surrounded by adults, maturity wise, so it's not surprising that his new move is surrounding himself with actual children.

[@devinrodriguez3530]

Preach

[@SavouryLobster]

Also child labour lol.

[@Walter-ci8kw]

@@SavouryLobster Mikey sucks but the whole industry is based off child labor, thats been a topic for years

[@ethanfulton9659]

He still feels like a child surrounded by adults!!!

[@danw7447]

Never trust a skatebrand that wasn't started by a skateboarder who put in the work, that's how we honor these dudes who put their body on the line to push the culture so they can live easy later in life

[@charlesschultz3909]

Real shit

[@willfoster9525]

💯

[@-NxFace-]

Mikey is basically like “oh no! the consequences of my actions!” and dealing with it like an entitled rich child. What a joke. Shoutout Kevin for being the better man.

[@itsnicetoseeyou]

He actually is an entitled rich kid tho, his mom was in the film industry

[@-NxFace-]

@@itsnicetoseeyou yup that’s why i said it. My bad my wording was off a bit, dude is acting like exactly who he is.

[@Twigmf]

I’m not the biggest “fan” of Mikey but after watching this video I find it funny how you just listened to what Kev said, and still end up pointing fingers. Lmao

[@-NxFace-]

@@Twigmf Yeah, if you charge a child 700k for some clips i’m gonna point fingers. Kevin is not bashing mikey because he has a career to uphold in that scene. I don’t. Deal with it

[@Twigmf]

@@-NxFace- Mikey don’t even got 700k🤣🤣🤣 it’s all bs

[@NinoBone]

Kev is so well spoken. Handled the questions so well and is a very articulate person! Big ups to him

[@JD-lj8rm]

How did u expect him to speak?

[@Herschelhimself]

Really?

[@johnmeehan7884]

Racist alert

[@AEB177]

@@WickedGames7 why are you crying about it???

[@Chyeahokay]

I wouldn’t say articulate, or well spoken. But he is mature and respectful

[@troywilliams5336]

I’m so happy Jaron was askin the real hard hittin questions . They to scared to potentially stir up issues but sometimes they need to b blunt and address the elephant in the room and that’s what he was tryna do so big ups for tht💯

[@goobah1389]

I concur. I’m real tired of all the fake niceness to avoid pissing ppl off just for the sake to keep things “cool”. That’s not how you grow and move forward.

[@goobah1389]

@@MaejorArray I agree with what you’re saying tho that’s not the point. Shit’s already been aired out by Mikey and continues to do so. Idk how it’s so hard for these people to just be like Mikey what you’re doing is wack, we’re all older now and the company feels wack too. That’s all. Maybe that way Mikey will sit his ass down and possibly grow to build something new that people can appreciate. At this point tho the hole he’s dug is pretty deep.

[@debomb721]

They’re willing to ask hard hitting questions when it doesn’t effect the people their friends with. IC isn’t really part of the core skate industry mafia, so the nine club doesn’t care about controversy But if it was something that had to do with Baker, Chocolate, Nike, Lakai, best believe they would be on their “let’s keep things positive” shit because behind the scenes they’d get some backlash. Even tho not every company is affiliated, all these industry guys know each other and they keep shit hush hush

[@franciscoramirez9867]

Dude is humble. After being in crutches for a year myself recently, just being able to ollie again feels amazing like it did when I was 15 and I'm 31 now

[@dylanlloyd349]

finally just started skating again after blowing my ankle out. no better feeling

[@jonah5503]

Kevin is so thoughtful this made me respect him even more. Handled it like a real human

[@rnfr]

This is a wise dude. He’s already hurting physically and mentally from being hurt and it seems like he’s feeling the weight. Sometimes you gotta circle your own wagons and protect yourself. And if your homies fuck up you just have to try and run it as a good example and stay out of the fray. Heal up homie, and keep your head up. You’re on the right path. Peace.

[@jimmyvu6919]

Damn, I felt this comment

[@mewxtwo]

Kevin's maturity about the whole situation from his pov is really refreshing. Especially after seeing how it was handled on Mikey's end. Wish things didn't happen this way, it couldve been avoided.

[@boredgrindmtb8540]

This guys mental is as clean as his skating, props to Kevin for being such a real one

[@jakeatfiield]

he looks so broken, give this man a hug

[@SQVANTCH]

@ANYTHNG G03S injury will do that to yah unfortunately

[@RealTalkAlexV]

@@SQVANTCH injury and backstabbing, not being able to even get paid and having to leave the team

[@ohhellno4934]

He said he grew up in shelters the man just tired and over alot of stuff foreal he did always seem the most mature in IC

[@namcox40]

Mikey is such a backstabber basically. When he cut off Alex and Zac he said it was just business nothing personal, but when it came to kevin he made it personal with his goofy ass posts

[@mutedmutiny9542]

He also defended himself when he was criticized for smoking weed with kids by saying he was being a “big homie”, but is holding their footage hostage being a good “big homie” ? This dude is a clown.

[@renalbagas4291]

Please Tyshawn put this man on the team

[@RonRon-gr9qx]

Kev is a real dude. Enlightened mindset

[@Knowles860]

“Sometimes, stuff’s gotta breath” I heard that and internalized it, that was a powerful statement. And good advice

[@hk4110]

Thank you so much for that clip. Was happy at the end. Grateful for being able to watch it. Also Nine Club in general. Much Love Guys ❤️

[@Lacotemale]

Respect Kevin. Hope you recover in both body and mind. ❤️

[@robbanuelos741]

Gifted Hater is gonna have a field day with this one

[@BlurryEdits]

nah

[@claysoggyfries]

I like how well-spoken he is and can keep his composure, even when Mikey talks about him disrespectfully

[@DT-471]

Kevin is a very mature and grown human being. Especially being able to acknowledge the good in someone who's trying to drag him down.

[@davidgoldsmid2365]

also 10 points to 9 club for listening to their audience . we wanted them to dive a little deeper and they are being persistent

[@chriscuriosity]

joa is eating this up

[@SliceawayMAc]

Mikey is gifting the haters at this pointing

[@LSPK-tr9zl]

We love Mikey

[@bradymchale947]

I know Kev is trying to stay neutral and he has absolutely no obligation to pick sides, but I really wish he would realize the influence he has on both mikey and IC in general. He kept saying throughout the interview that he didn’t want to politic or “point fingers” but in a situation like this, maybe if he challenged mikey at some point we wouldn’t have a disaster of a company and 15-16 yr old kids fighting for their clips.

[@bobbyventure720]

Haha. None of this is Kevin's fault. 100s of people could have told Mikey something but he wouldn't have listened.

[@brentmorales3490]

Kev definitely has said his piece. He just chooses to do it privately is the only difference. Mickey is going to continue to be Mickey regardless is Kevin goes after him publicly or not.

[@gelus4660]

K White so humble about the whole situation , gotta respect the loyalty . Bro hands down handled this the best out of EVERYONE !

[@32srt32]

Communication is key with any type of relationship. Kids are growing up nor knowing how to talk and communicate their feelings.

[@tourhead]

Glad I clicked on this tonight. Helping me out...Thanks guys and Kevin....

[@daegaskins3340]

never trusted dudes like mikey 🤷🏽‍♂️ he knew what he was doing the entire time.

[@hamburgerzzzzz]

Kevin seems like a really good dude. I feel bad for everyone involved. Obviously Mikey thinks he's fully in the right, but I wish he could just meet people in middle and be respectful. Same goes for everyone tbh. Things aren't looking good for IC as a skate company, but I guess they make enough money doing other stuff

[@fernandoreyes680]

Mikey a walking L at this point

[@reza_dc2]

he had the opportunity of a lifetime slip right through his fingers.. could have been a company like girl or chocolate if he had his mind right.

[@munch3x6]

Shout out Kevin for being respectful to that man even though he doesn’t deserve it. Mikey been a clown from the start.

[@johneapleseed6876]

I'm going on record. Don't get high with children. Definitely do not film it. Even if you skating. This was a good interview piece.

[@johnnielurker]

cool kids problem, except hes an adult

[@johnsilva7447]

Such an amazing insight. Thanks Kevin! Love you guys!

[@Jdj28373]

This guys a class act. Shame some of his sense didn’t rub off on Mikey

[@karlosmoreno3821]

And now Mikey dissing him. Sad Kevin was respectful

[@zacharyangulo9456]

But is it? That’s what separates dudes like Kev from Mikey Kev seems like a real dude and he keeps it neutral while he gets disrespect that’s some real shit because he seems genuine

[@karlosmoreno3821]

@@zacharyangulo9456 yeah I agree. Shows who they really are as people.

[@johnmeehan7884]

@@zacharyangulo9456 No it doesnt. Shows he bailed on Mikey, like a weasel, the moment bad shit started coming out. That's called being disloyal.

[@johnnielurker]

@@johnmeehan7884 bruh if the person is toxic af, you gotta run

[@jetwork131]

@@johnmeehan7884 he left the team for the sake of his career. The way he talks about Mikey just shows true loyalty

[@samanthony3382]

KEVIN a Humble dude! Heal up bro!

[@waketp420]

Ya'll are being too nice, and respectful towards a situation where you should be pissed. Defending Mikey way too much. He's an adult using children to line his pockets, and you guys are talking about how these kids should call someone, and get it taken care of when it's not that simple for a kids to handle this type of conflict. No one is stepping up to defend these young riders, and instead giving excuses for Mikey. Kinda sad.

[@aaronbrah8778]

Also... big ups to Kevin for repping THERAPY

[@supdookie]

Godspeed was such a legendary video and I was so excited to see their next one, its such a shame man

[@credodelacruz3009]

Tyshawn put him on King!

[@gookie9001]

Fr???

[@PatPrika42]

Kev saying he doesn’t have a finger to point when it’s not his shit is incredibly mature, Mikey should take notes

[@JOSSHBLoris]

Kev is a real Goat for this💯

[@andrewcastro3292]

Mikey would be nothing without his friends.

[@andrewslocum8826]

rich parents*

[@illreputed95]

Kevin is the homie. Always cool vibes with him and saw illegal civ grow at the beach. Dta also. Sucks what happened in this situation.

[@etu666]

Glad y’all had Kevin and keep up to date with these things max respect to Kevin

[@gabrielherrera4643]

I’m calling it right now. He’s gonna ride for tyshawn’s new board brand. He’ll be alright.

[@HomieCantCommunicate]

great call 💯🫡

[@teddybonzo8460]

I mean putting kids on flow has been a thing since Baker. Look Andrew with Kader. But again Mikey has an ego problem I remember him on sway in the morning comparing what Nak did and what IC did and basically saying Nak is more note worthy than Micheal Jordan because he had 6 shoes with Adidas and MJ had like 3 or something. He was on an ego rant. And it could show even anywhere he's whole demeanor.

[@thebayharborbutcher9115]

I mean ill civ did a collab with Doritos 😂 I would say that was there down fall

[@Ken120Hz]

LOL!

[@butterflaps...]

Trying hard not to say gifted's name.

[@robertblackmore703]

Word

[@djhellnaw5632]

I’m glad to see k white can’t wait to see him get better and skate!

[@Zinksk8er]

Life lesson, sometimes you just gotta say it like it is, with love. Imo support can be painful especially when you have to call out things that make your relationship uncomfortable. Not that it needs to be done on camera by any means. But that's how I feel. Claiming kids are racist and then tell people to support your business? Man, as a real friend I can't stand quitely by something like that. That's nuts man. Kevin Whites such a humble dude. Respect.

[@johnreisen3346]

I really like kevin. He's a real one

[@jeeeze]

Kevin seems like he just needs a hug man lmao

[@tampapredatortrackers3858]

It’s grear to know Kevin is one of the good guys.

[@pxsner]

kevin white the chillest dude out?!?!?

[@obdct5536]

yo kevin is so chill love him

[@vico805]

mad respect to KEV he handled this shit so good didn’t even speak bad on mikey at all/wish nothing but the best for KEV!!!

[@bradymchale947]

cant wait for the next gifted video

[@Saiyamanmc]

whole reason im here, i need the full context for that future upload

[@robertjr8474]

its refreshing to hear crob give his honest opinion

[@chadgridlock]

Gifted Hater is the man, the people's champion.

[@polostrogene1818]

for me, businesses with (or against) friends are always toxic, and friendship ends because of the toxic businessman friend (no hate, the problem is never caused by an individual person, things just go)

[@pw1045]

Dammn this was some real sh*t, shout out to Kevin

[@adamstein2054]

Illegal civs board graphics are the worst I’ve seen

[@shmooveyea]

The fact that Mikey thought it was a good idea to have a Hell Week trailer smoking up little kids really calls into question his judgment and assessment of the entire situation. The guy isn't completely right

[@zachlloyd]

kevin the goat. one of the best on adidas.

[@luibond9418]

Yeah I’d like to see that contract where Mikey was paying them in Burgers and “exposure”

[@domenicming9551]

Really fuck with Kevin. Super kind guy. I'm not sponsored and I don't have any clout but every-time I see him in new york he's kind and sometimes we'll have a short lil convo. and hearing this I see why, he's not with the bullshit

[@commentator2.0]

How come CRob wears a blank hat and hoodie now? How come he doesn’t support his sponsors? What’s going on with him?

[@sheaskateboarding]

I was wondering the same thing

[@tylerwilson503]

Mikey Alfraud

[@sk8fyshbyk923]

You can tell that Kevin is a level headed and loyal kinda guy. Good on ya duude..

[@HectorPeralta-tf7do]

Shouts out Kevin Blanco ❤️🐙

[@ymdnem22]

We’ll-spoken but cryptic AF at the same time

[@MycoMatty]

IC is a sinking ship and I'm glad Kevin jumped before it sank. Mikey's ego has been inflated for far too long now and everyone is just starting to pay attention and notice it. Respect to Kevin for being a stand up dude and I understand the friendship thing but Kevin deserves so much more than what IC was providing for him.

[@xExile7]

All the homies and old IC crew are afraid to say Mikey is whack or a phonie, IC wasn’t cool because of Mikey it was cool cause the crew was solid and Mikey as the filmed and person that put it all together ruined it

[@mikey_fixed]

Watch this or wait for gifted to cover it 🤔

[@jouhajohnny]

Kevin being respectful and Mikey being a douche bag on ig story on Kevin smh

[@brennanknowles3049]

For gods sake gentlemen speak your clout. Show your opinions without dancing around it everyone would benefit

[@SheriffJohnStone]

Frustrating huh? Everyone always skirting around just speaking to the reality of the situation.

[@Markcurb]

It must be hard to not share everything and keep it mutual. I want to know what he meant by “pulled out” specifically.

[@moballardful]

Honestly just sounds like an objective, reasonable, man speaking his truth. Can't do nothing but respect it. Just sounds really mature in a situation while dealing with kids and their drama.

[@LIBRAFIGHTERAGOD]

Gotta keep it real everything is cool when you stay honest to yourself

[@PapaCopperpot]

First two minutes are the most LA conversation I’ve ever heard in my life. They say so little with so many words but barely get to the point (1:40 is where it got me)

[@lukebeebe6912]

This is the definition of beating around the bush 😂

[@n0r4k]

man kevin a great dude all around

[@petepete4984]

On some real shit thoHis facial hair reminds me of the sk8mafia logo.

[@Simon-ib6eb]

Mikey a goof

[@jastrology4192]

Baker all day! 20 years and going baby!

[@nastynoles7946]

We support you Jumpman! 🖤🖤👊

[@itsGuVII]

I blinked near the end and I thought I was going blind when it blurred.

[@Dan-zk2hb]

love how this guy handled it.

[@anarchistbunny3339]

honestly man, when it really comes down to it, even if that was you're friend. you never can really see the true colors inside someone, till they let it out...I feel bad for all the riders and i only hope it gets better for them. no gonna hate on the anyone and i cant say anything bad to mikey because i dont know the dude. but tring to have a 16yr old pay $7000 for some skate clips is really embarrassing and its not the way to go in the skate community. all the best for every rider out there tring to make it thou. just gotta watch out who you gonna be friends with.

[@eduardorivera7723]

Illegal Civ aint even worth 700k lmao

[@mariposagonzalez3099]

BEEN WAITING ON THIS ONE.

[@chiefgotstoned8607]

He big chillin

[@jeremylamovsky3669]

This dude is obviously too mature for the bullshit that went down. I never really followed illegal civ, i just thought about this and had to try and see what happened. And chris made a pretty good point about communicating. How many stories have we heard an older skater tell where there is a falling out with a sponsor and nobody really knew where they stood in the first place. Made assumptions, shit gets weird and ends without anyone knowing what the problem really was in the first place

[@sren8396]

IC lost everything

[@poppaholiday1064]

Kevin whites skateboarding kinda lukewarm but he’s super cool 💯

[@8hiphop7]

what that mean

[@higher1441]

RIP DELISTATUS AND RIP ILLEGAL CIV

[@vico805]

Kevin was keeping it 💯!

[@thesnapper84]

Mikey, you will never be Spike Lee or John Singleton….