Folks criticized Jake Franklin for calling out MrBeast regarding allegations against Ava Kris Tyson while failing to speak up about his brother-in-law, Charles Jefferson, Delaware’s troubling past.
Jake Franklin, known online as Jake the Viking or just Viking, is mainly recognized for his appearances on the MrBeast channel, where he’s a close friend of Jimmy Donaldson.
Franklin, a native of North Carolina, played tight end for the LSU Tigers during the 2013 and 2014 seasons.
Highlights
- Jake The Viking confirms that Delaware, who is listed on the registry due to past charges, was accused by a 16-year-old girl when he was 21.
- As per Jake, the incident with Delware happened in 2010, and he was terminated from the company before Jake.
- Jake describes Delaware as a kind person, a dedicated husband, and a great father to his nieces.
On April 6, 2020, Jake announced his departure from MrBeast and his group of YouTubers.
He said the decision was made because of time constraints and emphasized that “no bad blood” existed between him and the team.
However, Mr Beast hired Jake’s brother-in-law, and if he knew about this, he should explain why Jake was fired and why Jake has been upset about it ever since.
He earned the name “Jake the Viking” because his hair and beard always made him look like an old-time explorer.
Jake Franklin Believes In Brother-In -Law’s Innocence Despite His Troubling Past
Jake Franklin has clarified the situation surrounding his brother-in-law, Charles Jefferson, Delaware.
He confirms that Delaware, who is indeed a registered s*x offender, was accused by a 16-year-old girl when he was 21, alleging an incident that occurred when she was 11.
Here's the Truth.
— Jake Franklin (@jake_theviking) August 8, 2024
Yes Delaware is my Brother-In-Law. Yes he is a RSO. When he was 21, a 16 year old girl accused him and others of SA when she was 11. Delaware took a Plea Deal. That's why there was no jail time, but he still had to register.
His nickname isn't Delaware…
Delaware took a plea deal, so he avoided lockup but still has to register as the infamous culprit.
Jake explains that Delaware’s nickname isn’t related to his inability to return to Delaware; he’s actually from there and has visited multiple times.
Mr. Beast hired Charles Jefferson Delaware, before Jake and was instrumental in getting Jake his job.
Before starting, Delaware thoroughly explained his situation to Jimmy and Sue so they were aware.
Although Delaware joined MrBeast in 2017/2018, the incident occurred in 2010, and he was let go from the company before Jake.
Delaware initially worked behind the scenes but appeared in some videos out of necessity.
Due to his past, he was cautious about appearing on camera, so he wore a mask in one video.
So your brother has been a confirmed offender for over a decade now, and you just decided to speak on it??? The silence really is deafening…. Jake Franklin knew. pic.twitter.com/lgR1dhbD2h
— Brad (@BradHeat) August 8, 2024
The charges against Delaware are expected to be dropped this fall. Jake describes Delaware as a good person, a devoted husband, and a wonderful father to his nieces.
Delaware’s family wants to stay out of the spotlight and live peacefully.
Jake understands the concerns and frustrations about the allegations but firmly believes in Delaware’s innocence and looks forward to the charges being cleared.
Additional Information
- After leaving MrBeast on June 23, 2021, Jake joined the e-sports organization Misfits Gaming.
- However, on July 27, 2024, he revealed on X that he had been fired.
- Jake the Viking is in a relationship with his girlfriend, Shelby Dueitt.
- Standing at 6’5.6″ (197 cm), he makes his last appearance in the “$60,000 Extreme Hide and Seek Challenge” video before departing.
