Malek Bennouioua, widely known in the gaming community as maleK and MalekCSGO, has died at the age of 35. The news of his passing was shared by a close friend, prompting an outpouring of tributes from prominent figures within the Counter-Strike scene. Bennouioua transitioned from a career as a competitive Counter-Strike player to become a popular streamer and content creator. He had dedicated years to the game before focusing on broadcasting and online content. Currently, his family has requested privacy as they grieve and has asked the public to refrain from spreading unsubstantiated rumours surrounding his death. The community is deeply saddened by the loss of the French streamer.