Spanian's Kebab Shop Opens, He Skips Event

0:00This is Cory, and here's what's trending across entertainment and celebrity news right now. Fans were disappointed this weekend when YouTube star Spanion missed the opening of his new Kabab shop in Kogura Sydney. The influencer, whose real name is Anthony Lee's, launched Spanion's Kababs on Friday but stayed away from the ribbon cutting. Instead, he sent a giant mascot version of himself to greet the crowd. The mascot looked just like Spanion, complete with tattooed arms and legs, and it quickly became a hit. Hungry fans lined up for food and snapped selfies with the character, keeping the energy high despite his absence. Spanion's latest Instagram post from Wednesday showed him in Bangkok explaining why he could not attend. Back in January, fans poked fun at artwork from his new town Kabab shop opening. The mural highlighted his recent nose job and dental work, but many said it did not resemble him at all. Spanion offers suggestions for better designs, while others praise the food and service there.

1:00Spanion has come a long way from his days as a Sydney Eshay, known for track suits and street life. With past convictions for serious crimes, including armed robbery and drug dealing, he served over 12 years in prison. Since his release in 2017, he built a fortune through YouTube, sharing stories from tough neighborhoods. Today, the entrepreneur focuses on his business empire and personal life. He recently ended his two-year marriage after welcoming a son and is now dating 22-year-old Ava Jean Walker. His Kabab shops continue to draw crowds, even without him there in person. Thanks to our sponsor for helping bring you this episode, lay back, press play, let the pillow do the rest, sound meets comfort, S-O-L-I, solely pillow dot com.