Oleksandr “s1mple” Kostyliev is one of the most iconic figures in Counter-Strike history. Widely considered one of the most talented players of all time, his in-game achievements have turned him into a legend—not just in the CIS scene, but across the entire esports world. Currently playing as the AWPer for FaZe Clan, s1mple remains one of the most recognizable and popular faces in CS2. But this time, the community’s attention isn’t on his aim — it’s on his heart.
A New Romance?
Social media and Reddit have been buzzing with speculation about a possible relationship between s1mple and Twitch streamer ekatze007. While neither of them has confirmed anything officially, several recent stream clips have sparked a wave of rumors and intrigue.
The first wave of speculation came after a clip where s1mple accidentally called ekatze007 “zay” — a Ukrainian term of endearment similar to “bunny” or “sweetheart.” For many viewers, it sounded way too affectionate to be just friendly banter, especially during a livestream. ekatze007 smiled subtly in response, while the chat exploded with emotes and “caught in 4K” comments.
More Than Just Flirting
In another clip, fans spotted how naturally the two interact — smiles, playful teasing, and relaxed body language.
It didn’t look like a typical gaming collab — it looked like two people genuinely comfortable around each other.
But what really raised eyebrows was a moment caught on stream where s1mple introduced ekatze007 to his FaZe Clan teammates.
In esports terms, that’s a serious move — especially considering how private s1mple has historically been about his personal life.
Who Is ekatze007?
ekatze007 is a Twitch streamer known for playing CS2, hosting Just Chatting streams, and occasionally collaborating with pro players. Her audience has been growing rapidly since appearing alongside s1mple. Though little is known about her background, she creates a welcoming stream environment, engages actively with chat, and holds her own confidently among well-known figures in the scene.
Some fans have already nicknamed her “First Lady of FaZe” or even “Ms. s1mple.” Her Instagram following has surged after every joint stream with the CS2 legend.
The Community Reacts
The CS community, always quick to spot even the tiniest personal detail about its stars, immediately flooded Reddit, Twitter, and clip comment sections with speculation:
- “s1mple finally in love? That’s a buff for FaZe ”
- “A ‘zay’ a day keeps the tilt away ”
- “Let s1mple be happy. He deserves it after everything.”
Some fans pointed out that s1mple has had brief flings or rumors before, including during Majors. But this time, it feels different — mainly because he’s not hiding it. There’s eye contact, comfort, and even public interaction with teammates.
No Official Confirmation… Yet
Despite the mounting evidence, neither s1mple nor ekatze007 has commented directly on the rumors. Perhaps they’re taking their time — or simply want to keep their private life off the public stage. So, are s1mple and ekatze007 really a couple? It remains unconfirmed. But the shared streams, the affectionate nickname, and even a team introduction paint a fairly telling picture.
And as s1mple works his way back into peak form in CS2, maybe he’s also finding some balance in life — not just in-game, but in his heart too.
