Following allegations of sexual misconduct against Evo co-founder and president Joey "Mr. Wizard" Queller, the fighting game tournament's next event has been canceled and Queller has been removed from his position.

The allegations about Queller were made this morning in a post shared by longtime fighting game player Mikey "Crackpr0n" Pham; 2011 Evo Champion Jay "Viscount" Snyder, in a now-deleted tweet, said that Pham at some point in the past stated that the same story had been told to him at one point in the past.

Evo quickly addressed the allegations, tweeting that Quella has been placed on "administrative leave pending an independent investigation." Nevertheless, hours after the allegations were made, SonicFox, a multiple-time EVO winner, announced that it had been eliminated from the tournament.

"Dozens" of other players and casters followed SonicFox's lead and withdrew from the tournament, esports commentator Rod Breslau said on Twitter. Capcom, NetherRealm, and Bandai Namco also announced their withdrawals as well.

Faced with a collapse in support, organizers also announced that they would cancel the entire tournament, which was scheduled to take place in a month-long series of online events beginning July 4, and cut ties with Cuellar entirely.

"Effective immediately, Joey Cuellar will no longer be involved with Evo in any capacity. We are currently working towards his complete separation from the company and have relieved him of all responsibilities. Going forward, Tony Cannon will act as CEO. In this position, he will provide leadership that prioritizes excellent accountability throughout Evo, both internally and at events.

"Progress doesn't happen overnight and it doesn't happen without the courage of those who speak out against injustice and unfairness. We are shocked and saddened by these events, but we are listening and committed to all the changes necessary to make Evo a better model for the stronger, safer culture we all seek. As a result, we are cancelling Evo Online and will be issuing refunds to all players who have purchased badges. As promised, we will donate the equivalent of the proceeds to Project HOPE."

After the cancellation of the tournament, Quella apologized on Twitter for his actions.

"I'm sorry. I never meant to hurt anyone. I was young, reckless, and did something I'm not proud of. 'I have grown and matured over the last 20 years. All I've tried to do is be a better person. Again, I am truly sorry."[17