Who is Vitaly Zdorovetskiy?· What is he famous for?· What is his YouTube channel and how many subscribers does he have?Arrest and Charges (Philippines 2025-2026)· Why was Vitaly arrested in the Philippines?

Russian-American YouTuber Vitaly Zdorovetskiy is set to be deported from the Philippines to Russia after completing a prison sentence for his actions there.

Here are the key details of his case:

· Who is he? A Russian-born YouTuber and internet personality (YouTube: VitalyzdTv), also a U.S. green card holder.

· What happened? He was arrested in April 2025 in Manila after livestreaming pranks involving harassment, theft (like stealing a patrol motorcycle), and trespassing.

· Legal outcome He was convicted on charges including unjust vexation and theft, served about nine months in prison, and is now being deported.

· Why Russia? Despite his U.S. residence, his deportation is based on his Russian citizenship and passport.

· Current status As of January 15-16, 2026, Philippine authorities have issued the deportation order and are coordinating with Russia for his transfer.

His case serves as a warning from the Philippines that all visitors must respect local laws.