MrBeast Biography – The Billionaire YouTube Philanthropist
MrBeast Biography – The Billionaire YouTube Philanthropist
Full Name: James Stephen Donaldson
Date of Birth: May 7, 1998
Place of Birth: Wichita, Kansas, USA
Nationality: American
Profession: YouTuber, Entrepreneur, Philanthropist
Years Active: 2012–present
Height: 6 ft 3 in (190 cm)
Net Worth (2025): Approximately $1 billion
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Early Life and Family
Born in Wichita, Kansas, Jimmy Donaldson, known globally as MrBeast, was raised in Greenville, North Carolina. His mother, Susan Parisher, is a U.S. military veteran who played a significant role in his upbringing and later in managing aspects of his business. Jimmy has an older brother, CJ, who occasionally appears in his videos. His relationship with his father is estranged, and he prefers not to discuss it publicly.
Jimmy attended Greenville Christian Academy and briefly enrolled in college before dropping out to pursue a full-time career on YouTube.
Career and Success Journey
MrBeast began his YouTube career in 2012, initially posting videos ranging from Let’s Plays to estimating the wealth of other YouTubers. He gained significant attention in 2017 with a video where he counted to 100,000, which went viral and marked the beginning of his rise to fame.
Known for his extravagant stunts and philanthropy, MrBeast’s content often involves large-scale challenges and generous giveaways. He has given away millions of dollars, cars, houses, and even a private island to his fans and strangers.
In addition to his main channel, MrBeast has launched several other ventures:
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MrBeast Gaming: A channel dedicated to gaming content.
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Beast Philanthropy: A charity-focused channel where all ad revenue and sponsorships go directly to charitable causes.
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MrBeast Burger: A virtual restaurant chain that operates through delivery apps across the U.S.
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Feastables: A line of chocolate bars and snacks.
In 2024, MrBeast expanded into traditional media with the launch of “Beast Games,” a high-stakes game show on Amazon Prime Video featuring 1,000 contestants competing for a $5 million prize.
He also announced a collaboration with author James Patterson to co-author a novel aimed at encouraging reading among younger audiences, set to release in 2026.
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Personal Life and Relationships
MrBeast was previously in a relationship with Maddy Spidell from 2019 to 2022. In 2022, he met South African content creator and esports caster Thea Booysen during a trip to Cape Town. The couple announced their relationship publicly at the Kids’ Choice Awards in April 2022.
On Christmas Day 2024, MrBeast proposed to Thea Booysen, and the couple is planning an intimate island wedding. They share interests in gaming, science, and philanthropy.
MrBeast has been open about his diagnosis with Crohn’s disease, a chronic inflammatory bowel condition.
Net Worth and Business Ventures
As of 2025, MrBeast’s estimated net worth is approximately $1 billion, making him one of the wealthiest content creators globally.
His income streams include:
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YouTube Ad Revenue: From his multiple channels with billions of views.
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Sponsorships and Brand Deals: Collaborations with major brands.
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Merchandise Sales: Including his own line of products.
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MrBeast Burger and Feastables: His food ventures.
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Investments: In various startups and philanthropic projects.
In 2024, Beast Industries, his umbrella company, generated $473 million in revenue and is projected to double that in 2025.
Awards and Recognition
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Forbes’ Highest-Paid YouTube Creator (2024): Ranked first.
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Time’s 100 Most Influential People (2023): Recognized for his impact on digital media.
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Streamy Awards: Creator of the Year (2020, 2021, 2022, 2023).
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Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards: Favorite Male Creator (2022, 2023, 2024).
Note: All information is accurate as of May 2025. For the latest updates, refer to MrBeast’s official social media profiles and reputable news sources.