Jimmy Donaldson, better known as MrBeast, is an American YouTuber, entrepreneur, and philanthropist. He was born on May 7, 1998 in Greenville, North Carolina, USA. He is famous for his expensive stunts, viral challenges, and large-scale philanthropy. He is the most-subscribed YouTuber in the world and the first individual creator to surpass 500 million subscribers. MrBeast's net worth is estimated at approximately $2.6 billion. MrBeast's age is 28 years. MrBeast's height is 6 feet 3 inches (191 cm).
He broke the world record for most views in 24 hours on a non-music video. His primary income sources are YouTube monetization, sponsorships, and his various business ventures. He married Thea Booysen in July 2026. He is also known for his philanthropic initiatives, including Team Trees and Beast Philanthropy.
Bio/Wiki
| Real Name | Jimmy Donaldson |
| Also Known As | MrBeast, MrBeast6000 |
| Profession(s) | YouTuber, Entrepreneur, Philanthropist |
| Famous For | Expensive stunts, viral challenges, philanthropy, Team Trees, Feastables |
| Net Worth | ~$2.6 billion (approx. ₹22,000 crore) |
| YouTube Subscribers | 500+ million (main channel) |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 6 feet 3 inches (191 cm / 1.91 m) |
| Eye Colour | Hazel |
| Hair Colour | Dark Brown |
Personal Life
| Date of Birth | May 7, 1998 |
| Age (as of 2026) | 28 Years |
| Birthplace | Greenville, North Carolina, U.S.A. |
| Zodiac Sign | Taurus |
| Nationality | American |
| Marital Status | Married |
| Wife | Thea Booysen (m. July 2026) |
| Education | College dropout (chose YouTube as a full-time career) |
Career
MrBeast was born on May 7, 1998, in Greenville, North Carolina. He was a teenager when he uploaded his first YouTube video. He started his YouTube channel under the username "MrBeast6000" on February 20, 2012. Like many successful entrepreneurs, he is a college dropout because he chose YouTube as his full-time career.
In 2017, after releasing his video "Counting to 10,000," he became popular all over the world. Within a few years, he became the biggest creator in the world. His average YouTube video is viewed more than 20 million times.
He supported PewDiePie during the battle against T-Series, purchasing billboards and radio advertisements to help PewDiePie get more subscribers. MrBeast won the 2020 YouTuber of the Year award and the Breakout Creator award.
He spends a significant amount of his earnings on his YouTube videos. In an episode of the Courage and Nadeshot show, MrBeast revealed that the production cost behind his videos is increasing daily. The most he has spent on a single video is $1.2 million.
MrBeast's YouTube Channels
He has over 10 YouTube channels, where he earns millions of dollars:
- MrBeast (main channel — 500M+ subscribers)
- Beast Philanthropy
- MrBeast Shorts
- MrBeast Gaming
- Beast Reacts
- MrBeast 2
- MrBro
- Beast Music
- MrBeast en Español
- Beast Games
His Accomplishments on YouTube
- Raised $20,000,000 to plant 20,000,000 trees (Team Trees).
- Given millions to charity.
- Donated over 100 cars.
- Gave away a private island.
- Given away over 100 PS4s.
- Gave away $1 million in one video.
- Counted to 100,000.
- Read the dictionary.
- Watched "Dance Till You're Dead" for 10 hours.
- Read the Bee Movie script.
- Read the longest English word.
- Watched paint dry.
- Ubered across America.
- Ran a marathon in the world's largest shoes.
- Adopted every dog in a shelter.
Social Media Presence
MrBeast is the most-subscribed YouTuber in the world and has a massive following across all social media platforms. He became the first individual creator to surpass 500 million subscribers on YouTube. He uses his platforms to promote his videos, philanthropy initiatives, and business ventures.
| YouTube | ~500+ million subscribers (@MrBeast) — as of 2026 |
| ~89+ million followers (@mrbeast) | |
| X (Twitter) | ~40+ million followers (@MrBeast) |
| TikTok | ~120+ million followers (@mrbeast) |
Note: Social media follower counts change frequently. The figures above are approximate and reflect publicly available data at the time of writing (2026).
MrBeast Net Worth Breakdown
| Net Worth | ~$2.6 billion (approx. ₹22,000 crore) |
| 2026 Earnings (Forbes) | ~$300 million |
| Beast Industries Valuation | ~$5 billion |
| Primary Income Sources | YouTube monetization, sponsorships, Feastables, Beast Industries |
| Highest Video Budget | ~$1.2 million |
Relationships & Family
| Marital Status | Married |
| Wife | Thea Booysen (m. July 2026) |
| Marriage Venue | British Virgin Islands |
Some Lesser Known Facts About MrBeast
- His real name is Jimmy Donaldson.
- He started his YouTube channel on February 20, 2012.
- He is a college dropout.
- He broke the world record for most views in 24 hours on a non-music video.
- He is the most-subscribed YouTuber in the world.
- He was the first individual creator to surpass 500 million subscribers on YouTube.
- He supported PewDiePie in the battle against T-Series.
- He won the 2020 YouTuber of the Year award.
- He spent $1.2 million on a single video.
- He married Thea Booysen in July 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is MrBeast's net worth?
MrBeast's net worth is estimated at approximately $2.6 billion. His primary income comes from YouTube monetization, sponsorships, and his business ventures.
What is MrBeast's age?
MrBeast is 28 years old as of 2026. He was born on May 7, 1998.
What is MrBeast's real name?
MrBeast's real name is Jimmy Donaldson.
What is MrBeast's height?
MrBeast is approximately 6 feet 3 inches (191 cm or 1.91 m) tall.
Who is MrBeast's wife?
MrBeast is married to Thea Booysen, a South African author and streamer. They married in July 2026 in the British Virgin Islands.
Where was MrBeast born?
MrBeast was born on May 7, 1998 in Greenville, North Carolina, U.S.A.
What is MrBeast famous for?
MrBeast is famous for his expensive stunts, viral challenges, and philanthropy. He is the most-subscribed YouTuber in the world with over 500 million subscribers.
How many followers does MrBeast have on social media?
MrBeast has approximately 500+ million subscribers on YouTube, 89+ million on Instagram, 40+ million on X, and 120+ million on TikTok (as of 2026). Follower counts change frequently.
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