A Decade-Long Dream Realized
YouTube sensation MrBeast, aka Jimmy Donaldson, has officially smashed another record—400 million subscribers on his main YouTube channel. The creator celebrated the milestone on X (formerly Twitter), thanking fans while reflecting on his journey from obscurity to global fame.
“400,000,000 subscribers! A decade ago, everyone told me I’d never make it. I told my mom I’d rather be homeless than do anything else.”
From Small Beginnings to Internet Giant
MrBeast first joined YouTube in 2012, experimenting with gaming videos and quirky content. His viral “counting to 100,000” video in 2017 (now with over 32 million views) marked the start of a legendary run of challenges, philanthropy, and creative stunts.
Over time, his content evolved into million-dollar giveaways, record-setting competitions, and social impact projects, earning him not only subscribers but a loyal global fanbase.
Outpacing the Giants
MrBeast’s 400 million milestone puts him far ahead of previous titans like:
- T-Series – 295 million subscribers
- PewDiePie – 110 million subscribers
In 2024, he officially overtook T-Series, becoming the most subscribed YouTube channel ever.
Beast Games & Controversies
In 2024, MrBeast launched Beast Games, a 10-episode series on Amazon Prime Video inspired by Squid Game, featuring 1,000 contestants and a $5 million prize. The show gained massive attention—but not without criticism.
A lawsuit followed, claiming unsafe filming conditions and unpaid labor. MrBeast responded:
“We have tons of behind-the-scenes footage to prove these claims were blown out of proportion.”
Despite mixed reviews (5.7 on IMDb and 20% on Rotten Tomatoes), the show sparked discussions on ethics in reality entertainment.
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The Power of Purpose
Grateful for his audience, MrBeast shared:
“The greatest gift in life is being able to wake up every day with a purpose. Thanks to YouTube and you guys, I have that.”
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