MrBeast Hits 500 Million Subscribers, Becomes First YouTuber to Reach Milestone

YouTuber MrBeast has shattered another record, officially becoming the first individual creator on the platform to amass 500 million subscribers. The American personality, whose real name is Jimmy Donaldson, has solidified his status as a global internet phenomenon.

Donaldson, 28, began his YouTube journey in 2012 at the age of 13. Over the years, he has transformed from an unknown creator into one of the most powerful influencers worldwide. He previously became the most subscribed individual creator in 2022 and has continued to set new benchmarks.

MrBeast is renowned for his high-stakes challenge videos, including his viral "$456,000 Squid Game In Real Life!" recreation, which is nearing one billion views. To celebrate this latest achievement, YouTube CEO Neal Mohan personally delivered a one-of-a-kind custom Play Button award, crafted with crystal, symbolizing MrBeast's unparalleled subscriber count.