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By Adenike OtufalePublished 2 years ago 3 min read
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The World's 10 Richest You Tubers

YouTube has completely revolutionized the entertainment landscape on a global scale and paved the way for the rise of mega stars.

At first glance, it may appear effortless – just record something impressive, upload it online, and soon you'll find yourself on YouTube Rewind, right? However, the reality is that becoming a successful YouTuber requires a tremendous amount of hard work, dedication, and creativity. Yet, the rewards can be extraordinary.

Over the past decade, YouTube has given birth to some of the wealthiest new celebrities. But the burning question remains: How much do the biggest YouTubers actually earn?

Today, I've compiled a list of the highest-earning YouTubers currently dominating the platform. It's important to note that the figures mentioned here are solely based on Ad Revenue, as most prominent YouTubers also engage in merchandise sales, brand deals, and various other ventures.

Without further ado, let's dive into the fascinating world of YouTube's top earners!

At number 10, we have Stephen John, whose YouTube channel "Blippi" has become wildly popular, gaining over 184 billion views in just a month. His enthusiasm, energy, and creativity shine through, making educational content entertaining for kids. You can also find his videos on various platforms like Netflix, HBO Max, and Amazon Prime Video, contributing to his net worth of 16 million dollars.

Moving on to number nine, we have David Dobrik, who saw his career take off when Vine shut down, prompting him to switch to YouTube. With over 18 million followers, his main YouTube channel showcases pranks, science experiments, and his lavish lifestyle, accumulating a net worth of 20 million dollars. Ethan Klein, from the channel h3h3productions, shares similar content and financial success.

At number eight, meet James Charles, the renowned makeup vlogger with over 24 million subscribers. His videos amass a staggering 28 billion views in a month, attracting prominent brands and opportunities like becoming the first-ever male Ambassador for Covergirl and collaborations with celebrities like Katy Perry. His net worth stands at an impressive 22 million dollars.

Number seven belongs to Olajide Olatanji, a British internet star whose main channel, KSI, is among the most viewed in the UK, with over 8.9 billion views in a month. Thanks to his musical endeavors and YouTube success, his net worth has reached 25 million dollars.

At number six, we have Jake Paul, known for his appearances on the Disney Channel series "Bizaardvark." He shifted his focus to his brand and YouTube channel, "Jake Paul," leading to a net worth of 30 million dollars. His entertaining and sometimes controversial content attracts a massive audience of 9.1 billion views in a month.

Mark Edward Fischbach, or Markiplier, secures the fifth spot with a gaming channel boasting 34.4 million subscribers and a net worth of 35 million dollars. Daniel Middleton's gaming channel, DanTDM, matches the same net worth and follows closely with 26.3 million subscribers.

Claiming the fourth position is Felix Kjellberg, better known as PewDiePie, the influential Swedish YouTuber with over 111 million subscribers and a net worth of 40 million dollars. Richard Tyler Blevins, also known as Ninja, shares the same net worth with 23.7 million subscribers to his gaming channel.

At number three, we have Logan Paul, who gained popularity and wealth through his YouTube channel with over 23.6 million subscribers, attracting 790 million views in a month. His net worth currently stands at 45 million dollars.

Jimmy Donaldson, widely known as MrBeast, takes the second spot with an astounding 131 million subscribers and a net worth of 100 million dollars. His extreme challenges and engaging content make him one of the ultimate YouTubers.

Finally, at the top spot, we have Jeffrey Lynn Steininger, or Jeffree Star, the world's richest YouTuber with a net worth of 200 million dollars. Promoting his cosmetics line on his YouTube channel, his brand thrived, leading to an opulent lifestyle with luxurious properties, clothes, jewelry, and cars.

The success of these YouTubers shows that the platform can be a highly profitable business.

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