Who is Luke Nichols? Outdoor Boys creator steps away from YouTube
Image credits: X/@Schmutz_7R
While Instagram and TikTok have their own leagues,
YouTube
content creators are one of the most followed people on social media platforms, so much so that people are waiting to see their videos, no matter how long.
In the fast-paced digital space, that means a lot.
So when fans hear that one of their favourite and most popular YouTubers has announced retirement, it is bound to make headlines.
Luke Nichols
, creator of the popular YouTube channel
Outdoor Boys
has decided to step away from the world of content creation after a decade of a career in the field. The YouTuber who is followed by fans for his wilderness and family adventure videos, began the channel in May 2015 and over the years, he garnered over 15.1 million subscribers and more than 2 billion views.
Who is Luke Nichols?
Image credits: YouTube/@OutdoorBoys
Nichols was born in Anchorage, Alaska, in 1978 and developed a deep love and adoration for the outdoors during his childhood in the wild Alaskan outdoors. The practising lawyer later decided to share this love with others in the form of his YouTube channel, Outdoor Boys, where he posted family-centric videos with his wife, Rebecca Nichols and their three sons.
In 2013, he began his first YouTube channel "Catfish and Carp" where he shared videos on fishing tips and tutorials.
by Taboola
by Taboola
Sponsored Links
Sponsored Links
Promoted Links
Promoted Links
You May Like
Explore Big Sky Vacation Deals Today
PopularSearches | Search Ads
Learn More
Undo
He got his first silver button between a few years of starting the channel.
In 2017, he started "Outdoor Boys" so that he could share videos on his family adventures, survival challenges and creative projects that engaged larger audiences.
Luke Nichols announces retirement
Image credits: YouTube/@OutdoorBoys
On May 17, the creator, who is also a practising criminal defense attorney, posted a video on his channel titled "Goodbye". In the video, Nichols cited his reasons for leaving social media life as the increasing time and energy the work takes and also the increasing attention he and his family have been receiving, which has been hampering their privacy.
He shared how his YouTube videos were picked by people and shared on other platforms, which has gained him so many views that he and his family are recognised in public with people approaching to get a picture or have a conversation with him.
Thus, he emphasised pausing things at this stage, before the situation became unmanageable.
What will Luke Nichols do now?
Along with spending time with his wife and kids, he aims to support and groom his three sons, who all want to become YouTubers. He specifically wants to focus on helping his oldest son, Tom, grow his YouTube channel,
Outdoor Tom
, and prepare him for adulthood.
He shared that he had some half-finished videos like some homestead projects, travel adventures and some extreme camping trips he had been planning for the past six months, whose videos he will be sharing together at the end of the year. For the foreseeable future, the goodbye video is the Outdoor Boys' last video on the channel.
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
India.com
an hour ago
- India.com
Meet Raj Shamani: Podcaster Who Overcame Stage Fear, Recently Interviewed Vijay Mallya, Now Earns Over Rs 50 Crore – Check His Net Worth
photoDetails english 2912978 One might be living under a rock if they haven't seen podcaster Raj Shamani's recent interview with Vijay Mallya. The episode made headlines, marking one of Mallya's rare public appearances in years. Updated:Jun 08, 2025, 04:15 PM IST Who Is Raj Shamani? 1 / 7 Raj Shamani is a popular podcaster and entrepreneur who has interviewed several influential personalities, including Vijay Mallya. Born in July 1997, he commands a massive presence on social media and has become one of India's most followed content creators. Massive Popularity 2 / 7 Raj Shamani has garnered over 8 billion views across platforms and has millions of subscribers. His interview guests have included big names like Lalit Modi, Karan Johar, Aamir Khan, and Vijay Mallya. From Financial Struggles to Building His Own Empire 3 / 7 At the age of 16, Raj had to step up after his father suffered a diabetic attack. He began supporting his family's struggling business and sold products under his own brand, Jadugar Drop, contributing to Shamani Industries. Battling Public Speaking Fears 4 / 7 Despite being a public figure today, Raj has openly spoken about his fear of public speaking. His journey from stage fright to delivering TEDx talks and addressing global forums is remarkable. Content Creation Journey 5 / 7 Raj began by sharing motivational content. In 2021, he launched the Figuring Out podcast, which has since become a major hit. As of July 2024, he boasts 3.77 million YouTube subscribers and 2.6 million Instagram followers. Net Worth and Income 6 / 7 Raj Shamani has built a business empire beyond podcasting. His estimated net worth is Rs 91 crore (approximately $11 million). He earns over Rs 20 lakh annually from YouTube ad revenue alone and runs multiple ventures including Shamani Industries and House of X, a D2C-enabler platform for creators. According to a report by Times Now, Raj's monthly income exceeds Rs 1 crore, with an estimated annual income of Rs 15 crore. Other Achievements 7 / 7 Raj's achievements are as impressive as his rise: Youngest Indian speaker at the United Nations Youth Assembly 4× TEDx speaker Featured in Forbes India, Entrepreneur, and Business World Founder of House of X, collaborating with brands like CRED, CoinDCX, and Groww
Time of India
3 hours ago
- Time of India
Aamir Khan shares 'Sitaare Zameen Par' OTT release update; reveals why movie might not perform at 'box office'
Aamir Khan has revealed that Sitaare Zameen Par, his upcoming sports comedy-drama, will release only in theatres with no plans for an OTT or YouTube release. In a recent interview, he admitted he is unsure if the film will succeed at the box office, calling it "ill-timed" as only action films seem to be working currently. Despite being happy with the film's emotional and inspiring story, Khan said he remains anxious about its commercial performance. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads No OTT or YouTube Release Planned Sitaare Zameen Par Story Khan's Longstanding Struggle with Timing Ahead of the theatrical release of Sitaare Zameen Par on June 20, Aamir Khan has openly expressed doubts about whether the film will perform well at the box office. In an interview with Baradwaj Rangan on Galatta Plus, the actor spoke candidly about how uncertain he feels, given the current market trend where action films dominate ticket described the timing of Sitaare Zameen Par as 'completely ill-timed,' noting that his film, a sports comedy-drama, enters cinemas during a period when audiences seem solely interested in action-heavy content. He admitted, 'My film is a comedy, but right now only the action is working,' and reflected on how this mismatch has happened before in his career, such as with Ghajini, which was released when action films weren't also cleared the air on speculation that Sitaare Zameen Par may be released on streaming platforms or even on YouTube. Dismissing these rumours, he confirmed that the film is a theatrical-only release. Viewers who miss catching it on the big screen, he hinted, might not get another chance. The actor emphasised that there are currently no plans to distribute the film on OTT platforms, making the theatre experience a one-time opportunity for by RS Prasanna and produced under Aamir Khan Productions, the film tells the story of a disgraced former basketball coach, played by Khan, who is compelled by the court to train a group of individuals on the autism spectrum. This unexpected journey, which starts off as punishment, gradually becomes a meaningful and emotional transformation for the coach and his Deshmukh plays the female lead, adding a romantic subplot to the narrative. The ensemble also features ten newcomers: Aroush Datta, Gopi Krishna Varma, Samvit Desai, Vedant Sharma, Ayush Bhansali, Ashish Pendse, Rishi Shahani, Rishabh Jain, Naman Mishra, and Simran Mangeshkar. With lyrics by Amitabh Bhattacharya and music by Shankar–Ehsaan–Loy, the film is expected to blend heartwarming themes with humour and expressing pride in the final product, Aamir remained realistic about its prospects. He said he is happy with what the team has created but admitted he has 'no idea' how the audience will receive it. Citing a recurring issue throughout his career, he remarked that his films often release at the wrong time. 'The last 12 films have been action and blockbusters,' he noted, underscoring his worry that Sitaare Zameen Par might get overshadowed despite being a 'heartwarming and beautiful story.'
Hindustan Times
3 hours ago
- Hindustan Times
Shoaib Ibrahim shares first glimpse of wife Dipika Kakar from hospital bed after her liver cancer surgery
Actor Shoaib Ibrahim has posted the first picture with his wife Dipika Kakar after her stage two liver cancer surgery. Dipika recently underwent a 14-hour-long surgery. Taking to his Instagram Stories, Shoaib shared a photo with Dipika from the hospital bed. (Also Read | 'Liver ka kuch portion cut kiya hai tumour ke saath': Shoaib Ibrahim shares update on Dipika Kakar's cancer surgery) In the picture, Dipika and Shoaib's hands were visible holding envelopes. She lay in the bed while Shoaib sat near her. Sharing the photo, Shoaib wrote, "Dipi aur mere liye papa ki taraf se eidi aayee (Eidi for me and Dipika from dad) (red heart emoji). Eid Mubarak (hug face emoji)." Shoaib has been sharing videos and giving fans updates about Dipika's health and how the family is doing. Recently, on his YouTube channel, Shoaib shared a seven-minute-long video saying that Dipika was recovering in the hospital. He told fans that the surgery started in the morning and ended just before midnight. He also talked about how long Dipika would need to stay in the hospital. "She will stay here for three to five days, as advised by doctors. The surgery was was in OT for 14 hours. Woh bahut hi mushkil ek waqt tha (It was a difficult time)," Shoaib added. Shoaib added that during the surgery, Dipika's gall bladder as well as a small portion of her liver were removed. "Her tumour was taken out nicely. The gall bladder was also taken out after surgery because of a stone. Because the liver had a tumour, some portion, a small percentage of it, was also cut. There is nothing to stress about it since the liver is an organ that regenerates itself," he had added. Earlier, Dipika had, on her Instagram, shared that she was diagnosed with stage 2 liver cancer. She had added that it was a "tennis ball-sized tumour".
