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Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Who is MrBeast's fiancé and to be-wife Thea Booysen? She is a gamer, scholar, and author
Jimmy Donaldson, widely recognized as MrBeast and one of the most successful YouTubers in the world, is no longer single. In January, he made his relationship status public by announcing his engagement to his longtime partner, Thea Booysen . The news delighted fans and followers who had been curious about the personal life of the digital content mogul known for his philanthropic stunts and jaw-dropping videos. Despite his reputation for massive giveaways and expensive productions, Donaldson lightheartedly admitted through a social media post that his liquid assets were quite limited. To fund his upcoming wedding, he mentioned turning to his mother for help. His financial situation, however, is far from dire. Rather than accumulating wealth in traditional ways, Donaldson has poured most of his earnings into scaling up his content creation efforts and investing in numerous business ventures, leaving him with relatively little cash on hand but a vast empire in the digital and entrepreneurial world. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Play War Thunder now for free War Thunder Play Now Undo Donaldson proposed to Booysen during the holiday season, choosing Christmas Day as the special moment to ask her to marry him. The couple is planning an intimate ceremony, possibly on a secluded island, away from the public eye and media frenzy that typically surrounds them. Their journey as a couple began in 2022 when Donaldson visited South Africa. During that trip, he attended a dinner organized by a mutual acquaintance who also invited Booysen. The two hit it off during that meeting, sparking a connection that quickly blossomed into a relationship. Their bond grew steadily, and within a few months, they were seen together at the Kids' Choice Awards in April 2022, making their relationship public. Who Is Thea Booysen? Thea Booysen is a prominent content creator in her own right. Originally from South Africa, she has built a reputation as an esports analyst and digital entertainer, using the alias 'TheaBeasty' in the gaming world. Her journey in the gaming industry started back in 2016, when she began streaming strategy-based card games on platforms like Twitch and YouTube. She is also part of the leadership team at Nixuh, a South African esports organization. An Illustrious Academic Background Booysen's accomplishments extend beyond the digital realm. She has an impressive academic background. In 2022, she earned a law degree and an honors degree in psychology from Stellenbosch University. Two years later, in November 2024, she completed her master's degree in neuropsychology from the University of Edinburgh in Scotland. Celebrating this academic milestone, she shared a picture of herself with Donaldson, marking the occasion. Alongside her gaming and academic pursuits, Booysen is also a writer. She published her first young adult fiction book, The Marked Children, in 2022. The story was a labor of love she began crafting during her school days, showcasing her creative spirit and storytelling talent. Together, MrBeast and Thea Booysen represent a modern digital-age power couple, united not only by affection but also by shared ambition and individual brilliance.
Mint
2 days ago
- Business
- Mint
Billionaire MrBeast says he is borrowing money from mother for his wedding; social media reacts, ‘Hope this is a joke'
Famous YouTuber MrBeast says he doesn't have much personal money. The billionaire influencer, whose real name is Jimmy Donaldson, shared on X (formerly Twitter) that he has asked his mother for money to help pay for his upcoming wedding. 'I personally have very little money because I reinvest everything (I think this year we'll spend around a quarter of a billion on content),' he wrote on X. 'Ironically i'm actually borrowing $ from my mom to pay for my upcoming wedding lol. But sure, on paper the businesses I own are worth a lot,' he added. Social media users reacted to his post. One X user wrote, 'Built an empire, spends hundreds of millions on content, and still keeps it humble with mom's help for the wedding. Absolute legend.' 'But the money you're borrowing from your mom you probably gave her,' commented an X user. 'I hope this is a joke. No one, except a 10-year-old, believes any of this,' wrote another. Another reacted, 'Who cares how much you have in cash. net worth is the only thing that matters. cash has almost no intrinsic value.' The popular YouTuber is all set to get married to South African content creator Thea Booysen. MrBeast met her in 2022. MrBeast proposed to Booysen on Christmas Day 2024. "In my mind, we're already married. We're already on the same page. We talk about children, how we're going to live together when we're 70 years old … this was just another step in the process," Booysen told PEOPLE. According to MrBeast, he reinvests most of his earnings into making videos. He is expected to spend nearly $250 million on content this year. MrBeast runs many ventures like his show Beast Games and his chocolate brand Feastables. According to Celebrity Net Worth, MrBeast's net worth has hit $1 billion. He has become the only billionaire under 30 who didn't inherit his wealth. The 27-year-old is also the eighth youngest billionaire in the world. After meeting once, MrBeast and Thea Booysen began chatting online. He flew back to South Africa just to see her again. They started dating soon after and made their first public appearance in April 2022. Booysen, who spends half her year in the US and the other in South Africa, now lives with MrBeast and their adopted dog. She's an esports commentator and content creator known as TheaBeasty. A law and psychology graduate, she also completed her master's in neuropsychology in 2024. Booysen, a published author, wrote her first novel The Marked Children over seven years.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Billionaire YouTuber MrBeast is borrowing money for his wedding; Find out why
Billionaire YouTuber Jimmy Donaldson , known online as MrBeast , has revealed that he is borrowing money from his mother to fund his upcoming wedding to fellow content creator Thea Booysen . He has an estimated net worth of $1 billion. Donaldson explained that he has little personal cash due to heavy reinvestment into his business ventures. In a post on X on June 1, Donaldson addressed a comment describing him as 'the only billionaire under 30 to have not inherited his wealth.' He clarified, 'I have very little money because I reinvest everything (I think this year we'll spend around a quarter of a billion on content).' He humorously added, 'Ironically, I'm borrowing $ from my mom to pay for my upcoming wedding lol.' He concluded, 'But sure, on paper the businesses I ... .' Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Villa For Sale in Dubai Might Surprise You Villas in Dubai | Search ads Learn More Undo Donaldson's business endeavors include the popular competition series Beast Games, which awarded its first season winner $10 million, and his ethical snack company, Feastables. He has also been vocal about the impact of tariffs on production costs, particularly concerning his chocolate brand. Live Events However, Donaldson has faced legal challenges. In May, the Mexican government ... his video "I Explored 200 ... alleging misuse of archaeological sites for commercial purposes. The government claimed that while Donaldson's team had a filming permit, they did not have authorization for commercial use. Donaldson's spokesperson denied the allegations, stating that the video aimed to highlight the Mayan sites and that no advertisement material was shot on archaeological sites. Additionally, in September 2024, five contestants from "Beast Games" filed a lawsuit alleging mistreatment and misconduct during the production. Donaldson's company responded by acknowledging complications during the shoot, including extreme weather and logistical issues, and stated that they are reviewing the situation and have communicated with the majority of participants to gather feedback. Despite these controversies, Donaldson and Booysen are planning a private wedding, emphasizing intimacy over extravagance. Donaldson wanted to celebrate with close friends and family, stating, 'This will definitely be more family and ... .' Booysen added that they are considering an island location to ensure privacy. The couple met in 2022 during Donaldson's visit to Booysen's home country, South Africa, and have been together ever since.
Eyewitness News
20-05-2025
- Eyewitness News
WC High Court told cellphone evidence against Jerome Booysen could have been manipulated
CAPE TOWN - A defence attorney today told the Western Cape High Court cellphone evidence against alleged underworld gang boss Jerome 'Donkie' Booysen could have been manipulated. Booysen and 12 others face a slew of charges related to the murder of 'Steroid king' Brian Wainstein, who was shot dead in 2017. Legal teams are arguing in a trial-within-a-trial to determine whether the cellphone evidence can be used as evidence against the accused. Defence attorney Amanda Nel, who represents Booysen on Tuesday, told the court cellphone evidence extracted from her client's phone could have been manipulated. READ: Trial-within-a-trial in trial of Jerome 'Donkie' Booysen and others continues Nel questioned a crime intelligence captain -- who can only be identified as 'Mr Y' -about his role in extracting 38 calls from Booysen's cellphone at the time Brian Wainstein was murdered in 2017. Nel put it to Mr Y that the recordings could have been altered when they exchanged hands during the processing of the evidence. "So in a nutshell, that memory stick is never sealed at any stage that you know of?" Mister Y: "Not that I'm aware of." Mr Y told the court he would not be able to say whether the content of the recordings were altered before being presented as evidence against the accused.
Newsweek
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
MrBeast's Fiancée Makes Rare Comment About Him
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. MrBeast's fiancée Thea Booysen made a rare comment about him on social media following their recent trip to Mexico. The Context MrBeast—whose real name is James "Jimmy" Donaldson—is a popular YouTuber with 393 million subscribers on the platform. In addition to YouTube, he also boasts 115.3 million followers on TikTok, 70.1 million followers on Instagram and 32.5 million followers on X, formerly Twitter. In 2022, Forbes reported the 27-year-old could become the world's "first YouTuber billionaire" with an annual income of $54 million and a net worth of $500 million. Donaldson began his content creation career in 2012 by posting gaming videos. Five years later, he went viral for uploading a nearly 24-hour-long clip of himself titled "I Counted To 100,000!" These days, the Kansas native is known for his over-the-top challenges, large giveaways, and philanthropic endeavors. On January 1, Donaldson announced his engagement to Booysen. "So I kinda did a thing..," he wrote at the time, alongside a photo of his proposal and a picture of Booysen's engagement ring. Currently, the post has 63.2 million views. MrBeast and Thea Booysen attend the 11th Breakthrough Prize ceremony at the Barker Hangar on April 5, 2025 in Santa Monica, California. MrBeast and Thea Booysen attend the 11th Breakthrough Prize ceremony at the Barker Hangar on April 5, 2025 in Santa Monica, Breakthrough Prize What To Know On Saturday, Booysen spoke out about Donaldson on social media. "I got to explore Ancient Mayan temples in Mexico with Jimmy! We saw some incredible things," the fellow content creator wrote via Instagram. "Go check out his video." "It was SO fun exploring ancient Mayan ruins in Mexico. Will show some cool stuff I caught on camera next week!" she said in a separate note on X. Donaldson also shared a photo with Booysen from their trip and wrote, "We explored dozens of 2,000 year old ancient temples in the new video to see what's inside. One of my favorite vids :D." Newsweek reached out to Donaldson's representative via email for further comment. The couple explored the country while Donaldson filmed his latest YouTube video: "I Survived 100 Hours In An Ancient Temple." As it stands, the clip already has 43.8 million views on YouTube and is quickly rising. Following its release, Donaldson wrote on X: "I remember when videos used to get 37 views in a day not 37 million. I appreciate everyone that watches the videos and just know I would personally thank each of you if it was physically possible." Prior to Booysen's latest posts, she last posted about Donaldson on Instagram and X on April 7. On Instagram, she shared photos of the pair together at the 2025 Breakthrough Prize ceremony, and on X, she promoted his Beast Philanthropy video, "Rescuing Child Slaves in Africa." What People Are Saying Booysen shared further details about their trip in the comments of her post on X. Referring to the couple's recent trip to Egypt, X user @lordsp asked: "What is the most similar and less similar thing youve seen from being inside those in Egypt and these ones?" In response, Booysen—who has a master's degree in neuropsychology—said, "Most similar: the weird fact that both feel abandoned and modern people in both regions haven't replicated those structures since. Least similar: These temples are filled with paintings and statues, etc. The pyramids were completely empty (likely raided or never had art in it to begin with)." @observadorcity wrote: "What did you have to do to go up? The government has forbidden it since some years. There are videos of tourist going up the Chichén Itzá temple and the Police goes up to bring them down and the people shout and throw stones." Booysen replied, "We didn't go up! It's seen as disrespectful to the locals. Instead we went into the Calakmul temples and some other spots around Mexico." Additionally, Donaldson commented on Booysen's most recent Instagram post: "Cutie," he said. What Happens Next It's unclear if Donaldson and Booysen have set a wedding date yet.
