MrBeast on YouTube

Jimmy Donaldson, known as MrBeast, the most popular YouTuber with 308 million subscribers, is facing significant backlash due to multiple controversies. Allegations include his awareness of inappropriate messages sent by former collaborator Ava Kris Tyson to a minor, unsafe working conditions on his new Amazon Prime Video show, and resurfaced racist and homophobic remarks. Donaldson has publicly stated he was unaware of Tyson's misconduct and has apologized for his past comments. Despite the controversies, he has gained around 3 million subscribers since late July and his $100 million Amazon series continues filming. Major sponsors like Samsung and Niantic have not issued statements regarding the backlash, and experts suggest that prominent creators often evade accountability due to their influence. The scrutiny marks a notable shift in the perception of his previously family-friendly brand.