Table of Contents
- Biography
- Early Life & Education
- Career
- Awards & Nominations
- Social Media
- Personal Life
- Net Worth
Biography
Karl Thomas Jacobs (born July 19, 1998), previously known as GamerBoyKarl, is a celebrated Twitch streamer and YouTuber hailing from the United States. He has garnered immense popularity for his role in MrBeast‘s on-screen cast and enthralling Minecraft content.
Furthermore, Karl Jacobs has expanded his creative horizons by crafting the captivating anthology series ‘Tales from the SMP‘ set within the Dream SMP universe.
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FACTS & ABOUT DATA
- Full Name: Karl Thomas Jacobs
- Stage Name: Karl Jacobs, GamerBoyKarl
- Born: 19 July 1998 (age 25 years old)
- Place of Birth: United States
- Nationality: American
- Education: Portland Community College
- Height: 1.8 m
- Parents: Mr. & Mrs. Jacobs
- Siblings: Corry Jacobs, Sean Jacobs
- Spouse: Not Married
- Girlfriend • Partner: N/A
- Children: N/A
- Occupation: YouTuber • Internet Personality
- Net Worth: $1 million-$5 million
Early Life & Education
Karl Jacobs, a highly acclaimed Twitch streamer and YouTuber, hails from North Carolina in the United States. Born on July 19, 1998, he is of English and German heritage.
Although little is known about his parents’ identities in the public eye, they can be referred to as Mr. and Mrs. Jacobs for convenience.
Karl Jacobs also has a brother named Corry Jacobs and a sister named Sean Jacobs, who are part of his family dynamic. Before embarking on his successful career in the digital realm, Karl diligently pursued his education at Fort Dorchester High School and graduated in 2016. Subsequently, he enrolled at Portland Community College and dedicated two years to pursuing multimedia studies.
Career
Starting his career in 2017, Karl Jacobs initiated his journey by streaming Roblox on Twitch under the pseudonym GamerBoyKarl. Two years later, he secured a position as a video editor for the well-known YouTuber MR BRO or CjTheseDays. Afterward, Jacobs transitioned to becoming a cameraman for Mr. Bro‘s brother, the renowned YouTuber MrBeast. Eventually, he became an integral part of MrBeast‘s on-screen cast.
It was during an episode of MrBeast Gaming that Karl Jacobs had an encounter with Dream, a popular Minecraft YouTuber. Subsequently, Dream invited Jacobs to join his server, the Dream SMP.
Since his rise to fame, Karl Jacobs has amassed a staggering 4.22 million subscribers on YouTube, solidifying his position as a beloved and popular figure on the platform. Renowned for his captivating and entertaining personality, he consistently delivers content that captivates his audience.
His videos are a delightful mix of challenges, pranks, and daring stunts that keep viewers eagerly awaiting each new upload. In addition to his endeavors, Karl Jacobs showcases his camaraderie and chemistry with fellow YouTubers Sapnap and GeorgeNotFound as they co-host the highly acclaimed Banter podcast. With an ever-growing fan base, Jacobs brings joy and excitement through his creative ventures on YouTube.
Awards & Nominations
- 11th Streamy Awards (2021) for Breakout Creator
- The Game Awards 2022 (2022) for Content Creator of the Year
Social Media
- YouTube channel: Karl
- Instagram handle: Karl Jacobs (@karljacobs)
- Facebook: Karl Jacobs
- Tiktok handle: Karl (@karljacobs)
- Twitch handle: karljacobs
Personal Life
Karl Jacobs, 25, is currently not in a romantic relationship and has not shared any details about his previous relationships or dating experiences with the public.
However, he has openly acknowledged that he is on the asexual spectrum and experiences little to no sexual attraction towards others. Karl Jacobs is not married but claims to have a child.
Net Worth
Karl Jacobs‘ estimated net worth fell from $1 million to $5 million. His YouTube channel, which boasts a subscriber count of over 4.22 million, is his primary income source.
Karl also generates revenue from his Twitch streaming platform, where he has amassed a following of over 3.52 million. As a member of the MrBeast crew, he earns commissions from selling MrBeast‘s merchandise and operates his merchandise line.
