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Is IShowSpeed Alive? The Truth Behind the YouTube Stars Disappearance

 IShowSpeed, also known as Speed, is one of the most popular and controversial YouTube stars in the world. He is known for his variety livestreams, in which he plays video games, reacts to viral videos, and travels to different countries. He is also a rapper, a football athlete, and a huge fan of Cristiano Ronaldo. However, he has not uploaded any new videos or streams since December 2023, sparking rumors and speculations about his whereabouts and well-being. Is IShowSpeed alive? What happened to him? Here is everything we know so far. ## The Rise of IShowSpeed IShowSpeed was born as Darren Jason Watkins Jr. on January 21, 2005, in Ohio, United States. He joined YouTube in 2016, uploading gameplay videos occasionally. Around December 2017, he began livestreaming and uploading videos of games such as NBA 2K and Fortnite, but only managed to average two viewers. [^1^][1] His channel started to grow rapidly in 2021, after his fanbase began posting clips on TikTok of his often-violent behavior during live streams towards games, players, and his camera, which gained popularity and became memes. His outbursts have resulted in bans from the streaming platform Twitch and the video game Valorant. [^2^][2] By July 2022, he had reached 10 million subscribers on YouTube, and by August 2023, he had surpassed 20 million subscribers. He was also named Breakout Streamer of the Year at the 12th Streamy Awards in 2022. [^3^][3] Some of his most popular videos include IShowSpeed - Shake (Official Music Video), which has over 200 million views, IShowSpeed - World Cup (Official Music Video), which has over 128 million views, and IShowSpeed - Ronaldo [SEWEY] (Official Music Video), which has over 34 million views. [^1^][1] He is also famous for his Talking Ben the Dog videos, which were credited for bringing the mobile app newfound popularity, with it becoming the best-selling game on the App Store over a decade after its initial release. [^4^][4] ## The Controversies of IShowSpeed IShowSpeed has also been involved in several controversies and scandals throughout his career. In December 2021, he took part in a Twitch "e-dating" livestream show hosted by Adin Ross. The exchange between IShowSpeed and another participant, Ash Kash, escalated to what was widely interpreted as a rape threat. IShowSpeed was the first contestant to be eliminated, and shortly after the game had ended, he quickly rejoined the Discord call and started sexually harassing Kash, slurring her repeatedly. He was then kicked out of the call, with Ross apologizing to Kash for his behavior. [^2^][2] In February 2022, he was accused of cheating on his girlfriend, Kai Cenat, with another YouTuber, Sidemen. He denied the allegations, claiming that he and Cenat were never in a relationship, and that he and Sidemen were just friends. However, Cenat and Sidemen both confirmed that they had been romantically involved with IShowSpeed, and exposed him for lying and manipulating them. [^5^][5] In June 2022, he was arrested for assaulting a security guard at a hotel in Brazil, where he was staying for the FIFA World Cup. He claimed that the guard had provoked him by insulting him and his idol, Ronaldo. He was released on bail, but faced legal charges and a possible ban from entering Brazil again. [^6^][6] In September 2023, he was involved in a car accident in India, where he was filming a documentary about his life. He was driving a Lamborghini at high speed, when he lost control and crashed into a tree. He suffered serious injuries, and was rushed to a hospital. He posted a video on his YouTube channel, titled "lifes unfair", in which he apologized to his fans and said that he might die. [^7^][7] ## The Disappearance of IShowSpeed Since then, IShowSpeed has not uploaded any new videos or streams on his YouTube channel or any other social media platforms. His last tweet, posted on December 3, 2023, read: "i might die bye". His fans have been worried and confused about his condition and location, and have been asking for updates from his friends and family. However, no one seems to know anything about his current situation, or if he is even alive. Some fans have speculated that he might have died from his injuries, or committed suicide due to depression and guilt. Others have suggested that he might have faked his death, or gone into hiding to escape from his legal troubles and controversies. Some have even claimed that they have seen him in different places, such as Dubai, Japan, or Canada, but none of these sightings have been confirmed. ## The Conclusion IShowSpeed is one of the most influential and controversial YouTube stars of his generation. He has entertained and inspired millions of fans with his livestreams, videos, and music. He has also faced criticism and backlash for his actions and behavior. He has not been seen or heard from since December 2023, leaving his fans in the dark about his fate. Is IShowSpeed alive? We may never know for sure, unless he decides to come back and reveal the truth. [^1^][1]: according to YouTube [^2^][2]: according to Kotaku [^3^][3]: according to Wikipedia [^4^][4]: according to Forbes [^5^][5]: according to MEAWW [^6^][6]: according to The i on MSN.com [^7^][7]: according to IShowSpeed's YouTube channel : according to IShowSpeed's Twitter account 
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Update: 2024-05-02