About
Felix Kjellberg, better known as PewDiePie, is a Swedish YouTuber, comedian, and internet personality. He rose to fame through his Let's Play videos and comedic content, becoming one of the most recognizable and influential figures on YouTube. With over 110 million subscribers, his channel has garnered billions of views, establishing him as a pioneer in the online video entertainment industry. His influence extends beyond gaming, encompassing vlogs, animations, and commentary on internet culture.
Before Fame
Before achieving internet stardom, Kjellberg attended the Chalmers University of Technology, studying industrial economics and technology management. However, he dropped out in 2011 to pursue his passion for creating online content. This decision marked the beginning of his journey to becoming one of the world's most successful YouTubers.
Career Highlights
PewDiePie's career is marked by numerous milestones. He won the Most Popular Gaming Web Star at the 2014 Teen Choice Awards and was included in Time Magazine's list of The World's 100 Most Influential People in 2016. His impact on internet culture is undeniable, with his videos often shaping trends and influencing online discourse. Beyond his main channel, he released a parody self-help book called 'This Book Loves You' in 2015. In 2016, he released a series of videos titled 'Scare PewDiePie' where he was put in real life scary situations based on video games. In October 2018, he released a music video for his song 'Bitch Lasagna', which became the most viewed video on his YouTube channel.
Trivia
- He has used his internet popularity to raise funds for charities such as the World Wildlife Foundation and St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
- He released a parody self-help book called 'This Book Loves You' in 2015.
- In 2016, he released a series of videos titled 'Scare PewDiePie' where he was put in real life scary situations based on video games.
- His song 'Bitch Lasagna' became the most viewed video on his YouTube channel in 2018.
Family Life
Born to Lotta Kristine Johanna and Ulf Christian Kjellberg, PewDiePie was raised alongside his sister, Fanny. He began a relationship with Marzia Kjellberg in 2011, eventually moving to Italy to live with her and their two pugs. The couple got engaged on April 27, 2018, and married in August 2019. They welcomed their first child, Björn, in July 2023.
