Jake Joseph Paul, born January 17, 1997, is an American YouTuber, actor, and professional boxer.
He gained fame on Vine before transitioning to YouTube, where he has amassed millions of subscribers.
As a boxer, he has a record of 8 wins and 1 loss, with notable victories over fighters like Tyron Woodley and Anderson Silva.
Siblings
Jake has one sibling, an older brother named Logan Paul, born on April 1, 1995.
Both brothers rose to fame through social media platforms, particularly Vine and YouTube, and have since become prominent figures in entertainment and boxing.
They were raised in Westlake, Ohio, and have collaborated on various projects throughout their careers.
Career
Paul began his career as a social media influencer, gaining fame on the now-defunct platform Vine, where he showcased his comedic skits and creative videos.
His engaging content helped him accumulate millions of followers.
PAfter Vine’s closure in 2017, he shifted his focus to YouTube, where he continued to build his brand. Vine’s closure in 2017, he shifted his focus to YouTube, where he continued to build his brand.
His YouTube channel features a mix of vlogs, challenges, pranks, and music videos.
By leveraging his existing fanbase from Vine, he quickly grew his YouTube subscribers into the millions.
In addition to his online presence, Jake also ventured into acting; he starred in the Disney Channel series Bizaardvark in 2016, which further increased his visibility among younger audiences.
However, he left the show after one season due to controversies surrounding his behavior and public image.
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Boxing career
Paul’s transition to boxing began with his amateur debut in August 2018 against fellow YouTuber Deji Olatunji.
He won that fight by TKO in the fifth round, marking his entry into the boxing world.
In January 2020, he made his professional boxing debut against AnEsonGib, another YouTuber, winning by TKO in the first round.
This victory solidified his decision to pursue boxing professionally.
One of his most significant fights occurred in August 2021 against former UFC champion Tyron Woodley.
Paul won that match by split decision and later faced Woodley again in December 2021, winning by knockout in the sixth round.
In October 2022, he fought MMA legend Anderson Silva and won by unanimous decision, showcasing his ability to compete against seasoned fighters from different combat sports backgrounds.
Paul boasts a professional boxing record of ten wins, with seven victories by knockout and one loss.
His only defeat came against Tommy Fury in February 2023, a closely contested match that ended with a split decision in favor of Fury.
Controversies
One of the most notable controversies occurred in 2017 when he was fired from the Disney Channel series Bizaardvark due to complaints from neighbors about his disruptive behavior, including loud parties and pranks.
This incident was highlighted by a local news segment that showcased the discontent of his community, leading to a class-action lawsuit threat from neighbors and a $2.5 million lawsuit from his landlord.
Paul has also been criticized for his content choices.
In 2018, he faced backlash for a video thumbnail deemed inappropriate for younger viewers and was called out for using racial slurs during a freestyle rap.
Additionally, he was accused of scamming young followers through his failed Edfluence program, which promised to teach them about online success but delivered little value.
His involvement in the George Floyd protests in 2020 led to further scrutiny when he was charged with criminal trespass and unlawful assembly after being filmed at a mall during looting.
Paul claimed he was documenting the events, but many criticized him for exploiting the situation for views.
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