Ashley Dean Misho | Arts and Entertainment Reporter
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Popular YouTube star IShowSpeed has turned 21 years old.
His real name is Darren Watkins Jr., and he is famous for his loud, energetic, and often chaotic live videos.
Instead of celebrating at home in the USA, Speed marked his birthday in Africa, where he is currently touring. Everywhere he goes, huge crowds of fans gather to see him.
Streets have become packed, with people running next to his car and shouting his name.
His security team has had a hard time managing the excited crowds.
Speed started by playing video games and posting funny reactions online.
Now, he is a global celebrity with over 100 million followers across YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram.
His videos mix travel, music, and unexpected moments, getting millions of views very quickly.
All this fame has also made him very wealthy. Experts believe his net worth is around $15 million, which he earns from ads, sponsorships, music, and live streams.
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