Darren Jason Watkins Jr., better known as IShowSpeed or simply Speed, is one of the most prominent content creators worldwide. The 20-year-old streams on YouTube and creates a variety of content, including gameplay, music, and in-real-life (IRL) streams. He is known for his energetic and unpredictable videos, which gained significant traction during the 2020 pandemic. Since then, his popularity has skyrocketed, amassing millions of followers and leading to numerous high-profile collaborations. In 2024, he was even awarded “Streamer of the Year.”

With his massive success, many are curious about IShowSpeed’s net worth and earnings from his explosive content.

IShowSpeed’s Net Worth

IShowSpeed’s net worth is estimated to be over $10 million, according to Celebrity Net Worth.

The majority of his income comes from his hugely popular YouTube channel, which boasts over 36 million subscribers. From YouTube alone, he is estimated to make around $4 million annually. Additionally, Speed has a strong presence on Spotify with more than 700,000 monthly listeners. Combined with sponsorships and brand deals, IShowSpeed’s net worth is estimated to exceed $10 million.

IShowSpeed’s Followers

IShowSpeed is one of the most-watched content creators, primarily posting on YouTube. His popularity is evident in his vast following across various platforms:

• YouTube: 36.4 Million Subscribers
• Twitter: 3.4 Million Followers
• Instagram: 29.7 Million Followers 
• TikTok: 40.9 Million Followers

IShowSpeed’s Streaming History: 2016 - 2025

Speed began creating content on YouTube in 2016 at the age of 11. In 2017, he started livestreaming, with much of his gameplay centered around Fortnite and NBA 2K. However, his breakout moment came in 2020-2021, when his hyperactive reactions went viral, turning into memes.

In June 2021, Speed reached 1 million subscribers on YouTube and, in the following year, won the “Breakthrough Streamer of the Year” award.

In the same year, Speed started releasing his own music. His music video for the song titled “Shake” earned over 200 million views on YouTube. He also released a song under Warner Records titled “World Cup”, in celebration of the 2022 FIFA World Cup, which has accumulated over 84 million streams on Spotify. 

Speed has continued to push the limits with his content, occasionally landing himself in trouble but also increasing his fame. He gained attention for live stunts, such as jumping over speeding luxury cars and setting off fireworks in his bedroom.

One of Speed’s most popular streams is his IRL series, where he travels to different countries. In September 2024, during a live stream in Indonesia, he reached his highest-ever concurrent viewership with over a million live viewers - a milestone that few top streamers have achieved.

More recently, Speed made waves by joining WWE’s Royal Rumble in February 2025. He also participated in the “Match for Hope 2025,” a charity event that raised over $10 million.