Jimmy Donaldson, known to his over 400 million subscribers as MrBeast, married South African content creator and author Thea Booysen in a private ceremony on Necker Island, the Caribbean retreat owned by British billionaire Sir Richard Branson. The 27-year-old YouTube phenomenon announced the news on Instagram on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, posting photographs with the caption: "I found Mrs Beast and it was the best day of my life."
A Week-Long Celebration on Necker Island
The wedding was not a single-day event but part of a week-long celebration that began on July 14, 2026. Approximately 70 guests from the couple's closest circles of family and friends attended. Before the vows, guests enjoyed activities such as kitesurfing and snorkelling. The ceremony itself was officiated by an ordained family friend, keeping the occasion private despite the high-profile setting. MrBeast wore a classic formal suit, while Booysen wore a floor-length lace wedding gown before changing into a shorter dress for the reception, as reported by the Sun magazine.
From South Africa to the Altar
The couple's love story began in 2022 when they were introduced through a mutual friend at a dinner gathering in South Africa. What started as a chance meeting grew into a committed relationship, and on Christmas Day 2024, MrBeast proposed to Booysen. MrBeast built his global following through high-budget challenge videos, record-breaking philanthropic stunts, and charitable campaigns, cementing his position as one of the most influential digital creators. Booysen has carved out her own online presence and literary career through her content and writing.
Impact on Fans and Media
The wedding represents a deeply personal chapter for a man whose professional life has always played out on the biggest possible stage. Fans worldwide have followed his journey from a teenager filming in his bedroom to the most-subscribed individual on YouTube. The news has sent fans into a frenzy, with many taking to social media to congratulate the couple.
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