American YouTube sensation Jimmy Donaldson, known globally as MrBeast, has officially married his longtime partner, author Thea Booysen. The 28-year-old content creator, who holds the title of the most-subscribed YouTuber in the world with over 500 million subscribers, announced the nuptials on Instagram, sharing a series of photographs capturing various moments from the celebration.
Wedding Venue and Attire
The couple exchanged vows on British billionaire Richard Branson's private Necker Island in the British Virgin Islands, according to US media reports. Booysen wore a stunning floor-length lace wedding dress adorned with a floral pattern, while Donaldson opted for a crisp white tuxedo. In his Instagram post, MrBeast described the day as "the best day of my life."
Week-Long Celebration
Approximately 70 family members and close friends attended the week-long festivities, which reportedly began on July 14. Before the wedding ceremony, guests enjoyed a range of activities, including snorkeling and kitesurfing. The private ceremony was officiated by a family friend who is an ordained minister.
How They Met
Donaldson and Booysen first met during a trip to South Africa in 2022. Booysen was invited by a mutual friend to join the YouTube star for dinner, and the pair later began dating. Donaldson proposed to Booysen on Christmas Day 2024, while they were both wearing matching MrBeast-branded festive jumpers.
