MrBeast engaged to YouTuber Thea Booysen
MrBeast is engaged to fellow YouTuber Thea Booysen.
Taking to X (formerly Twitter), MrBeast revealed he popped the question on Christmas Day in a thoughtful, family-filled moment. He went on to share a number of photographs on Instagram, announcing his biggest collaboration yet.
MrBeast, also known as Jimmy Donaldson, was spotted wearing matching Christmas sweaters with his fiancée, surrounded by loved ones during their engagement celebration. In an interview with People, he revealed that the proposal was a heartfelt family affair, with both his and Thea's families playing a role in the surprise, including her family traveling all the way from South Africa to share in the special moment.
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"My family flew out from South Africa for Christmas and we were going to do Christmas in our house so both families were here," Booysen opened up about the proposal. "We were opening presents, and then for the very last present he asked me to close my eyes because it was a surprise," she told People.
Shedding details about the moment, MrBeast added, "I intentionally dropped a large box to make noise before presenting the real gift — with the ring inside — to her. And then I went down on a knee and proposed."
Known for his larger-than-life challenges, he surprised everyone by opting for a private, intimate engagement instead. "My friends thought I'd propose in a huge, public way, like at the Super Bowl, but I wanted it to be the complete opposite—something personal and special," he shared.
Thea Booysen, a South African author and content creator, hails from Cape Town. She has built a strong following through her online presence and academic work. Booysen holds degrees in psychology and law from Stellenbosch University, along with a master's degree in neuropsychology from the University of Edinburgh. Her YouTube channel, "More Than Human," explored psychological topics.
MrBeast and Thea Booysen first crossed paths through a mutual friend during his tour in South Africa. Their shared interests sparked an instant connection. While in town, MrBeast joined the friend for dinner, and Booysen was invited along.
