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KSI is a British YouTube star, actor, rapper and boxer. He rose to fame on YouTube for his FIFA gaming videos and has since become one of the most popular personalities on the platform with over 20 million subscribers. His channel features a variety of content including challenges, vlogs, music videos and more.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>1993</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>KSI is Born</div><div class='timeline-text'>On June 19, 1993, KSI, whose real name is Olajide Olayinka Williams "JJ" Olatunji, is born in Watford, England.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2008</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Starts Uploading Videos to YouTube</div><div class='timeline-text'>KSI begins uploading videos to YouTube under the username KSIOlajideBT. His videos are mainly of him playing video games.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2013</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Reaches 1 Million Subscribers</div><div class='timeline-text'>KSI reaches 1 million subscribers on his YouTube channel. His content begins to expand beyond gaming and he starts doing more vlogs and challenge videos.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2015</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Releases Debut Single</div><div class='timeline-text'>Releases “Lamborghini” as his debut single, featuring P Money and Randolph. The song peaked at #30 on the UK Singles Chart.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2017</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Reaches 20 Million Subscribers</div><div class='timeline-text'>KSI reaches 20 million subscribers on his YouTube channel, making him one of the most subscribed YouTubers in the world.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2018</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Releases Debut Album</div><div class='timeline-text'>Releases his debut studio album Dissimulation, which features collaborations with Rick Ross, Lil Pump and Sway among others.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2019</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Professional Boxing Match</div><div class='timeline-text'>KSI competes in his first professional boxing match against fellow YouTuber Logan Paul, ending in a draw.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>He's a Great Role Model</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>KSI is an inspiration to millions of people around the world. He has shown that it is possible to become incredibly successful through hard work and determination. He has also been an advocate for mental health awareness, inspiring his followers to be more open about their struggles and seek help when needed.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>He's Innovative</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>KSI is constantly pushing the boundaries of what can be done on YouTube. His creative content ideas have made him one of the most popular YouTubers in the world. From music videos to comedy sketches, he has consistently produced entertaining content that has kept viewers coming back for more.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>He's Entertaining</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>KSI is one of the most entertaining personalities on YouTube. His hilarious humor and unique perspectives make him stand out from other creators. Whether he’s playing video games or doing prank calls, KSI always keeps viewers laughing and engaged with every new video he releases.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>First YouTube Star to Receive a Certified Platinum Record</h3><p class='facts-text'>KSI is the first YouTube star to receive a certified platinum record for his single “Down Like That” featuring rappers Rick Ross, Lil Baby and S-X.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Started Making Videos at Age</h3><p class='facts-text'>KSI started making videos on YouTube when he was just 15 years old. His first video was uploaded in 2008 and featured him playing the game Halo 3.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>First British YouTuber to Reach 20 Million Subscribers</h3><p class='facts-text'>KSI is the first British YouTuber to reach 20 million subscribers. His YouTube channel has over 24 million subscribers and over 4 billion views.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Won Two Boxing Matches Against Other YouTubers</h3><p class='facts-text'>KSI has won two professional boxing matches against other YouTubers - Logan Paul in 2018 and Olajide Olatunji (JJ) in 2019.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Appeared in Music Videos and Films</h3><p class='facts-text'>KSI has appeared in music videos by artists such as Tinie Tempah and Wiley, as well as films such as Laid In America and The Edge of Seventeen.</p></div></div>
KSI, a popular English YouTuber and musician, was born on June 19, 1993, and is currently 30 years old. He is best known for his comedy and music videos, as well as appearing in various celebrity boxing matches.
