YouTuber MrBeast acknowledges past 'inappropriate language' amidst Ava Kris Tyson controversy

YouTube's top creator, MrBeast (Jimmy Donaldson), has admitted to using "inappropriate language" in his early online career. This comes amidst recent controversies involving resurfaced racist and sexist comments from a 2017 podcast and allegations of grooming against a former co-host.

A spokesperson for MrBeast issued a statement to the Associated Press, stating that Donaldson "acted like many kids and used inappropriate language while trying to be funny" as a teenager. They also emphasized that he has repeatedly apologized for past mistakes and understands the responsibility that comes with his massive influence.

MrBeast, who boasts a staggering 307 million YouTube subscribers, continues to produce popular content, including recent videos like "Ages 1 – 100 Decide Who Wins $250,000" and "I Built 100 Houses And Gave Them Away!" which have garnered over 100 million views each. He is also working on a reality competition show for Amazon Prime Video.

Despite the controversies, MrBeast's spokesperson affirmed his commitment to creating a positive impact with his community. They stated that as an adult, he has focused on working with his audience to make a difference in the world.