MrBeast faces backlash for ignoring controversy amid new video releases

YouTuber MrBeast, whose real name is Jimmy Donaldson, is facing criticism for not addressing recent controversies surrounding his company in his latest video releases. Despite allegations about working conditions at his company, MrBeast has continued to upload new content, including a recent video titled “7 Days Stranded In A Cave,” which has quickly amassed over 10 million views.

The video, showcasing MrBeast’s cave exploration in New Zealand, did not mention the ongoing allegations or address the controversy that has been brewing. Instead, it included a brief segment promoting MrBeast Labs, his newly launched toy brand. 

Criticism has intensified as viewers claim that MrBeast is deleting comments related to the controversy and manipulating the comment sections of his videos. Allegations of comment deletions were also noted in response to his previous video, “Survive 100 Days In Nuclear Bunker.”

One Twitter user expressed frustration, stating, “Imagine being the most subscribed YouTuber on the planet and doing this... it’s a shame MrBeast because the internet won’t forget what you guys did!”

MrBeast has not publicly addressed the allegations since announcing a third-party investigation into his company’s practices on July 22, 2024. Collaborators like Ludwig have taken steps to distance themselves, including ending a sponsorship deal with MrBeast’s Feastables brand. Ludwig noted that his decision was “amicable” but emphasized he would not work with MrBeast again until the issues were addressed.

Jake Weddle, another collaborator, has also declined a significant payment from MrBeast, predicting that further allegations, including claims of sexual misconduct, may surface with the release of Dogpack’s third video.

Despite the ongoing scrutiny, MrBeast has remained silent on the matter, leading many fans to call for a direct response to the allegations.