Basic Information
- Full Name: Jake Joseph Paul
- Born: January 17, 1997
- Birthplace: Cleveland, Ohio, USA
- Family: Parents Greg Paul and Pam Stepnick; older brother Logan Paul (also a well-known creator)
Early Life
Jake grew up in Westlake, Ohio. He started experimenting with short-form videos as a teenager and became known for his high-energy, prank-style content. School wasn’t his focus—he reportedly struggled with grades and left traditional education to pursue online entertainment.
Digital Career
- Vine: Began posting in 2013 and gained over five million followers before the platform shut down.
- YouTube: Launched his channel in 2014 with pranks, stunts, music videos, and daily vlogs.
- Acting: Played Dirk Mann on the Disney Channel series Bizaardvark (2016–2018).
- Other Media: Appeared in films like Dance Camp, Airplane Mode, and Mainstream. He’s also been the subject of a documentary series, The Mind of Jake Paul.
Boxing Career
- Debut: Won his first white-collar boxing match in 2018 and turned professional in 2020, defeating AnEsonGib.
- Record (approx.): 13 fights, 12 wins, 1 loss, with 7 victories by knockout.
- Notable Opponents: Anderson Silva, Nate Diaz, Tommy Fury (his only pro loss), and even a high-profile bout against Mike Tyson in 2024.
- Promotion: Co-founder of Most Valuable Promotions, which organizes fights and events.
Business Ventures
- Co-founded Betr, a sports media and betting company.
- Created a men’s personal-care brand called W.
- Continues to expand into entertainment, sports, and lifestyle ventures.
Public Image & Controversies
Jake’s bold, sometimes antagonistic persona has attracted both fans and critics.
- Known for loud stunts and neighborhood disturbances in his early YouTube years.
- Faced legal issues such as an SEC settlement over undisclosed crypto promotions.
- Denies allegations of misconduct that have surfaced over the years.
Personal Life
- Engaged to Dutch Olympic speed skater Jutta Leerdam.
- Maintains a close—if occasionally competitive—relationship with his brother Logan.
- Lives partly in Puerto Rico, where he trains for boxing.
Instagram id link – instagram.com/jakepaul
