Who Makes More? Judge Judy Or Mr. Beast?

Old media is dead! Online platforms help content creators to bypass legacy gatekeepers, giving the average person a shot at fame and fortune.

You’ve undoubtedly heard these sentiments before.

Which is why I want to test these claims. And I’m doing so by comparing Mr. Beast, YouTube’s biggest star, to Judge Judy, host of a daytime TV show about small claims court.

How Much Is Mr. Beast Worth?

Jimmy Donaldson, better know as Mr. Beast, is the most-subscribed individual on YouTube. He’s known for extravagant and expensive stunts, charitable acts, and creating elaborate contests. And he also owns the MrBeast Burger fast-food chain.

Mr. Beast is said to have a net worth of around $105 million. And, is estimated to have an annual income of $54 million.

As someone who makes YouTube videos, I want to mention that estimating ad revenue and sponsorship deals is extremely difficult. Most sites like Social Blade do a terrible job collecting realistic data, and give every view equal weighting.

How YouTube Ad Revenue Actually Works

YouTubers are very “cloak and dagger” with their revenue numbers.