YouTube sensation Jimmy Donaldson, better known as MrBeast, is engaged!
The 26-year-old creator proposed to his girlfriend, Thea Booysen, on Christmas Day in a heartwarming moment surrounded by their families.
"Ya boy did a thing," MrBeast wrote in an Instagram post, sharing photos of the special moment.
“My family flew out from South Africa for Christmas, and we were going to do Christmas in our house, so both families were here,” shared Thea, 27, in an interview with People.
“We were opening presents, and then, for the very last present, he asked me to close my eyes because it was a surprise.”
“I intentionally dropped a large box to make noise before presenting the real gift — with the ring inside — to her,” MrBeast added. “And then I went down on a knee and proposed.”
Jimmy revealed that he “intentionally dropped a big box to create some noise” before presenting the real gift — the ring — and proposing.
The couple revealed plans for an intimate wedding focused on close family and friends. Thea hinted at a dreamy island ceremony, while Jimmy emphasized creating a personal and celebratory atmosphere for their loved ones.
“This will definitely be more family and friends — definitely more private…I definitely want to make sure that the wedding will be a time to celebrate with her and spend time with friends and family who we really enjoy being with,” said MrBeast.
Known for his philanthropic YouTube content and groundbreaking reality competition “Beast Games,” MrBeast continues to set records. The hit series features 1,000 contestants vying for a $5 million prize, the largest single cash prize in TV and streaming history.