David Dobrik - Youtuber
Age: 29
Country: United States Occupations:
Youtuber
David Dobrik is a Slovak-American internet personality, YouTuber, and vlogger born on July 23, 1996, in Košice, Slovakia. He rose to fame on the now-defunct platform Vine, amassing over a million followers with short comedic videos, before transitioning to YouTube in 2015 where he launched his signature vlog series. Known for his high-energy, prank-filled content and generous giveaways—often surprising friends with cash, cars, or dream vacations—Dobrik built a massive following, exceeding 18 million subscribers on his main channel and collaborating with his tight-knit group called the Vlog Squad, featuring creators like Natalie Mariduena, Jason Nash, and Zane Hijazi.
His style blends chaotic humor, quick cuts, and feel-good moments, earning him accolades like Streamy Awards and a spot as one of Time's 100 Most Influential People in 2019. Beyond YouTube, Dobrik has ventured into TV hosting (e.g., Dodgeball Thunderdome on Discovery), podcasting (Views with Jason Nash), entrepreneurship (launching David's Perfume in 2020 and Doughbrik's Pizza in Los Angeles in 2022), and acting in films like Airplane Mode (2019). He also developed David's Disposable, an app for sharing photos that he aims to expand into a full social network.
Dobrik's career faced significant setbacks starting in 2020 amid allegations of facilitating unsafe situations within the Vlog Squad, including a sexual assault claim and a lawsuit from former member Toddy Wittek over a stunt gone wrong that caused severe injuries. These controversies led to demonetization, lost sponsorships, and a hiatus from content creation. In January 2025, he made a comeback, announcing a return to vlogging and podcasting while showcasing a dramatic physical transformation, including substantial weight loss, and expressing gratitude for personal growth. With over 70 million followers across platforms like Snapchat and Instagram, Dobrik remains a polarizing figure in digital media, celebrated for his charisma and critiqued for the blurred lines between entertainment and ethics.