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IShowSpeed, who built his reputation on overly dramatic reactions to everything that happens to him, has made headlines once again. During the World Cup, he met BTS and performed a backflip, leaving the musicians in shock.
The moment was captured on video and garnered 300 million views within the first 24 hours of publication. It currently sits at 327 million and continues to grow in popularity.
Based on open-source data, the 30-second clip featuring IShowSpeed and BTS has set a new record. Never before in human history has a video on any platform surpassed 200 million views within the first day of its release.
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The world's most popular video by 24-hour views
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Who is IShowSpeed and why is he called Ronaldo's biggest fan?
IShowSpeed (real name Darren Jason Watkins Jr.) is one of the most popular, high-earning, and influential American streamers and vloggers in the world. To date, his combined following across YouTube, TikTok, and other social media platforms exceeds 100 million subscribers.
The 21-year-old rose to fame through his incredibly emotional, chaotic, and sometimes aggressive behavior during his livestreams.
A massive part of his career and media persona is built on his fanatical devotion to Cristiano Ronaldo. IShowSpeed regularly attends matches featuring the Portuguese footballer, mimics his signature "SIUUU" celebration, and has even met his idol in person.
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During major football tournaments, his audience multiplies specifically because of his vocal love—and at times, hate—for the world's most famous footballer.
The blogger regularly travels across various continents (Asia, Europe, Africa), streaming live from city streets. Each visit typically draws crowds of thousands of fans who follow him, paralyzing traffic in major metropolitan areas.
