Mr. Beast Fires Back at Kotaku After Controversial Quote Misattribution: "Life is so much easier when you’re broke"

Mr. Beast / Twitter

YouTube sensation Mr. Beast (aka Jimmy Donaldson) has found himself at the center of a media storm, sparked by an allegedly misleading post from gaming news outlet Kotaku. The controversial claim? That Mr. Beast allegedly said, “Life is so much easier when you’re broke.” YIKES!

Kotaku / Twitter

After the post went viral, Mr. Beast took to Twitter to set the record straight, vehemently denying he ever made that statement. In a now-infamous tweet, he expressed his disbelief: “A news site lied and said I said ‘life is so much easier when you’re broke’ which I didn’t say. Now I’m waking up to millions of people believing the lie and hating me. Being famous is so much fun.”

From viral challenges to multi-million dollar philanthropy, Mr. Beast has built his empire on positivity and generosity, making the accusations even more baffling for fans. The backlash came swiftly, as followers reacted angrily on social media, questioning how Mr. Beast could say such a thing. 

Mr. Beast / Twitter

We reached out to Kotaku for comment on the matter but have yet to receive a response. 

For now, Mr. Beast continues to navigate the ups and downs of fame, and we can’t help but wait to see how this story unfolds. In the world of social media where rumors can ignite in seconds, Mr. Beast's true fans are rallying behind him—reminding everyone that the truth matters, especially when it involves one of their favorite creators.