MrBeast’s latest YouTube video has been met with a storm of disapproval, amassing millions of dislikes amid ongoing controversy involving Ava Kris Tyson. The backlash is unprecedented for the popular creator, who is known for his extravagant challenges and philanthropic endeavors.
In July, Ava Kris Tyson, a long-term collaborator with MrBeast, faced allegations of sending inappropriate messages to a minor. Initially, the alleged victim, known as Lava, defended Tyson. However, Lava later reversed their stance, strongly condemning the messages as “inappropriate and wrong.”
Following the allegations, Tyson announced her departure from the MrBeast YouTube channel. Jimmy Donaldson, known as MrBeast, did not immediately address the accusations. Eventually, he released a statement confirming that an independent investigation would be conducted into the “unacceptable acts.” Donaldson also apologized for past behavior after a 2017 video surfaced in which he made racist and homophobic remarks, which has since been unlisted.
The controversies have not gone unnoticed by MrBeast’s loyal fanbase. His latest video, titled “Survive 100 Days In Nuclear Bunker, Win $500,000,” has received an overwhelming number of dislikes, far exceeding the usual range of 70,000 to 100,000 per video. At the time of writing, the video has garnered over 1.7 million dislikes, a figure determined by extensions like ‘YouTube Dislike Viewer’ since YouTube stopped publicly displaying dislike counts in 2021.
Moreover, there are accusations that comments mentioning the Ava Kris Tyson drama are being deleted from the video. This has further fueled the discontent among viewers, who feel their concerns are being censored.
Adding to the controversy, contestants in MrBeast’s new venture, Beast Games, produced in collaboration with Amazon, have claimed mistreatment. Participants allege they are being underfed and deprived of adequate medical care, casting a shadow over the highly anticipated series.
The fallout from the Ava Kris Tyson scandal has undeniably impacted MrBeast’s YouTube channel. The deluge of dislikes and accusations of censorship reflect a significant shift in audience sentiment. Whether MrBeast can navigate these troubled waters and regain his audience’s trust remains to be seen. As the situation unfolds, the YouTube community will be watching closely to see how one of its biggest stars handles this unprecedented backlash.
