Biography
Who is Jake Paul?
Early life and family
Jake Joseph Paul was born on January 17, 1997, in Cleveland, Ohio. He grew up in Westlake, Ohio, alongside his older brother, Logan Paul. Their parents are Pamela Ann Stepnick and Gregory Allan Paul. Jake and his brother began filming themselves when he was ten years old. He was raised in a Christian household. His brother Logan also became a well-known internet personality and YouTuber.
He attended Westlake High School. Before pursuing a professional boxing career, he established himself as a prominent figure in online entertainment. His early life was characterized by this interest in digital media, which eventually led to his widespread recognition across various platforms.
Rise to digital fame
Jake Paul began his online career in September 2013 by posting videos on the short-form video app Vine. By the time the platform was discontinued, he had accumulated 5.3 million followers and 2 billion views. He launched his YouTube channel in May 2014, focusing on vlogs, pranks, music, and comedy. His content grew rapidly, and he was ranked by Forbes as one of the highest-paid YouTube creators during the 2010s and 2020s.
In 2016, he formed an entertainment collective called Team 10. He also launched a media company, TeamDom, in 2017 with $1 million in funding. His music career included the release of the single It's Everyday Bro, which debuted on the Billboard Hot 100 and was certified platinum by the RIAA. Throughout 2017, his channel grew significantly, gaining 12 million subscribers in that year alone. By June 2025, reports indicated he was among the world's highest-paid creators.
Acting career
Beyond his internet presence, Jake transitioned into acting. His first role in a feature film was Dance Camp in 2016. He is well-known for his role as Dirk Mann on the Disney Channel series Bizaardvark, appearing on the show from 2016 until 2018. His departure from the series was announced in July 2017.
He appeared in several other films, including Airplane Mode in 2019, Mainstream in 2020, and A Genie's Tail in 2022. Also, he made guest appearances on television programs such as Walk the Prank, The Price Is Right, and Ridiculousness.
Boxing career and business ventures
Jake Paul started boxing in August 2018 with a white-collar match against Deji Olatunji. His professional debut occurred in January 2020 against AnEsonGib. He went on to face various opponents including Nate Robinson, Ben Askren, Tyron Woodley, and Anderson Silva. In February 2023, he lost to Tommy Fury. Later, he defeated competitors such as Nate Diaz, Andre August, Ryan Bourland, and Mike Perry. In November 2024, he defeated Mike Tyson in a match that set records for boxing gate receipts outside of Las Vegas.
In 2021, he founded Most Valuable Promotions with his adviser Nakisa Bidarian. He also co-founded a venture capital firm named Anti Fund alongside Geoffrey Woo. The firm has invested in companies like the sports gambling platform Simplebet Inc. By 2026, it was reported that Anti Fund managed $180 million in capital.
Birthday and age
Jake Paul was born on January 17, 1997, which makes Jake 29 years old today. That birthday falls under the Capricorn sign. Jake shares the date with 61 other famous people.
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