GAMINGWITHKEV

Kevin Lee Edwards Jr., widely recognized by his online alias GamingWithKev, is a prominent American YouTuber and content creator celebrated for his engaging gaming videos, particularly within the Roblox community.

🎮 Early Life and Background

Born on April 18, 1989, in California, USA, Kevin Edwards Jr. was raised in Bakersfield, California. Before embarking on his YouTube career, he worked at Old Navy. His initial foray into content creation began with a self-titled YouTube channel launched on March 16, 2012. Unfortunately, this channel was compromised due to hacking. Undeterred, Kevin established the GamingWithKev channel on May 7, 2015, which has since become his primary platform for sharing gaming content. 

📺 YouTube Career and Content

Kevin's GamingWithKev channel has garnered a substantial following, boasting over 8.68 million subscribers and more than 2,779 videos. His content primarily features gameplay from popular titles such as Roblox, Grand Theft Auto, and NBA 2K. Notable videos include "ROBLOX 2 PLAYER SUPERHERO TYCOON," which has amassed over 29 million views, and "ESCAPE THE HAUNTED HOUSE! | Roblox," with over 26 million views. 

Beyond his main channel, Kevin has explored other content avenues. He operated a vlog channel, ADayWithKev, where he shared personal experiences and family moments. Additionally, he collaborated with his wife, Marie, on the K&M channel, featuring pranks and challenges. While these channels are currently inactive, they contributed to his diverse content portfolio.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Personal Life

Kevin proposed to his longtime partner, Marie, through a creative whisper challenge video on his channel. The couple married in June 2015. Together, they have four children: sons Jaden and Brody, and daughters Zoe and Nia. Kevin's brother, Kaelin, is also known to be part of his extended family network. 

💰 Net Worth and Achievements

As of 2023, Kevin's net worth is estimated at $7.5 million. His income streams include YouTube ad revenue, sponsorships, merchandise sales, and collaborations. According to Social Blade, his monthly earnings range between $5.7K - $90.1K, with annual estimates between $67.6K - $1.2 million. 

Kevin has received YouTube's Silver and Gold Play Buttons for surpassing 100K and 1 million subscribers, respectively. His engaging content and consistent uploads have solidified his status as a leading figure in the gaming community.

🌐 Social Media Presence

Beyond YouTube, Kevin maintains an active presence on other social media platforms. His Instagram account, @kevinedwardsjr, has over 206K followers, where he shares glimpses into his personal life and behind-the-scenes content. He also engages with fans on Twitter under the handle 

📝 Notable Events and Controversies

In 2019, Kevin faced criticism from fellow YouTubers Denis and Flamingo, who accused him of copying video thumbnails. This led to the nickname "StealingWithKev" circulating within the community. Kevin has not publicly addressed these allegations. 

Kevin Edwards Jr., aka GamingWithKev, continues to captivate audiences with his entertaining gameplay videos and relatable content, maintaining a significant presence in the online gaming community.