In a surprising move, popular YouTuber and philanthropist Mr. Beast announced on Twitter Friday that he would be giving away his entire Twitter revenue for a month to a lucky user of the social media platform.
What Happened: Known for his grand gestures of generosity, Mr. Beast took to Twitter to share his latest charitable act. He declared that all the revenue he earns from Twitter for a month would be given away. The tweet quickly gained traction, with fans and followers applauding his decision.
Among the most liked replies as of the time of were from MIT scientist and podcaster Lex Fridman, controversial social media personality Andrew Tate and a Twitter user who shared a photo of his cat.
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Why It Matters: This is not the first time Mr. Beast has made headlines for his philanthropic or giveaway efforts.
He has previously funded cataract surgeries for 1,000 people and gifted a new Tesla to a teenager, among other acts of charity.
Mr. Beast’s decision to donate his Twitter revenue is particularly significant given his substantial following of nearly 22 million on the platform, which suggests the revenue generated from his Twitter account alone is likely substantial.
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