Jake Paul
Born 1997 · Age 28
American social-media influencer, actor and professional boxer who rose to fame on Vine and YouTube, founded multiple businesses (Team 10, TeamDom/Team 10 media, Anti Fund, Most Valuable Promotions, Betr, W) and transitioned into high-profile boxing.
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Life & Career Timeline
Born in Cleveland, Ohio
Jake Joseph Paul born to Pamela Ann Stepnick and Gregory Allan Paul; raised in Westlake, Ohio.
Started filming with brother Logan
Jake and older brother Logan began filming themselves when Jake was about ten, an early start to creating video content.
Started posting on Vine
Began social-media career by posting short videos on Vine.
Accumulated massive Vine views
Amassed approximately 2 billion views across Vine before the app was discontinued.
Launched YouTube channel 'Jake Paul'
Created main YouTube channel, which later became a primary platform for vlogs, pranks, music and boxing content.
Launched Team 10 (entertainment collective)
Founded Team 10 — an influencer collective/creative agency centered on teen entertainment and creators.
First feature film role in 'Dance Camp'
Credited first feature-film role (2016 Dance Camp cameo).
Cast as Dirk Mann on Disney's Bizaardvark
Joined main cast of Disney Channel series Bizaardvark (2016–2018) as Dirk Mann.
Published memoir 'You Gotta Want It'
Published a memoir titled 'You Gotta Want It' (Gallery Books).
Ranked by Forbes as top-paid YouTuber (2010s/2018)
By 2018 Paul ranked second on Forbes' list of highest-paid YouTube creators (for 2018 earnings period).
Launched TeamDom (reported $1M funding)
Reportedly launched media company TeamDom (influencer marketing/creative agency) with $1 million in funding; investors included Danhua Capital, Horizons Alpha, Vayner Capital, Sound Ventures, A-Grade and Adam Zeplain.
Released 'It's Everyday Bro' (Team 10)
Released viral single featuring Team 10; drew over 70 million views in one month, peaked at #91 on Billboard Hot 100 and later certified platinum; one of YouTube's most disliked videos.
Left/fired from Disney's Bizaardvark
Disney announced Jake Paul would be leaving the show mid-season following neighborhood complaints and publicity; Paul later said he was fired.
Released 'Litmas' EP with Team 10
Released holiday EP 'Litmas' (self-released).
Edfluence launched (controversial online course)
Launched Edfluence in Jan 2018, a paid course for young influencers charging $7 for partial access; accused of scamming; Edfluence shut down on Jan 31, 2020.
Released single 'Malibu'
Released 'Malibu' with Chad Tepper and music video.
Released diss single 'Champion' ahead of Deji fight
Released 'Champion' as a diss track aimed at Deji Olatunji, preceding their boxing match.
White-collar boxing debut vs Deji Olatunji (TKO)
Fought in amateur/white-collar boxing match at Manchester Arena; defeated Deji via 5th-round TKO (co-feature to Logan Paul vs KSI’s brother fight).
Public relationship with Tana Mongeau (engagement/marriage content)
Began dating Tana Mongeau (April 2019), engaged June 2019, had an over-the-top Las Vegas ceremony July 28, 2019 (no marriage license; not legally binding); split January 2020.
Released single 'These Days'
Released the track and music video 'These Days' featuring model Julia Rose; later removed from streaming services within a year.
Professional boxing debut vs AnEsonGib (TKO 1)
Made professional boxing debut at Meridian at Island Gardens (Miami) and defeated AnEsonGib via 1st-round TKO.
Charged with criminal trespass & unlawful assembly (Scottsdale mall)
After attending George Floyd protests and footage from Scottsdale Fashion Square (May 30, 2020), Paul was charged June 4, 2020; charges dismissed without prejudice Aug 5, 2020 to allow federal probe.
FBI raid on Calabasas mansion
FBI executed search warrant at Paul's Calabasas home Aug 5, 2020 in connection with ongoing investigation; linked publicly to looting incident probe; later reported he would not face federal charges.
Defeated Nate Robinson (KO 2) on Tyson–Jones undercard
Returned to ring as co-feature to Mike Tyson vs Roy Jones Jr. exhibition; knocked out former NBA player Nate Robinson in 2nd round.
Forbes: Estimated $38M earned from boxing in 2021
Forbes estimated Paul made approximately $38M from boxing and other income streams in 2021 (source for athlete ranking).
Founded Anti Fund (venture capital) with Geoffrey Woo
Launched venture-capital vehicle Anti Fund to invest in startups and crypto; partnered with Geoffrey Woo.
Founded Boxing Bullies (anti-bullying org)
Founded Boxing Bullies to help youth combat bullying, as part of his social initiatives connected to boxing.
Signed multi-fight promotional and business moves (Most Valuable Promotions founding)
Founded Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) with adviser Nakisa Bidarian (2021) to promote boxing events; signed Amanda Serrano to a promotional deal in Sept 2021.
Class-action and neighborhood lawsuits and public nuisance controversies
Multiple public complaints and lawsuits stemming from parties, noise, and fans gathering at Team 10/Beverly Grove home earlier (2017 onward); landlord suit reported April 24, 2018 for damages.
Beat Ben Askren (TKO 1) – major headline event
Headlined fight at Mercedes-Benz Stadium (Atlanta); defeated former MMA champion Ben Askren via 1st-round TKO; event reported by Triller to have 1.45M buys (disputed) and also reported as 500k buys, large revenue.
Anti Fund leads Simplebet financing ($30M)
Anti Fund led or participated in a financing round for sports-gambling firm Simplebet in August 2021; reporting lists $30 million raised in that round.
Defeated Tyron Woodley (split decision)
Beat former UFC champion Tyron Woodley via split decision at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse; event reported ~500,000 buys and ~$29.9M revenue in some sources.
Knockout of Tyron Woodley in rematch (KO 6)
Rematched and knocked out Tyron Woodley in 6th round; event reported ~200,000 buys; awarded ESPN Ringside Award 'Knockout of the Year'.
Co-promoted Katie Taylor vs Amanda Serrano at Madison Square Garden (2022)
Paul's promotion Most Valuable Promotions co-promoted the 'For History' women's title fight; the event was named Fight of the Year by Sports Illustrated and Event of the Year by The Ring.
Named in SafeMoon class-action lawsuit (crypto promotion)
Named as a defendant in a class-action alleging SafeMoon was a pump-and-dump; part of broader legal scrutiny of celebrity crypto promotions.
Coffeezilla allegations about NFT/crypto $2.2M (accusation)
YouTuber Coffeezilla published video accusing Jake of using crypto/NFTs to scam fans out of $2.2M (accusation, not legal verdict).
Forbes highest-paid athletes (2022 period) featured
Featured on Forbes list for highest-paid athletes in 2022; Forbes estimated Jake made about $38 million from three boxing bouts and other sources in the period.
Founded Betr (sports-media & mobile-betting)
Launched Betr with Joey Levy (Simplebet founder); Jake claimed $50M in Series A funding for the venture (claim reported by Paul).
Beat Anderson Silva (UD)
Defeated former UFC champion Anderson Silva via unanimous decision at Desert Diamond Arena in Glendale, AZ.
Purchased Puerto Rico mansion
Purchased a mansion in Puerto Rico (reported 2023), later used as base for training and residency.
Signed multi-year deal with Professional Fighters League (PFL)
Signed to cofound/compete in PFL's pay-per-view Super Fight division and take role as 'head of fighter advocacy'.
First professional loss vs Tommy Fury (SD)
Fought Tommy Fury in Saudi Arabia; lost via split decision. Event reportedly generated ~800,000 PPV buys (reported revenue ~$39.99M).
Settled SEC charges for undisclosed crypto promotions (~$400k)
Settled SEC charges (March 2023) with other celebrities for promoting cryptocurrencies without disclosure; settlement was for over $400,000 without admitting wrongdoing.
Began relationship with Jutta Leerdam (public)
Publicly confirmed relationship with Dutch speed skater Jutta Leerdam after contacting via Instagram months earlier.
Announced fight vs Nate Diaz (for Aug 5, 2023)
Bout announced for Aug 5 at American Airlines Center, Dallas; later extended from 8 to 10 rounds.
Defeated Nate Diaz (UD, 10 rounds)
Beat Nate Diaz by unanimous decision in Dallas; reported ~450,000 PPV buys and $27M revenue (per PPV table).
Public political endorsements (Vivek Ramaswamy)
Expressed support for Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy (Sept 2023); later supported and endorsed Donald Trump (Oct 31, 2024).
Headlined Most Valuable Prospects IV vs Andre August (KO 1)
First non-PPV headline bout for Paul; defeated pro boxer Andre August via first-round KO at Caribe Royale, Orlando.
Reported net worth range (public sources)
Public sources (Wikipedia/others) list his net worth roughly in the $17–30M range (estimate varies across outlets); significant uncertainty after major 2024 events.
Announced opponent Ryan Bourland for March 2, 2024
Opponent confirmed for Paul’s March 2 cruiserweight bout in Puerto Rico.
Defeated Ryan Bourland (TKO 1)
Beat Ryan Bourland by first-round TKO in San Juan, Puerto Rico (Coliseo de Puerto Rico José Miguel Agrelot).
Announced Mike Tyson bout for July 20, 2024 (AT&T Stadium)
Public announcement that Jake Paul would face former undisputed heavyweight champion Mike Tyson on July 20, broadcast on Netflix; later postponed and rescheduled to Nov 15.
Fight vs Tyson sanctioned by Texas Department of Licensing and Regulations
Texas regulator announced the bout would be sanctioned as a professional boxing match (TDLR).
Mike Tyson bout postponed (Tyson medical issue)
Fight originally scheduled for July 20 postponed after Tyson suffered an ulcer flare-up aboard a plane.
Betr March 2024 Series & valuation update
In March 2024 Betr raised $15M at a $375M valuation (led by Harmony Partners and 10X Capital); total funding reportedly reached $100M as company expands operations.
Mike Tyson bout rescheduled for Nov 15, 2024
Promoters announced Tyson vs Paul would take place on Nov 15, 2024 at AT&T Stadium (Arlington, TX).
Launched men's personal care brand 'W' (retail with Walmart)
Launched personal-care brand with sub-$10 products, incubated by Anti Fund and sold via Walmart partnership.
W brand fundraising reported ($14M+) at >$150M valuation
Wall Street Journal reported the brand 'W' raised over $14M from Shrug Capital and others (including Naomi Osaka) at a valuation over $150M (reporting July 2024).
YouTube/channel metrics (approx.)
Reported on-profile metrics near end of 2024: ~20.9 million YouTube subscribers and ~7.7 billion views (channel totals reported Dec 1, 2024).
Netflix docuseries 'Countdown: Paul vs. Tyson' premiered (ep 1–2)
Netflix premiered first two episodes documenting lead-up to Paul–Tyson fight; third episode followed Nov 12; narrated by Ice-T.
Defeated Mike Tyson (UD) — biggest US non-Vegas gate
Beat Mike Tyson via unanimous decision at AT&T Stadium; judges scored 80–72, 79–73, 79–73. Match reported as the biggest boxing gate in U.S. history outside Las Vegas.
Discovered maternal Jewish ancestry (reported)
Reported that Paul discovered his maternal grandmother was Jewish, making him Jewish under Jewish law (reported Feb 11, 2025).
Engaged to Jutta Leerdam (reported)
Paul and Jutta Leerdam announced engagement in March 2025 (reported).
Defeated Julio César Chávez Jr. (UD, 10 rounds)
Beat Julio César Chávez Jr. via unanimous decision at Honda Center, Anaheim; judges 99–91, 97–93, 98–92. Result led to WBA #14 ranking for Paul and controversy over ranking.
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