Logan Paul
Born 1995 · Age 30
American influencer, actor, professional wrestler, entrepreneur, podcaster and boxer who rose to fame on Vine and YouTube. Co-founder of Prime and Lunchly, host of Impaulsive, and signed to WWE.
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Life & Career Timeline
Born in Westlake, Ohio
Logan Alexander Paul was born in Westlake, Ohio to Pamela Ann Stepnick and Gregory Allan Paul.
Started making videos (Zoosh) at age 10
Began creating videos for a YouTube channel called 'Zoosh' when he was about 10 years old.
High school football All-Star (The Plain Dealer)
Named The Plain Dealer's All-Star football linebacker in 2012 while attending Westlake High School.
Gained fame on Vine
Began posting sketches on Vine and rose to prominence on the platform.
Registered first YouTube channel (TheOfficialLoganPaul)
Registered his first YouTube channel where he later posted regularly after Vine's closure.
Early social following metrics reported
By Feb–Apr 2014 had ~3.1M followers across platforms; April 2014 metrics included ~150k YouTube subscribers, 361k Instagram followers, 105k Twitter followers.
Dropped out of Ohio University and moved to Los Angeles
Left industrial engineering studies at Ohio University to pursue social media/entertainment in LA; moved into an apartment with other Vine stars.
Injury during Vine stunt (right testicle)
Attempted a Vine stunt in 2014, landed on a chair and damaged his right testicle.
Shorty/Streamy nominations and Streamy win
Nominated for Shorty Awards and Streamy Awards during 2014–2016 period; won Streamy (Short Form Comedy) in 2015.
Created Logan Paul Vlogs channel
Created the 'Logan Paul Vlogs' YouTube channel which later became his primary and most-subscribed channel.
Moved into Hollywood apartment complex with creators
Lived in an apartment at Hollywood and Vine with other social media celebrities; facilitated collaborations.
Reached YouTube creator milestones (100k & 1M)
Received YouTube Creator Awards for passing 100,000 and 1,000,000 subscribers in 2016.
Starred in YouTube Premium film 'The Thinning'
Played Blake Redding in the YouTube Premium movie The Thinning (2016).
Comcast purchased 'Logan Paul VS.' short-form series
Comcast purchased a short-form digital TV series from Logan Paul titled 'Logan Paul VS.'
Released debut single '2016'
Released his debut single titled '2016'.
Reached 10 million YouTube subscribers (Creator Award)
Received the 10 million subscriber YouTube Creator Award in 2017.
Ranked on Forbes highest-paid YouTube creators (2017)
Appeared on Forbes list for highest-paid YouTube creators in 2017 (one of multiple years).
Teen Choice Awards wins (Male Web Star & Comedy Web Star)
Won Teen Choice Awards in 2017 for Male Web Star and Comedy Web Star.
House purchase in Encino, CA (reported)
Reportedly bought his first house in October 2017 for approximately $6,550,000 (reported on IMDb).
Released single 'No Handlebars'
Released 'No Handlebars', which drew strong criticism and led to legal issues over an interpolated sample.
Aokigahara 'suicide forest' video published
Uploaded a vlog showing the corpse of a suicide victim in Japan's Aokigahara forest; gained 6.3M views in 24 hours and triggered global backlash.
Ranked on Forbes highest-paid YouTube creators (2018)
Named on Forbes list of highest-paid YouTube creators in 2018.
Public apologies and charitable donation following Aokigahara controversy
Posted written and video apologies (Jan 1–2), admitted a 'lapse in judgement', and donated $1,000,000 to suicide prevention agencies (quarter to National Suicide Prevention Lifeline).
YouTube removes channels from Google Preferred and halts projects
YouTube removed Logan Paul's channels from Google Preferred; his YouTube Premium projects (New World Order, Logan Paul VS.) were put on hold; roles and projects were cut.
Returned to daily vlogs after 3-week hiatus
Resumed daily vlogging on YouTube following the controversy and a short break.
YouTube suspends advertising on his channels
YouTube suspended all advertising on Logan Paul's channels citing a 'pattern of behavior'; his ad revenue was temporarily halted.
YouTube restores ads; 90-day probation
YouTube restored ads on his channel but placed it on a 90-day probation during which his content couldn't appear on the trending tab.
White-collar boxing match vs. KSI (amateur) — majority draw
Fought KSI in Manchester Arena in an amateur white-collar bout; resulted in a majority draw (two judges 57–57, one 58–57 KSI).
Launched Impaulsive podcast (first episode aired)
First episode of the Impaulsive podcast aired; series would grow to millions of subscribers/followers.
Won Streamy Award for Best Podcast (Impaulsive)
Impaulsive won the Streamy Award for Best Podcast in 2019.
Film 'Airplane Mode' released
Had written/produced/starring role in Airplane Mode which was delayed from 2017 and released on August 2, 2019.
Professional boxing rematch vs. KSI announced
It was announced Logan would make his professional boxing debut in a rematch against KSI to be broadcast on DAZN.
Professional boxing bout vs. KSI (loss by split decision)
Fought KSI at Staples Center in Los Angeles; lost by split decision. The bout was a major PPV event (DAZN).
Masked Singer appearance (Grandpa Monster)
Competed on The Masked Singer (season 5) as 'Grandpa Monster'; unmasked after second appearance.
Announced exhibition bout vs. Floyd Mayweather Jr.
Announced on Dec 6, 2020 that he would face Floyd Mayweather Jr. in an exhibition boxing bout (non-scored).
Ranked on Forbes highest-paid YouTube creators (2021)
Included on Forbes' 2021 list of highest-paid YouTube creators.
Announced move to Dorado, Puerto Rico
Announced in February 2021 he would move from Los Angeles to Dorado, Puerto Rico, citing taxes; later rented a $13M mansion for $55k/month (June 2021).
WWE TV debut (SmackDown) and ringside at WrestleMania 37
Made first WWE appearance as a guest of Sami Zayn on SmackDown and was at WrestleMania 37 ringside for Zayn vs Kevin Owens.
Fought Floyd Mayweather Jr. in exhibition (June 6, 2021)
Exhibition bout at Hard Rock Stadium (Miami); went the distance; no official winner announced. Reported global PPV buys ~1,000,000 and revenue cited around $50,000,000 for the event.
Released CryptoZoo (NFT-based game)
Released CryptoZoo, an NFT-based game in September 2021 that would later be criticized for lack of functionality and other issues.
Guinness World Record — Most expensive Pokémon card sold (private sale)
2022 record listing indicates Logan Paul as record holder for 'Most Expensive Pokémon Trading Card Sold at a Private Sale' (exact amount not listed in provided text).
Co-founded beverage company Prime (with KSI)
Became co-founder of Prime, a hydration beverage brand launched by Logan Paul and KSI (public reports identify 2022 as launch year).
Professional wrestling in-ring debut (WrestleMania 38 tag match)
Made in-ring professional wrestling debut as The Miz's mystery tag partner at WrestleMania 38 (April 2022), winning the tag match.
Signed to WWE (multi-event contract)
Signed a multi-event contract with WWE in June 2022 after several prior appearances.
Coffeezilla exposes CryptoZoo (docuseries)
December 2022: YouTuber Coffeezilla released a docuseries alleging CryptoZoo's lack of functionality and other problems.
Pet pig 'Pearl' rehoming controversy (reported Jan 2023)
In January 2023 his former pet pig 'Pearl' was found abandoned and rescued; Paul said he had re-homed the pig in 2021.
Apologized and promised $1.3M refunds for CryptoZoo
In Jan 2023 Logan apologized for CryptoZoo and promised a $1.3 million refund for NFT holders.
Faced class-action lawsuit over CryptoZoo
By February 2023 Paul faced a class-action lawsuit from CryptoZoo investors.
Proposed to Nina Agdal at Lake Como
In July 2023 Logan proposed to Danish model Nina Agdal at Lake Como; engagement announced on Instagram.
Boxing win vs. Dillon Danis (professional DQ victory)
Defeated Dillon Danis by disqualification in the sixth round at Manchester Arena at MF & DAZN: X Series 10 – The Prime Card.
Won WWE United States Championship (Crown Jewel)
Defeated Rey Mysterio at WWE Crown Jewel on November 4, 2023 to win his first WWE championship, using brass knuckles.
First appearance as WWE United States Champion on SmackDown
Appeared as champion and announced a tournament to determine his first challenger at Royal Rumble.
Classified/professional wrestling rankings (ESPN/PWI)
ESPN ranked him No. 10 of the 30 best Pro Wrestlers Under 30 in 2023; PWI ranked him No. 37 in PWI 500 in 2024.
Refund program for CryptoZoo begins (offering refunds in Jan 2024)
Refund program started in Jan 2024 offering refunds to NFT holders who agree not to sue; Paul also filed counterclaims against co-defendants.
Retained United States Championship by DQ at Royal Rumble
Retained the United States Title by disqualification against Kevin Owens at the Royal Rumble when Owens was caught with brass knuckles.
Qualified for Elimination Chamber: Perth (defeated The Miz)
Beat The Miz on SmackDown to qualify for the men's Elimination Chamber match at the Perth event.
Successfully defended United States Title at WrestleMania XL (Night 2)
Defended the U.S. Championship in a triple threat vs Randy Orton and Kevin Owens, retaining the title (assist from IShowSpeed noted).
Announced expecting first child (with Nina Agdal)
In April 2024 Logan announced he and fiancée Nina Agdal were expecting their first child; daughter was born in September 2024.
Failed to capture Undisputed WWE Championship at King and Queen of the Ring
Challenged Cody Rhodes in a Champion vs. Champion (only Rhodes' title on the line) match and failed to win on May 25, 2024.
Filed lawsuit against Coffeezilla
In June 2024 Logan decided to sue investigative YouTuber Coffeezilla for defamation over CryptoZoo and related allegations.
Lost United States Championship to LA Knight at SummerSlam
Lost the WWE United States Title to LA Knight at SummerSlam on August 3, 2024, ending his reign at 273 days.
Birth of daughter (with Nina Agdal)
Reported birth of first child (daughter) in September 2024.
Announced joining Raw brand (special kickoff stream for Netflix deal)
Announced as joining the Raw brand during a special kickoff stream celebrating WWE's streaming launch with Netflix.
Entered 2025 Royal Rumble as #30 entrant
Entered the 2025 Royal Rumble as the 30th entrant; eliminated CM Punk and AJ Styles then was eliminated by John Cena.
Elimination Chamber: Toronto — eliminated by CM Punk
Was eliminated from the Elimination Chamber match by CM Punk.
WrestleMania 41 — defeated AJ Styles
Defeated AJ Styles at WrestleMania 41 (date per WWE timeline noted in source).
Qualified for Elimination Chamber: Toronto (defeated Rey Mysterio)
Defeated Rey Mysterio on Raw to qualify for the men's Elimination Chamber match at Elimination Chamber: Toronto.
Saturday Night's Main Event XXXIX — World Heavyweight title challenge
Challenged Jey Uso for the World Heavyweight Championship on May 24, 2025, but was unsuccessful.
Money in the Bank — teamed with John Cena
Teamed with John Cena at Money in the Bank on June 7, 2025; lost to Jey Uso and Cody Rhodes after interference from R-Truth.
Formed alliance with Drew McIntyre; SummerSlam tag match victory
Formed an alliance with Drew McIntyre and teamed with him at SummerSlam (Aug 2, 2025) to defeat Randy Orton and Jelly Roll.
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