MrBeast marks 26th birthday with extravagant car giveaway

YouTube sensation MrBeast, who is known for his extravagant giveaways and eye-catching content, has embarked on another grand event to celebrate his 26th birthday. In an astounding move, he announced that he would be gifting 26 Tesla cars to lucky followers worldwide.

Posted on his Instagram account last May 8, Jimmy Stephen Donaldson, or more famously known as MrBeast, shared a photo of himself surrounded by 26 Teslas, each representing a year of his life. Captioning the post, he declared, “It’s my 26th birthday, so I am giving away 26 Teslas to my followers!”

The rules of his giveaway are pretty simple: participants only need to like the post, comment and tag two friends, and they have to make sure that they are following MrBeast’s account. Eligibility spans across several countries, including the United States, Australia, Canada, and the United Kingdom, among others, with exceptions outlined for the United States.

Those who wish to join the giveaway have until May 10, with only one comment allowed per person to maintain fairness. Winners, chosen randomly, will be announced on or before May 11, and notified either through Instagram Direct Message or in the comments section.

The grand prize, a 2024 Tesla Cybertruck, which is valued at $120,000 or roughly ₱7 million, will be given to one lucky winner, while 25 others will drive away with a Tesla Model 3, each worth $39,000 or roughly ₱2.2 Million. Winners will also have the option to receive equivalent cash prizes.

MrBeast’s generosity knows no bounds. Last year, he astonished followers by distributing $50,000 or roughly ₱2.8 Million in cash on his birthday. Beyond giveaways, he’s also known for his attention-grabbing content, from recreating the hit show Squid Game to assisting 1,000 individuals in need of cataract surgery. 

With almost 256 million YouTube subscribers to his name, MrBeast’s influence extends far beyond social media. As he continues to lure audiences with his content, generosity and creativity, his 26th birthday event stands as yet another testament to his impact on both the digital and real-world communities.

— By Samantha Prats