The internet’s biggest creator has officially tied the knot!
Jimmy Donaldson, globally known to his 500 million-plus subscribers as MrBeast, has married his longtime girlfriend, South African gamer and author Thea Booysen. While fans are used to seeing Jimmy pull off massive, high-budget spectacles on YouTube, his wedding was surprisingly intimate and strictly guarded from the public eye.
Taking to Instagram on July 21, the 28-year-old superstar broke the internet by sharing a series of aesthetic wedding photos with a simple, heartwarming caption: “I found MrsBeast ❤️❤️❤️” and calling it the best day of his life.
Here is the complete breakdown of MrBeast’s highly private island wedding, the star-studded guest list, and the couple’s beautiful journey to the altar!
A Week-Long Private Island Celebration For MrBeast
Unlike his viral videos, Jimmy Donaldson wanted his big day to be a deeply personal affair away from YouTube cameras. The wedding festivities kicked off on July 14 and took place over an entire week at Richard Branson’s exclusive 74-acre private resort, Necker Island, in the British Virgin Islands. Keeping the guest list extremely tight, the couple invited only around 70 close friends and family members. Rather than filming challenges, guests spent the week enjoying relaxing island activities like kitesurfing, snorkeling, and feeding the island’s resident lemurs and flamingos.
The Stunning Wedding Attire
For the main ceremony, the couple looked absolutely breathtaking. Thea, who has now updated her name to Thea Donaldson, wore a gorgeous white lace gown designed by Nicole + Felicia Couture. Her hair was styled by Mikey Lu with the overall look curated by Jeremy Noig. Meanwhile, the groom ditched his signature MrBeast merchandise for a classic cream and black tuxedo by Ralph Lauren. Following the vows—officiated by an ordained family friend—the newlyweds shared their romantic first dance to the hit track “Die With a Smile” by Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars.
Thea Booysen: Who is the New ‘MrsBeast’?
Long before she became MrsBeast, Thea Booysen was already a highly accomplished individual. Known online as “TheaBeasty,” the 28-year-old South African is a popular Twitch streamer and esports commentator who started her content journey in 2016. Beyond gaming, she boasts an incredibly impressive academic background, holding degrees in law and psychology from Stellenbosch University, and a master’s degree in neuropsychology from the University of Edinburgh. She is also a published author, releasing her debut fiction novel The Marked Children in 2022.
From South Africa to the Altar: Their Relationship Timeline
The couple’s love story is straight out of a modern romance novel. Jimmy and Thea first met in South Africa in 2022 when the YouTuber was visiting the country and they were introduced during a dinner arranged by mutual friends. Thea later admitted that she initially thought YouTubers were all about their online personas, but was pleasantly surprised by how intelligent and down-to-earth Jimmy actually was, completely lacking an ego. After staying in touch via direct messages on X (formerly Twitter), they began dating long-distance before making their red-carpet debut at the Kids’ Choice Awards in April 2022. Following a romantic Christmas Day proposal in 2024, the couple finally sealed their vows this week.
A New Chapter Begins!
As the newlywed couple returns to their home, their beloved dogs and cats, and their massive professional empires, fans across the globe are sending in a massive wave of congratulations.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Who did MrBeast marry? YouTube superstar MrBeast (Jimmy Donaldson) married his longtime girlfriend, South African gamer, Twitch streamer, and author Thea Booysen.
2. Where did MrBeast get married? The couple tied the knot in an intimate, week-long celebration on Richard Branson’s private Necker Island in the British Virgin Islands, attended by only 70 close guests.
3. When did MrBeast and Thea Booysen start dating? The couple first met in South Africa in 2022 through a mutual friend. They began dating shortly after and made their first public appearance together in April 2022.
4. What does Thea Booysen do? Thea, now Thea Donaldson, is a popular gaming content creator, esports commentator, and published author. She also holds degrees in law and neuropsychology.
