Ryan Guan, also known as Ryan Kaji, is a famous American YouTuber, vlogger, social media influencer, and entrepreneur.
He is best known for his YouTube channel Ryan’s World, formerly Ryan ToysReview, where he reviews toys and games for children.
He is the highest-paid YouTuber in the world, earning $29.5 million in 2020 from his videos and product line.
He also has a TV series on Nickelodeon, an app, and a range of merchandise. He is among the most popular and influential kids on the internet, with over 30 million subscribers and 50 billion views on his YouTube channels.
Profile
- Full name: Ryan Guan
- Other names: Ryan Kaji
- Date of birth: October 6, 2011
- Age: [calculate_years datestring=”10/06/2011″] years old
- Gender: Male
- Place of birth: Texas, USA
- Nationality: American
- Profession: YouTuber, vlogger, social media influencer, entrepreneur
- Height: 4 feet 2 inches (127 cm)
- Parents: Shion and Loann Guan
- Siblings: Emma and Kate Guan (twin sisters)
- Spouse: N/A
- Children: N/A
- Relationship status: Single
- Net worth: $32 million
Early Life and Education
Ryan Guan was born in Texas, USA, on October 6, 2011. His parents are Shion and Loann Guan, engineers who run his YouTube channels.
His twin sisters, Emma and Kate, also appear in some of his videos. He is currently living in Honolulu, Hawaii.
When he was three, Ryan started making YouTube videos in March 2015 after asking his mother why he was not on YouTube like other kids.
His first video was him opening a giant egg filled with toys. His videos soon became viral and attracted millions of views and subscribers. He is now 12 and still enjoys making videos with his family and friends.
Ryan is homeschooled by his parents, who also hire tutors and teachers to help him with his education. He is interested in science, math, art, and music. He also likes to play soccer, swim, and ride his bike.
Personal Life
Ryan is single and does not have a girlfriend. He is too young to date and is focused on his YouTube career and education.
He is close to his family and friends, who often join him in his videos.
Ryan is a generous and kind-hearted kid who likes to donate toys and money to charities and hospitals.
He has donated over $1 million of toys to the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation and supported causes such as Hurricane Harvey relief, education, and animal welfare.
Career
Ryan is a successful YouTuber, vlogger, social media influencer, and entrepreneur. He has multiple YouTube channels, such as Ryan’s World, Ryan’s Family Review, Ryan’s Mystery Playdate, Combo Panda, Gus the Gummy Gator, and VTubers.
His main channel, Ryan’s World, has over 30 million subscribers and 50 billion views, making him the most-watched and highest-paid YouTuber in the world.
He reviews toys and games, does experiments, challenges, pranks, and skits, and has fun with his family and friends. He also collaborates with other famous YouTubers, such as Dude Perfect, Collins Key, and HobbyKidsTV.
Ryan has expanded his brand beyond YouTube, and has created a TV series, an app, and a range of merchandise.
His TV series, Ryan’s Mystery Playdate, premiered on Nickelodeon in 2019 and features him solving puzzles and having fun with celebrities and characters.
His app, Tag with Ryan, is a free-to-play game where he runs and collects costumes and vehicles.
His merchandise includes toys, clothing, books, video games, and more, and it is sold at major retailers such as Walmart, Target, and Amazon.
Ryan is also a social media influencer with millions of followers on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, and TikTok.
He posts photos and videos of his daily life, behind-the-scenes, and sneak peeks of his upcoming projects. He also interacts with his fans and answers their questions and comments.
Awards
- Ryan has won several awards and honours for his YouTube career and influence. Some of them are:
- Guinness World Records for the most viewed YouTube channel by a child and the most subscribers for a YouTube channel by a child (2020).
- Kids’ Choice Awards for Favorite Male Social Star (2020) and Favorite Social Music Star (2021).
- Streamy Awards for Best Kids and Family Channel (2019 and 2020).
- Forbes list of Highest-Paid YouTube Stars (2018, 2019, and 2020).
- Time list of The 25 Most Influential People on the Internet (2017 and 2019).
Net Worth
According to various sources, Ryan’s net worth is around $32 million.
He earns most of his income from his YouTube videos, which generate millions of dollars from advertising revenue and sponsorships.
He also makes money from his product line, TV series, app, and other ventures.
Controversy
Ryan has faced some controversy and criticism over his YouTube career and influence.
He has been accused of not properly disclosing sponsored products in his videos, which could mislead his young viewers and violate the US Federal Trade Commission’s guidelines.
He is facing a possible investigation by the FTC over this issue, which could result in fines or legal action.
Ryan has also been criticized for being overexposed and exploited by his parents, who control his YouTube channels and business.
Some people have expressed concern over his privacy, safety, and well-being and have questioned his parents’ motives and ethics. Ryan’s parents have defended their actions and have stated that they are doing everything to protect and support their son.
Social Media
- Instagram: @ryansworld
- Twitter: @ryansworld
- YouTube: Ryans world
Filmography
Ryan has appeared in several TV shows and movies, mostly related to his YouTube career and brand. His filmography includes:
- Ryan’s Mystery Playdate (2019-present) TV series on Nickelodeon, starring himself.
- Ryan’s World Specials (2019-present) TV specials on Nickelodeon featuring himself and his family.
- Ryan’s World: The Movie (2020) Animated YouTube movie featuring himself and his characters.
- Ryan’s World: The Musical (2021) Live-action musical on YouTube, featuring himself and his friends.
- Ryan’s World: The Adventure (2022) is a live-action adventure movie on YouTube featuring himself and his family.
