Since its inception in 2005, YouTube video hosting has become the de facto launching pad for the next generation of internet celebrities. It's no secret that YouTube's biggest stars are using sponsored videos and ads to cash in on an extra caviar sandwich. But which of the YouTube video bloggers makes the most money?
This question was answered by Forbes magazine with its 2017 YouTube list of the richest celebrities. The ranking of the highest paid stars in the ranking is based on estimates of tax revenue.
10. Lilly Singh - $ 10.5 million
Lilly Singh, aka Superwoman, releases comedy videos, music videos and more on her YouTube channel, where she has a loyal fan base of over 12.7 million.
Singh also released a feature film titled "Trip to Island Unicorn" for the premium YouTube Red service.
9. Ryan - $ 11 million
The six-year-old Ryan ToysReview star is the youngest celebrity video blogger in YouTube history. Ryan is the envy of all children in the world, as he manages to earn millions of dollars for the family, expressing his views on this or that toy. This family-run channel has over 10 million viewers.
8. Duo Smosh - $ 11 million
The comedy duo of Ian Andrew Hickox and Anthony Padilla appeared on YouTube in 2005 and became famous for comedy videos that parodied video games and pop culture. Anthony Padilla left Smosh in June 2017 to start his own YouTube channel and he already has over 2 million subscribers. However, Forbes still takes into account the combined income of both Smosh members, which is why it placed the duo in seventh place on the list of the richest YouTube stars.
7. Jake Paul - $ 11.5 million
Jake Paul began his internet career on the now defunct video service Vine, making comedy videos with his older brother Logan (number four on this list).
Jake now posts comedy videos, original music and more to his personal YouTube account, which has over 12 million subscribers. He's also become something of a pop culture villain. For the sake of hype around the video, he is ready to start a fire, a flood and other troubles.
6. PewDiePie - $ 12 million
Felix Kjellberg, aka PewDiePie, is a popular Swedish video game commentator whose videos show him playing various games. And the window in the upper corner of the screen shows his very emotional reaction to what is happening.
His YouTube account has over 58 million subscribers. Kjellberg was at the center of a scandal this year after his anti-Semitic remarks were reported in the Wall Street Journal. As a result, Disney and YouTube ended their advertising partnership with the blogger, although he was not banned from YouTube.
5. Mark Fischbach - $ 12.5 million
The first five richest YouTube bloggers are opened by another famous letplayer, that is, a person who shows how he goes through a particular game.He has an energetic communication style and has over 18 million subscribers on his channel.
4. Logan Paul - $ 12.5 million
The former Vine star and older brother of Jake Paul has over 14 million subscribers to his personal YouTube account, where he posts comedy videos.
Logan holds the record for YouTube subscriber growth. In just 333 days, he managed to collect 10 million subscribers.
The Paul brothers have appeared on numerous television shows, including the Disney sitcom Paige and Frankie.
3. Dude Perfect - $ 14 million
This is a channel created by twins Corey and Kobe Cotton and three of their best friends. All of them were basketball players in the past. They do sports stunts and publish comedy videos, some of which make fun of sports stereotypes.
2. Evan Fong - $ 15.5 million
VanossGaming (aka Vanoss) ranks second in the list of the most expensive bloggers of 2017. This is the nickname of 25-year-old gamer Evan Fong. Although little is known about Phong, he publishes comedy videos that show the passage of various video games.
What sets Phong's video apart from other bloggers is its superior editing quality. He often publishes videos in which long hours of play are compressed into one compact video with funny moments.
1. Daniel Middleton - $ 16.5 million
According to Forbes, the richest video blogger in the world is 26-year-old Daniel Middleton. His nickname quite eloquently suggests that Middleton is focused on the Minecraft game.
Middleton publishes daily reviews and videos on various aspects of the popular game. He's married to the popular Minecraft blogger Jemma (JemPlaysMC), and there's no doubt what game their kids will be playing.
Daniel had a world tour this year, which included four nights at the Sydney Opera House. All tickets were sold out.