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IShowSpeed boasts over 27 million subscribers on YouTube and a massive following on platforms like Twitch and Instagram. From barking like a dog during streams to attempting to outrun luxury cars, Speed's content often blurs the line between entertainment and recklessness. His latest content, however, is said to be a nod to classic physical challenges, reminiscent of Olympic athletes, but executed with Speed's signature flair. The video, which has garnered over five million views in under 24 hours, shows the streamer in his typical athletic gear, building hype before executing the jump.
In a feat that's already captivating the internet, IShowSpeed has leaped over 10 chairs in a video that's racking up millions of views. The 20-year-old content creator shared the clip on his YouTube channel late Friday, declaring himself the "first person to jump over 10 chairs!!" The video, titled "I JUMPED OVER 10 CHAIRS!! #ishowspeed," has sparked a frenzy online, with fans hailing it as one of Speed's most impressive stunts yet.
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The stunt unfolds in what looks like an indoor gym or warehouse space, with 10 standard folding chairs lined up in a row, spanning reportedly approximately 15-20 feet. Speed can be heard shouting encouragement to himself, "Let's go, Speed! You got this!", before taking a running start. With explosive power from his legs, he hurdles the entire setup, landing cleanly on the other side without knocking over a single chair. The clip ends with Speed pumping his fists in celebration, yelling, "I did it! 10 chairs, baby!"
IShowSpeed's merchandise store reportedly showed a 300% sales spike within hours of the video's release
Financially, the timing couldn't be better. Speed's merchandise store featuring items like "Jump King" hoodies inspired by the stunt reported a 300% sales spike within hours of the video's release. His YouTube memberships and donation links are also seeing a surge, underscoring how his brand thrives on these adrenaline-fueled moments. As one of the top earners on the platform, with estimated annual revenues exceeding USD 10 million from ads, sponsorships, and merch. Penta El Zero Miedo, a wrestler from the recent WWE x AAA Worlds Collide event, even reportedly shouted out Speed on X, saying, “If you're jumping chairs, come try a wrestling ring!”
However, not all feedback has been glowing. Speed's history of risky stunts has reportedly raised eyebrows among parents, educators, and even fellow creators. Just last year, reports claim that he faced backlash for jumping over a speeding Lamborghini during a livestream, a clip that divided audiences between awe and concern. "Risking his life for content," one critic tweeted at the time, echoing worries about young fans imitating his antics. Similarly, an August 2024 attempt to jump over two luxury cars a Lamborghini and a McLaren sparked debates on Reddit's r/LivestreamFail, where users questioned if the vehicles were slowed down for safety or if editing sped up the footage.
