MrBeast says he's broke and even has to borrow money from his mom for his wedding

You’d think the guy who gives away islands and stacks of gold bars would be rolling in cash, right? Turns out, not exactly. Jimmy Donaldson , better known as MrBeast , has just shaken up the internet by claiming he personally has "very little money." Yes, really. In fact, he's even borrowing from his mom. Here’s why that’s not as crazy as it sounds.
The Truth Behind the BillionsWith over 400 million subscribers and viral videos that often involve massive cash prizes, private jets, or recreating Squid Game, MrBeast looks every bit the digital mogul. Add in his Amazon Prime show, food brand Lunchables-style “Lunchly,” and even his restaurant chain MrBeast Burger — and it’s easy to assume he’s swimming in cash. But according to MrBeast himself, the reality is quite different. In a recent post on X (formerly Twitter), he responded to a claim that he’s the youngest self-made billionaire alive. His response? “I personally have very little money.” Instead of pocketing his income, he says he pours almost everything he earns straight back into his content and businesses.

I personally have very little money because I reinvest everything (I think this year we’ll spend around a quarter of a billion on content). Ironically i’m actually borrowing $ from my mom to pay for my upcoming wedding lol

But sure, on paper the businesses I own are worth a lot.

— MrBeast (@MrBeast) June 2, 2025

Where’s All the Money Going?Simple answer: back into the brand. MrBeast says he’s on track to spend around $250 million this year alone creating content. That's not just marketing talk, he’s gone on record saying he lost “tens of millions” making his Amazon show, Beast Games. He’s committed to raising the production value of every video, pushing creative limits, and delivering experiences that are unlike anything else online. He’s not buying mansions, Lambos, or yachts. In fact, he’s joked that he’ll “never own” any of those things because they just don’t interest him.


So… He Borrowed From His Mom?Yes, and not even for his next massive video. He says he needed the money to help fund his wedding. That may sound absurd given the public perception of his wealth, but it fits his philosophy. MrBeast appears to operate on razor-thin margins personally, reinvesting everything to keep his empire growing. And while he admits that “on paper”, his companies are worth a lot, he doesn’t live like someone with billions at his fingertips.

MrBeast may not have billions sitting in his personal bank account, but on paper, his empire is worth a fortune. He’s proof that in today’s creator economy, wealth isn’t always about yachts and Rolexes. Sometimes, it’s about pouring everything you’ve got into your mission… even if that means asking your mom for a quick loan. And honestly? That’s kind of iconic.