Boogie2988’s biography: wife, weight loss, net worth, age, Twitter

Boogie2988’s biography: wife, weight loss, net worth, age, Twitter

Boogie2988 is a popular YouTuber and Twitch streamer. His content has attracted fans from all over the world, with his YouTube channel gaining over 4 million subscribers as of writing. He is also known for his significant weight loss, which he has been open about in his vlogs.

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Boogie2988 posing for a selfie. Photo: @realboogie2988 (modified by author)
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The popular YouTuber also goes by various fictional names. He is best known for his rants about video games and nerd culture.

Profile summary

Real nameSteven Jay Williams
Famous asBoogie2988, Boogie
Gender Male
Date of birth24 July 1974
Age49 years (as of 2023)
Zodiac signLeo
Place of birthAbingdon, Virginia, United States
Current residence Fayetteville, Arkansas, United States
NationalityAmerican
EthnicityWhite
ReligionChristianity
SexualityStraight
Height5'7" (175 cm)
Weight249 lbs (113 kgs)
Hair colourBlack
Eye colourBlue
MotherWanda Williams
FatherCarl Williams
Siblings2
Relationship statusSingle
SchoolSt. Paul High School
UniversityThe University of Virginia’s College at Wise
ProfessionYouTuber
Net worth$2.5 million
YouTubeboogie2988
Twitch@boogie2988
Boogie2988's Twitter@Boogie2988

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Boogie2988's biography

Boogie2988's real name is Steven Jay Williams. He was born in 1974 in Abingdon, Virginia, United States. His mother, Wanda, was a teacher, and his father, Carl, was a coal miner.

Growing up, the American YouTuber had a rough childhood. His mom used to verbally and physically abuse him and his siblings to the point his siblings left home. His father was absent most of the time as he was always working.

Does Boogie2988 have a sister?

He has a sister called Karla Williams

Does Boogie2988 have a brother?

He has an older brother named Bryan Williams.

How old is Boogie2988?

As of 2023, Boogie2988's age is 49 years old. His zodiac sign is Leo. The American YouTuber was born on 24th June 1974.

Where does Boogie2988 live?

He currently resides in Fayetteville, Arkansas, United States.

Education

Williams attended Saint Paul High School in Virginia, where he graduated and joined the University of Virginia's College at Wise.

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Before he got into university, Steven attended a pre-collegiate program called Upward Bound, where he made some friends and had his first girlfriend. Their relationship did not last as his girlfriend ended things.

Boogie2988 flunked and later dropped out of university. His brother gave him a way out by allowing him to move to Fayetteville, Arkansas, to reinvent himself. While there, he made even more friends and learnt how to code.

Things worsened after he was diagnosed with lymphedema, a long-term condition where excess fluid collects in tissues causing swelling. His foot was to be amputated, but the YouTuber refused to go through with the procedure.

Rise to fame

Williams joined YouTube in April 2006. At the time, he lived with a roommate who supported him financially. He began posting more content until he got a shoutout from Ray William Johnson, an American YouTuber known for his web series, Equals Three.

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Boogie2988's channel currently has over 4 million subscribers, having gathered about 920 million views in total. He is also part of the world's leading live-streaming platform, Twitch, with over 400k followers.

Boogie2988 on h3h3Productions

The popular YouTuber has also appeared on the H3 Podcast several times. H3 Podcast is a comedy podcast hosted by Ethan Klein and his wife, Hila Klein. They feature guests and have funny, serious and interesting conversations.

How much money does Boogie2988 make?

Boogie2988 has made a living through his channel, estimated to generate around $600 per day in revenue. Boogie2988's net worth is reported to be approximately $2.5 million.

Who is Boogie2988's wife?

The American YouTuber is currently single but was previously married. Boogie2988's ex-wife, Desiree Williams, is fondly known as Dez. The pair met online, and after going on dates, they decided to take things to the next level.

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In 2012, Boogie2988 proposed to his girlfriend and a year later tied the knot. Their marriage lasted four years; they parted ways in 2017. According to Boogie, their marriage ended amicably, and they remained friends.

Boogie2988's weight loss

Over the years, Williams has been open about his weight. He previously weighed over 500 pounds, with his battle with lymphedema being a contributing factor since he could not exercise.

Worried about his life expectancy, he opted for a successful surgery. As a result, Boogie2988 now weighs less than 250lbs.

Did Boogie2988's teeth get fixed?

Four years ago, Boogie2988 made a YouTube video explaining that he would get his teeth fixed. Most of his teeth at the back had completely broken and chipped, and some had infections. He had dental implants, which extended his gums quite a bit, making them look more natural.

What happened to Boogie2988?

In September 2020, Boogie2988 started trending on Twitter because of a conflict with another YouTuber, Frank Hassle, who had been harassing him for months, blaming him for his channels getting shut down.

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Frank and Boogie2988 got interviewers about the matter, and Boogie2988 warned Frank not to step foot on his property. The next day, when Frank showed up at Boogie's house, Boogie pulled out a revolver and fired a warning shot into the air.

The incident was caught on camera and the police investigated the matter. On 7 May 2021, Boogie was charged with aggravated assault, with a $5,000 bond set by the Washington County Sheriff's Department. On 7 March 2022, he revealed that his case was resolved through deferred adjudication.

Quick facts about Boogie2988

  • He won in the trending gamer category of the Game Awards 2016.
  • He was featured in a commercial for the 2013 Super Bowl.
  • He was in the English reality show, Supersize vs Superskinny, where he talks about his food addiction.

Boogie2988's transition from being depressed to one of the top YouTube stars is a remarkable achievement. He continues to gain more followers through his creative and funny content.

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Source: Legit.ng

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Adrianna Simwa (Lifestyle writer) Adrianna Simwa is a content writer at Legit.ng where she has worked since mid-2022. She has written for many periodicals on a variety of subjects, including news, celebrities, and lifestyle, for more than three years. She has worked for The Hoth, The Standard Group and Triple P Media. Adrianna graduated from Nairobi University with a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in 2020. In 2023, Simwa finished the AFP course on Digital Investigation Techniques. You can reach her through her email: adriannasimwa@gmail.com

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