Ali Abdaal is a content creator focused on helping people improve their lives through time management tips, learning techniques, and personal development.
Ali Abdaal’s journey from medical student to successful YouTuber shows his dedication to sharing valuable knowledge and insights with a global audience.
Through her engaging videos and online presence, Ali inspires and guides people on how to achieve their goals and live a more fulfilling life.
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- Full name: Ali Abdaal
- Date of birth: May 11, 1994
- Age: 29 years old
- Place of birth: Pakistan
- Nationality: Pakistani
- Occupation: Doctor, Youtuber
- Height: 1.73m
- Parents: N/A
- Siblings: Taimur Abdaal
- Spouse: Sheen Gurrib
- Children: None
- Relationship: Dating
- Net worth: $4 million
Early life
Ali Abdaal was born in Pakistan on May 11, 1994 and lived for a while in Lesotho before returning to his home country.
In 2003, he moved to the UK with his mother and brother, where they were raised by a single mother. Ali’s mother is a doctor, and his younger brother, Taimur Abdaal, founded ‘Causal’, a business planning platform.
Their journey from Pakistan to Lesotho and back, eventually settling in the UK, shows the family’s resilience and determination to create a better life for themselves.
Education
Ali’s educational journey began at Westcliff Boys’ High School in Southend-on-Sea, England, where he completed his studies in 2012.
He then studied for a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in preclinical medicine and psychology at the University of Cambridge, moving from his initial interest in computer science to his passion for medicine.
After graduating in 2015, Ali continued his studies at the same university to obtain an MBBS degree and completed it in 2018.
His scholarly activities reflect his dedication to medicine and commitment to furthering his knowledge and skills in this noble profession.
Career
Ali’s YouTube channel grew exponentially after his video ‘How to Study for Exams – Evidence-Based Study Tips’ went viral, marking a turning point in his content creation.
On September 7, 2021, he launched the YouTube podcast ‘Deep Dive with Ali Abdaal’, where he interviews popular YouTubers such as Marques Brownlee and Max Fosh.
Besides his main channel, Ali also manages other channels such as ‘Ali Abdaal – Appendix’ and ‘Not Overthinking’, while still holding down a full-time job as a doctor.
Social media
- Instagram Name: @aliabdaal
- Facebook Name: Ali Abdaal
- Twitter Username: @AliAbdaal
- YouTube Username: Ali Abdaal
Personal life
Ali was in a relationship with Sheen Gurrib. In 2021, she moved to Dubai to work and is also a YouTuber. Ali lives in London, UK.
Net worth
Ali Abdaal earns $130,000 per YouTube video ad, with additional revenue streams from affiliate partnerships bringing in up to $250,000 per year and brand deals bringing in around $400,000 per year.
In addition to creating content on YouTube, he teaches courses on Skillshare and manages the YouTuber Academy.
His company, 6med, is also continuing to operate, generating $200,000 a year. Abdaal is expanding his portfolio by writing a book that is expected to increase his net worth to $4 million.
