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Jordan Maron (born February 10, 1992), widely known by his online alias CaptainSparklez, is an American content creator who dominates YouTube and Twitch. He is especially famous for his Minecraft-related content.
With a staggering 11.4 million subscribers on his main YouTube channel, CaptainSparklez has established himself as a prominent figure in the gaming community.
CaptainSparklez’s journey began in 2010 at the age of 18 when he launched his first YouTube channel, initially focusing on gameplay videos of the popular first-person shooter game Call of duty.
American YouTuber
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| First and last name: | Jordan Maron |
| Stage name: | CaptainSparklez |
| Born: | February 10, 1992 (32 years old) |
| Place of birth: | Los Angeles, California, USA |
| Nationality: | American |
| Education: | Santa Barbara High School, University of California |
| Height: | 1.70 m |
| Parents: | Gordon Maron, Linda Maron |
| Siblings: | do not apply |
| Couple: | Not married |
| Girlfriend • Partner: | Kara Corvus (rum.) |
| Children: | do not apply |
| Job: | YouTuber • Twitch streamer |
| Net value: | 12 million USD (USD) |
Early Life & Education
CaptainSparklez, a famous content creator, was born on February 10, 1992 in Los Angeles, California. His family journey was marked by his parents’ separation at a young age; His mother, Linda Maron, raised him along with his stepfather, Gordon Maron, whose name was revealed in one of his Reddit videos.
While his family dynamics are well documented, details about any siblings are yet to be revealed. His educational journey began at Santa Barbara High School before entering higher education at University of CaliforniaSanta Barbara.
Initially pursuing a degree in chemical engineering, CaptainSparklez experienced a pivotal moment during his freshman year when he realized the potential of video games as a viable career path, prompting a switch to machine science count.
Career
In February 2010, CaptainSparklez began his YouTube journey with the creation of his first channel, ProsDONTtalkSHIT. Initially focus on Call of duty gaming videos, this channel attracts modest attention, averaging around 10K views per video. Realizing the potential for expansion, the content creator chose a less obvious username, predicting future growth, despite saying it was unlikely at the time.
On July 20, 2010, under his real name Jordan Maron, CaptainSparklez launched a new YouTube channel motivated by a challenge. Introduced to Minecraft by YouTuber SeaNanners, he was initially hesitant but eventually accepted the game’s growing popularity. In August 2011, he posted his first Minecraft gameplay video (Let’s Play), marking the beginning of his Minecraft content journey.
By September 2013, CaptainSparklez had solidified its position as a powerhouse of gaming content, becoming the fifth solo gaming channel to surpass one billion total video views on YouTube. This milestone highlights his prominence in the gaming content creator community.
Advancing his career trajectory, CaptainSparklez signed with prestigious talent agency William Morris Endeavor (WME) in 2015, signaling a strategic move to explore broader entertainment avenues. Furthermore, in 2016, Maron and a group of famous YouTubers voiced their Minecraft avatar characters in the sixth episode of the Minecraft spin-off game Minecraft: Story Mode.
Social Media
- Instagram handle:(@jordanmaron)
- YouTube manager: CaptainSparklez2
- Twitter name: (@SparklezUpdates)
Personal life
CaptainSparklez may be in a relationship with YouTuber Kara Corvus, as rumored. As far as we know, he has no children. Although he is not married, there have been whispers that CaptainSparklez might be in a relationship.
Net value
CaptainSparklez, the American game developer and YouTube phenomenon, boasts a net worth of $12 million.
