Chris Tyson: The Man Behind the Scenes of YouTube Sensation MrBeast

Introducing Chris from MrBeast

One of the most popular YouTube stars today is Jimmy Donaldson, better known by his online persona MrBeast. With over 112 million subscribers, MrBeast is known for his expensive stunts and giving away insane amounts of money in his videos.

But behind the scenes of every MrBeast video is his close group of friends who help him come up with video ideas and film the videos. One of those friends is Chris Tyson, who goes by the name Kris Tyson online.

Who is Chris Tyson?

Chris Tyson has been friends with Jimmy Donaldson since middle school. They grew up together in Greenville, North Carolina where the original MrBeast channel was created in 2012 when Donaldson was just 13 years old.

Tyson was one of Donaldson’s first collaborators on the channel, appearing in videos as early as 2014. While Donaldson is the creative genius behind the channel, Tyson has been instrumental in helping manage the production of MrBeast videos over the years.

Chris Tyson's Role in MrBeast Videos

As MrBeast videos have gotten bigger and more complex to produce, Chris Tyson has stepped into an executive producer-like role. He is involved in coming up with video ideas, figuring out budgets, coordinating shoots, and managing merchandise.

Tyson also appears regularly in MrBeast videos, though now under the name Kris Tyson. He often competes in challenges against other members of the MrBeast Crew like Chandler Hallow and Garret Butler for insane cash prizes.

Some of Tyson’s most notable MrBeast video appearances include:

• Winning $10,000 if he can carry Donaldson in the world's hardest obstacle course
• Competing with the crew to win a private island
• Being hunted by Special Forces in a real-life hide and seek challenge

Kris Tyson Personal Brand

While Chris Tyson may not be the face of MrBeast, he has gained a substantial following of his own. Across TikTok, Instagram and YouTube, he has over 5 million followers.

On his personal channels and profiles, Tyson gives fans a behind-the-scenes look at what goes into making MrBeast content. He also participates in his own challenges and stunts to entertain his followers.

As Kris Tyson’s brand has grown, he has gotten opportunities outside of just collaborating with MrBeast. This includes sponsorships, merch collaborations, and more.

Charity Work

Working with MrBeast has enabled Kris Tyson to also be very involved in charity. In December 2018, Tyson joined MrBeast and other creators to raise money for the Alzheimer’s Association. Together they helped raise over $150,000.

Tyson has also been part of many MrBeast videos centered around charity and giving back, like the Team Trees initiative to raise money to plant 20 million trees. This combination of entertainment and philanthropy has been central to building the Kris Tyson personal brand.

The MrBeast Crew

While Jimmy Donaldson is the creative visionary behind MrBeast, he relies heavily on his inner circle of friends to make videos happen.

This includes Chris “Kris” Tyson handling production management, Chandler Hallow helping strategize and market ideas, and Garret Butler leading merchandising and distribution. Together with other supporting crew members, they make the MrBeast channel possible.

Chandler Hallow

Chandler Hallow went to school with Donaldson and Tyson and appeared in some early MrBeast videos. In 2017, he decided to get more involved with the channel and has been an integral part ever since.

Known for his dry wit and sarcasm, Hallow tends to be the foil to Donaldson’s high energy, over-the-top persona in videos. He manages partnerships and oversees the business and analytics side of the MrBeast operation.

Garret Butler

Garret Butler met Donaldson randomly at a gas station in 2018. After hitting it off, Butler soon joined the core MrBeast Crew. He now manages merchandise fulfillment and coordinates events like MrBeast philanthropy efforts.

Butler is often featured in more physical challenge-style videos that allow him to show off his strength and athletic abilities against the other crew members.

The Future of MrBeast and Kris Tyson

At just 24 years old, Jimmy Donaldson and Kris Tyson have achieved online fame and success few YouTubers could dream of. And with a loyal fanbase of over 112 million subscribers, it does not appear that MrBeast’s popularity will be fading anytime soon.

Fans can expect bigger and crazier stunts from MrBeast and the crew in 2023 and beyond. The channel has come a long way from its humble beginnings doing strange experiments and playing video games in Donaldson’s garage.

As for Kris Tyson, he will likely continue building his personal brand and expanding his charity endeavors outside of MrBeast. But his friendship and creative partnership with Donaldson will still be central to his success.

MrBeast has inspired many people with his message of dreaming big and giving back. And right by his side through it all has been his longtime best friend Chris “Kris” Tyson.

FAQs

How did Chris Tyson meet MrBeast?

Chris Tyson and MrBeast (Jimmy Donaldson) have been friends since middle school. They grew up together in Greenville, North Carolina and started making videos when they were young teenagers back in 2012.

What does Chris Tyson do for MrBeast?

Chris Tyson is an executive producer for MrBeast. He helps come up with video ideas, manages budgets and production, coordinates shoots, oversees merchandising, and also appears in videos competing in crazy challenges.

Why does Chris Tyson go by Kris Tyson?

Chris Tyson started going by Kris Tyson to help distinguish his personal brand from his behind-the-scenes role with MrBeast. Building his own brand has allowed him to grow his own following and get sponsorship opportunities.

Is Chris Tyson involved in MrBeast's charity work?

Yes, working with MrBeast has enabled Chris Tyson to be very involved in charity work. He has helped raised money for Alzheimer's research, participated in philanthropic efforts like Team Trees, and used his platform to give back.