Ben Azelart

Benjamin Roger Azelart, better known as Ben Azelart, is an American YouTube star, actor, and skateboarder. He commands one of the largest audiences on the platform, with over 51 million subscribers on his self-titled channel as of 2026. His high-octane videos, which feature elaborate challenges, pranks, and adventure stunts, consistently pull in tens of millions of views.

Beyond his main channel, Azelart runs the Stay Wild brand, a full-scale production company that manages multiple channels and signed with CAA in early 2026. He also co-founded Backflip Cereal, launched in July 2026. With a following that extends to TikTok (over 16 million) and Instagram, he has become a defining figure in the next generation of digital creators.

Fans know him for his fearless, fun-loving persona and his signature tagline, "Subscribe for Good Luck." He continues to push the boundaries of what YouTube content can be, blending construction-scale builds with comedy and social experiments. [edit]

Ben Azelart was born in Dallas, Texas, but his family moved to Hawaii when he was just three years old. He spent his childhood on the islands, where he developed a deep love for skateboarding and action sports. By age nine, he was already competing, and he went on to enter events like the Association of Skateboarders Hawaii competitions, King of the Groms, and the 2017 Vans US Open.

He attended Kailua Intermediate School in Hawaii. Growing up, he was also fluent in both English and French, a skill he picked up from his family. His first foray into content creation came in 2014 when he launched his self-titled YouTube channel, initially posting skateboarding videos. A key nudge came from fellow influencer Alex Hayes, who suggested he start sharing his life on social platforms.

For years, Azelart balanced his passion for skating with his growing interest in online video. He lived in Hawaii until age 15, then relocated to Los Angeles to pursue his dreams. He later reportedly enrolled in a private Hawaiian university for degree studies, though his online career quickly took precedence. [edit]

Ben Azelart's breakthrough came not from a single viral moment but from steady, consistent growth. He uploaded his first YouTube video in 2016, and by 2018 his channel began gaining serious traction. That year, he starred in the reality series Bucket List and the web series Brobot. In 2019, his video "Cutting Peoples Earphones, Then Giving Them Airpods" exploded with over 46 million views, cementing his place in the YouTube mainstream.

He expanded into acting with appearances on No Good Nick (2019) and Family Reunion (2020). In 2021, he participated in the boxing event Social Gloves: Battle of the Platforms against Landon McBroom, and later that year he competed in Season 3 of Netflix's reality competition Inside, finishing 4th out of 12 contestants.

His biggest move came in March 2021 when he launched the Stay Wild brand, starting with a podcast that ran for 10 episodes. The brand has since grown into a multimedia empire. By April 2023, he rebranded his secondary channel to Stay Wild Vlogs and bought a new warehouse for content. In early 2026, Stay Wild scaled into a full production company, signing with CAA and operating with over 20 full-time staff, three sound stages, and a post-production suite in Orange County. The company manages five channels that collectively drew 7.1 billion views in the prior year. In July 2026, he launched Backflip Cereal under the Stay Wild umbrella. [edit]

Ben Azelart's public persona is built on high-energy, adventurous, and prank-filled content. He is known for elaborate, expensive-looking stunts, often blending construction spectacle with comedy and social experiments. His videos feature everything from floating houses to survival bunkers, all professionally produced.

Media and fans see him as a successful YouTuber, skateboarder, and entrepreneur. His content targets a younger audience, primarily teens and young adults, drawn to his adventurous lifestyle and social media trends. While some videos promote positive messages, his content isn't always considered kid-friendly due to risky activities, pranks involving deception, and occasional crude humor.

His social media voice is energetic and playful, with a signature tagline "Subscribe for Good Luck." Fans connect with his fearless approach to challenges and his close-knit circle of collaborators, including Brent Rivera and Jordan Matter. [edit]

Ben Azelart's audience operates under the banner of "Stay Wild," a phrase that serves as both the title of his wiki and the central ethos of his official brand rather than functioning as a formalized fandom name like those found in music or sports. This community, numbering over 16 million on TikTok alone, engages with high-budget stunts and chaotic domestic experiments that transform ordinary spaces into impossible environments. The scale of this engagement drives massive viewership for videos such as "I Built a SECRET Zoo In My House!" and fuels commercial ventures like Backflip Breakfast, signaling a loyal consumer base capable of sustaining major platform initiatives. Ben Azelart is currently evaluated by iFANN but does not hold a placement in the published Global Top 1,000 rankings. While he commands one of the largest audiences on YouTube with over 51 million subscribers, the Global Fame Engine has determined he remains outside the current scope of its top-tier lists. His influence is nonetheless cemented by industry milestones, including a representation deal with CAA and a feature on Sidemen's "Inside" regarding a single video generating an estimated $1.2 million in revenue. These financial feats and extreme physical productions distinguish his channel from standard vlogs, positioning him as a dominant figure in the creator economy despite the absence of a specific ordinal rank in the global hierarchy.[edit]

Ben Azelart keeps a fluffy brown dog named Roger, who occasionally appears in his videos. He has a stated preference for pasta and strongly dislikes when people place their feet on his car dashboard. If he had not pursued a career in content creation, Azelart has mentioned he would have chosen to become a pilot. A notable detail of his background includes serving four days in the army during 2023, a fact he shared directly with his audience. He is also an active member of Amp World, a collective of fellow creators. Beyond these personal details, several legendary moments define his public narrative. One widely retold story involves a YouTube video generating an estimated $1.2 million in revenue, a financial milestone that sparked significant buzz after appearing on the Sidemen's "Inside" feature. Another defining chapter in his lore is his strategic expansion into mainstream commerce with the launch of Backflip Cereal, positioning him as a successor to major snack brand strategies. His career mythology is further cemented by extreme physical feats, such as surviving 100 hours stranded at sea and building an "EXTREME School Bus," which serve as verified documented events that distinguish his channel from standard vlogs. Fans frequently cite the construction of a secret zoo inside his house as a definitive moment where domestic space was transformed into an absurd environment, a visual spectacle that epitomizes his "chaos" brand.[edit]

Ben Azelart was born to Jill and Lionel Azelart. He grew up with his older brother, Julien Azelart, who sometimes appears in his videos. The family moved from Texas to Hawaii when Ben was three, and later he relocated to Los Angeles for his career. He is currently engaged to Hannah Thomas, and the couple shares a home where they live with their dog Roger. [edit]

Ben Azelart frequently collaborates with a close-knit circle of fellow web stars, including his brother Julien Azelart, Brent Rivera, Lexi Rivera, Jordan Matter, and Salish Matter. These collaborations often feature in his high-energy challenge videos and have helped expand his reach across multiple platforms. [edit]

Ben Azelart's dating life has been a topic of interest among fans. Before 2018, he was rumored to be dating fellow YouTuber Lexi Hensler, but it was later clarified they were just friends.

In May 2018, he began dating actress Brighton Sharbino. They attended prom together, and their relationship lasted nearly a year. Sharbino later called it "the best relationship you could possibly have at that age" and their breakup "the smoothest breakup."

Around the same time, he started dating Lexi Rivera, the younger sister of his close friend Brent Rivera. Their relationship, which began in 2017 or 2018, was highly publicized through frequent collaborations. They announced their breakup in 2020, stating they still cared for each other as friends but the relationship "no longer made [them] happy." They remain good friends and continue to appear in each other's content.

In December 2020, Azelart began dating Instagram star Hannah Thomas. They have been together since, and as of 2026, they are engaged. The couple lives together in Los Angeles with their dog Roger. [edit]

iFANN currently estimates Ben Azelart's net worth at $30 Million as of 2026. His primary income source remains YouTube ad revenue, with his main channel generating an estimated $233,550 per month from AdSense alone, according to vidIQ. Combined with his other channels and brands, his yearly earnings from YouTube are projected between $595,499 and $815,834. Beyond ad revenue, Azelart earns through lucrative brand partnerships. He has secured sponsorships with Predator Helmets, Immortal Shoelace, and DVS Shoes. His Stay Wild brand also partners with major companies like Lego, Red Bull, and Epic Games. Merchandise sales and collaborations with other influencers add significant income. The Stay Wild brand has evolved into a full production company, signing with CAA in early 2026. With over 20 full-time staff, three sound stages, and a post-production suite in Orange County, it manages five channels that collectively drew 7.1 billion views in the prior year. This expansion has turned his content creation into a scalable business. He also co-founded Backflip Breakfast, which launched Backflip Cereal in July 2026, adding a consumer product revenue stream. His net worth has grown steadily from an estimated $1.6 million in 2022 to around $4 million in 2023, and now sits at $30 Million as of 2026, reflecting his rapid rise and business acumen.[edit]