Meet AJ Shabeel, whose real name is Ayaanle Shabeel, a popular YouTuber known for his hilarious content.
He posts wild pranks and challenges on YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram. He's gathered more than 1.8 million subscribers on YouTube and over 977,000 followers on TikTok.
Let's dive into who AJ really is—from his background and rise to fame to what makes him a standout creator.
How old is AJ Shabeel?
This year, AJ Shabeel is hitting the big 2-9! He was born on August 30, 1996, which makes him a Virgo.
Where is AJ Shabeel from?
AJ was born in Leidschendam-Voorburg, a town in the Netherlands.
He has Somali roots and moved with his family to the UK when he was nine.
AJ Shabeel's family and personal life
Content creation seems to run in the family, as his younger sister, Suaad Shabeel, is also a YouTuber. Raised in a Muslim household, AJ's family background is a mix of Somali heritage and Dutch roots.
When it comes to his love life, AJ keeps things on the down-low, focusing on his content instead. Standing at 5'7", he's known to his friends in the Beta Squad by the nickname 'The Triangle Schmuck'.
AJ Shabeel's journey as a creator
AJ Shabeel's knack for comedy and smart collaborations shot him to YouTube stardom.
- He kicked things off on YouTube back in 2015, inspired by other creators to post his own pranks and challenge videos.
- Joining the Beta Squad was a game-changer, and he didn't stop there, creating two more YouTube channels and building a huge following on TikTok.
- Today, he's a core member of Beta Squad and even dabbles in music, releasing tracks like "My Life."
- Fun fact: Before all the fame, he and fellow Beta Squad member Chunkz actually worked together at a movie theater!
What kinds of followers does AJ Shabeel have?
AJ's followers are mostly teens and young adults who live and breathe social media. They're the kind of people who are always scrolling through YouTube and TikTok for the next big thing.
His audience is all about the laughs, tuning in for his wild pranks, challenges, and comedy videos. They're also big fans of the whole creator scene, especially group collabs like the Beta Squad.
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