MrBeast Gets Engaged to Thea Booysen; Pics Are Going Viral

Popular YouTuber MrBeast has announced his engagement with fellow YouTuber Thea Booysen. He has shared the news on social media. MrBeast revealed he popped the question on Christmas Day in a thoughtful, family-filled moment. He went on to share some photographs on Instagram, announcing his biggest collaboration yet.

MrBeast Announces His Engagement:

Sharing the series of heartfelt pictures, he wrote, "Ya boy did a thing..." In the pictures, MrBeast was seen wearing matching Christmas sweaters with his fiancée, surrounded by loved ones during their engagement celebration. In an interview with People, he revealed that the proposal was a heartfelt family affair, with both his and Thea's families playing a role in the surprise, including her family traveling all the way from South Africa to share in the special moment. 

Photo Credit: Instagram

Wishes Poured In:

The post has garnered lots of love and the comment section is filled with heartfelt wishes. Shilpa Shetty wrote, "Wow congratulations," with red heart emojis. Ranveer Allahbadia has also extended his warm wishes.

"It Was a Surprise..."

Talking about the proposal Booysen said, "My family flew out from South Africa for Christmas and we were going to do Christmas in our house so both families were here. We were opening presents, and then for the very last present he asked me to close my eyes because it was a surprise."

"I Went Down On A Knee..."

Sharing details about the moment, MrBeast added, "I intentionally dropped a large box to make noise before presenting the real gift — with the ring inside — to her. And then I went down on a knee and proposed."

Known for his larger-than-life challenges, he surprised everyone by opting for a private, intimate engagement instead. "My friends thought I'd propose in a huge, public way, like at the Super Bowl, but I wanted it to be the complete opposite—something personal and special," he shared.

Who is YouTuber Thea Booysen?

Thea Booysen, a South African author and content creator, hails from Cape Town. She has built a strong following through her online presence and academic work. Booysen holds degrees in psychology and law from Stellenbosch University, along with a master's degree in neuropsychology from the University of Edinburgh. Her YouTube channel, "More Than Human," explored psychological topics.