Author: Ashlee Manalang

Ashlee Manalang

Ashlee is an experienced writer with a passion for all-things writing. She cares about representation in media & writing for diverse audiences.

SteveWillDoIt is an American YouTuber and content creator with a net worth of $6 million. Real name Stephen Deleonardis, he’s best known for his challenge-based videos and his involvement with NELK. The majority of his wealth has come from YouTube ad revenue, brand sponsorships and business ventures such as Happy Dad seltzer. Background SteveWillDoIt was born in Oviedo, Florida, on the 26th of August, 1998. He started his journey as a content creator in his late teens, but he hasn’t revealed much about his life prior to YouTube. Per his own explanation, he opted to move to YouTube after Instagram…

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For most people, a bad hair day starts after getting out of bed. This was Max Valverde’s problem until he created Morninghead, a shower cap you use to quickly restyle your hair in the morning. Max pitched the product on Shark Tank and got some laughs but no deal. As of 2024, Morninghead is worth an estimated $200,000. Max Valverde’s Background Max Valverde hails from Boston, and moved to Rhode Island, to pursue a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering at Brown University. After graduating in 2006, he was hired as the Manager for International Sales and Engineering at a construction…

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When life gets too stressful, simply rubbing on a textured surface can calm you down. Michael Malkin invented Calm Strips, a tactile calming tool you can carry anywhere. After pitching it on Shark Tank, the founders got a deal with Robert Herjavec. Calm Strips is now worth $3 million. The Founders Michael Malkin is from Newport News, Virginia, and has a bachelor’s degree in English from Old Dominion University. After college, he became an English teacher at Newport News Public Schools and a store manager at Dell. He also managed an Apple retail store, where he met Luce Fuller. Luce…

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The smell of used diapers is unpleasant but you don’t have to suffer if you spread some Diaper Dust inside the diaper before rolling it up. The unique deodorizing powder was created by Regina Crisci and scored a deal with Mark Cuban on Shark Tank. As of 2024, Diaper Dust is worth an estimated $300,000. Regina Crisci’s Background Regina Crisci resides in Winterville, North Carolina, but used to live in Boonsboro, Maryland, where she finished high school. She started her nursing studies in Italy and eventually completed them at Frederick Community College. In 2014, Regina earned her professional license and…

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Aside from an insider’s look into the mining business, Discovery’s Gold Rush provides viewers with an insight into the personal lives of the cast members. The love life of Rick Ness, a long-running star on the show, is sometimes featured in the series. This is why fans are curious about his girlfriend, Leese Marie. Background Leese Marie doesn’t share much about her early life, but she was born on October 25, 1977. The 46 year old is four years older than Rick and also comes from Milwaukee, Wisconsin. It is also possible that they knew each other growing up. Leese…

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Korean cuisine is delicious, and one of its staple dishes is kimchi. Mama O’s Premium Kimchi is an authentic recipe made the traditional way in Brooklyn. Founders, Kheedim Oh and Myung Oh appeared on season 14 of Shark Tank but didn’t get a deal. As of 2024, Mama O’s Premium Kimchi is worth $2.5 million. Kheedim Oh’s Background Kheedim Oh is the son of South Korean immigrants who settled in Maryland, United States. He moved to Washington, DC, to study audio engineering at American University. After college, he lived in New York City. Although he has a degree, Kheedim never…

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Tony Beets has an estimated net worth of $15 million! This makes him the richest miner on Gold Rush by a clear distance. Tony Beets is one of Klondike’s most renowned gold miners. He runs one of the biggest mining operations in the Yukon and has become a reality TV star thanks to the Discovery Channel’s Gold Rush. The eccentric Dutchman came to Canada with just $300 and didn’t even speak English. Early Life Tony Beets was born on December 15, 1959 in Wijdenes, Netherlands – a small village in the north of the country. Beets grew up on a…

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Sporting a chiseled jawline, Connor Murphy was once a hugely popular fitness personality on social media. He still has 2.4 million YouTube subscribers and 419,000 fans on Instagram but his following is in decline. Followers have also been worried about his mental health. The type of content he produces is drastically different from earlier videos. From flexing in public with his shirt off to posting videos talking about the benefits of drinking your own urine. In May 2021, he uploaded two videos titled ‘RIP Connor Murphy’ and ‘Connor Murphy’s Final Words.’ Faking his own death led to family and friends…

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HGTV has introduced many reality power couples throughout the years. This includes Ben and Erin Napier from the hit show Home Town, where they work together to renovate properties in Laurel, Mississippi. Their series and spin-offs are popular with home improvement enthusiasts. Ben and Erin Napier have a net worth of $5 million and earn $30,000 per episode. Background The reality TV stars hail from Laurel, Mississippi, but Ben moved around a lot as his parents were ministers. Ben was actually a youth minister up until 2014 but resigned to focus on running his business. In comparison, Erin’s mom is…

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Enes Yilmazer is a high-end real estate broker who rose to fame showcasing luxury properties on YouTube. His content gives an inside view into some of the most expensive homes in the United States. Enes Yilmazer has a net worth of $1.5 million in 2024. Background Enes was born in the coastal town of Alacati, Tukey on January 4, 1990. He occasionally posts about them on social media but has never revealed their identities. Because he lived near a beach, he started windsurfing at 13 years old and eventually turned pro. In 2013 and 2015, Enes clinched the National Turkish…

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