IShowSpeed, aka Darren Jason Watkins Jr., has arrived in Istanbul. The 20-year-old phenomenon, one of the world’s most-watched young broadcasters, garnered significant attention with his livestream from Istanbul. Approximately 500,000 people watched the livestream on YouTube.
IShowSpeed is officially in Istanbul
At a time when digital content consumption is rapidly increasing in Turkey, this viewing figure is a remarkable figure for social media and broadcasting. IShowSpeed has over 42 million followers on his YouTube channel.
IShowSpeed has gained fame for his livestreams of popular video games, such as FIFA and Fortnite. However, his success isn’t limited to gaming alone. He is also known as a rapper and internet sensation who reaches a wide audience. A fan of Cristiano Ronaldo, IShowSpeed frequently demonstrates this love in his broadcasts and social media posts.
He was first spotted in Taksim Square upon his arrival in Istanbul. He captured Istanbul’s bustling and vibrant atmosphere with a live broadcast he filmed there. He then toured various locations throughout the city.
He was accompanied on these trips by CZN Burak, one of Turkey’s well-known influencers. The pairing of the two influencers generated widespread interest on social media and digital platforms. This partnership attracted both local and global followers.
IShowSpeed’s live broadcasts in Istanbul were widely shared on social media. Millions of users on platforms like Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok shared their stories and their Istanbul experiences, demonstrating the influencer’s strong following both in Turkey and globally.
