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Once upon a time, there was a boy named Jimmy Donaldson chasing his YouTube dream with a unique style. He went on a continuous spree of saying a name for hours together, trying to grab the attention of the man himself. So, if you’re wondering who it is, it’s none other than a millionaire, Logan Paul.

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MrBeast is the one true example of the saying, if you put your mind to it, there’s nothing in this world you cannot do. After all, he has struggled for years to reach this stage, and finally, it has all worked out. MrBeast started his career with gaming videos, after which he moved on to a different genre of content.

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He constantly tried to get traction with his reaction videos, but miserably failed in the process. As a result, Jimmy tried a different approach to his content, out of which one idea wasn’t something that anyone ever expected. This caught the attention of the man himself, as he could not believe it to be real.

MrBeast goes on a “name” spree to grab Logan Paul’s attention

In 2017, MrBeast was a 19-year-old boy chasing the YouTube dream that he had once set. He had started gaining some popularity, as his channel roughly catered to 3 million people on average. However, that wasn’t enough for MrBeast, as he had set the bar far higher for himself. As a result, a bizarre idea struck his brilliant mind, something that nobody would ever think of.

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MrBeast went on a 17-hour-long name spree, calling out Logan Paul’s name without a break. To be precise, the video lasted for 17:06:06, a time that shocked literally everyone. Despite being on the verge of passing out, Jimmy chanted the name 100,000. He set an example to every budding YouTuber, showing them the dedication required to achieve their dreams. Interestingly, the video caught the attention of the man himself, as he quickly reacted to this.

Here’s what he said, “This is dope. This man is definitely a maverick.” By the end of 14-15 hours, it felt like Jimmy was just talking gibberish, but what he had achieved was incredible. While watching the video, Logan skipped it towards the end, locking his eyes in the final moments of it. When Donaldson finished saying “Logan Paul” 100,000th time, Paul said, “What a legend.

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It just shows how hard MrBeast has been working from day one to reach where he is now. All his videos are a sheer example of how one should chase their dreams.

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What are your thoughts about this? Did you watch this video from MrBeast? If yes, what was your first reaction? Let us know your answers in the comments section.

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Atharv Phadke is a Senior Olympics Journalist and Content Head for the division at EssentiallySports, known for his in-depth interviews and sweeping features that capture the soul of sport. A former international swimmer boasting over 300 medals, Atharv draws on his competitive roots to fuse journalistic precision with an athlete’s empathy and insight. With a master’s degree in journalism and over five years of on-ground experience, he leads the ES Olympics division with a balance of Newsroom vision and competitive drive. He was at the helm of EssentiallySports’ dynamic Paris 2024 Olympics coverage, curating stories in collaboration with the on-ground team. His research helped in capturing both the thrill of victory and the humanity at the heart of competition. Throughout his career, Atharv has engaged in exclusive conversations with sporting icons such as Anita Alvarez, Joe Choong, Griffin Colapinto, Ezra Frech, Jim “The Shark” Dreyer, and Amouranth, providing audiences with rare, intimate glimpses into their worlds. His standout coverage includes a deeply personal conversation with Noah Lyles, where the world champion opened up about his bond with his mother and the emotions behind his journey. Atharv also led EssentiallySports' Paralympics coverage, and has been at the helm of Essentially Athletics, our dedicated track and field newsletter with a mission to change traditional storytelling and celebrate the sport.

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