Tyler “Ninja” Blevins Net Worth (Money & Salary)

Discover Tyler “Ninja” Blevins’ Net Worth

With a net worth of $50 million, Tyler Blevins, popularly known as “Ninja,” is an American internet personality and gamer. Renowned for his expertise in “Fortnite,” Blevins has accumulated over 24 million subscribers on YouTube, 2.5 billion views, and 18.5 million followers on Twitch. His earnings from subscriptions amount to $500,000 – $1 million monthly, given a $5 per subscription rate.

In June 2018, Ninja established a partnership with Red Bull Esports, and made history that September by being the first Esports player to appear on the cover of “ESPN The Magazine.”

On August 1, 2019, Blevins announced his departure from Twitch to the Microsoft-owned platform Mixer. At that time, “Ninja” held the record for Twitch’s most-followed active channel. Following Mixer’s closure and his return to Twitch, he received a substantial sum of money – more details on this deal will be discussed shortly.

Childhood

Born Richard Tyler Blevins on June 5, 1991, in Detroit, Michigan, Tyler Blevins was raised in Grayslake, Illinois, by his parents Cynthia and Chuck, alongside his older brothers, John and Chris. Introduced to video games by his father at a young age, Blevins played soccer during his tenure at Grayslake Central High School and worked at Noodles & Company. His professional gaming career began with competitive tournaments, aligning with gaming organizations and live-streaming his matches while studying at Wisconsin’s Silver Lake College.

Professional Journey

In 2009, Blevins delved into professional gaming, commencing with “Halo 3.” Throughout his career, he has been associated with notable organizations like Team Liquid, Cloud9, and Renegades. Blevins ventured into streaming in 2011, showcasing games like “H1Z1” and “PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds” (“PUBG”). Joining Luminosity Gaming in 2017, his popularity surged when he transitioned to “Fortnite Battle Royale,” gaining 1.5 million Twitch followers between September 2017 and March 2018. Noteworthy milestones include breaking Twitch records and winning gaming events, including the “PUBG” Gamescom Invitational Squads classification.

In collaboration with Red Bull Esports in 2018, Tyler organized the “Fortnite” event, Red Bull Rise Till Dawn, in Chicago. With earnings peaking at around $10 million in 2018, Blevins earned further recognition in 2020 when Epic Games incorporated a Ninja cosmetic skin in “Fortnite.” Noteworthy marketing deals include Electronic Arts’ payment of $1 million to promote “Apex Legends” in 2019. Following his departure from Twitch in August 2019, Blevins exclusively streamed on Mixer until its closure in July 2020, after which he resumed streaming on YouTube. As of early 2020, his monthly earnings from “Fortnite” streams exceeded $500,000.

Blevins participated in various projects like “Celebrity Family Feud,” releases such as “Ninjawerks: Vol. 1,” and appearances, including the NFL’s “The 100-Year Game” ad during the Super Bowl in 2019. In the entertainment realm, he was a contestant on Fox’s “The Masked Singer” and authored the book “Get Good: My Ultimate Guide to Gaming.”

In April 2023, Ninja’s appointment as Chief Innovation Officer at GameSquare was announced, aiming to revolutionize the esports landscape by merging GameSquare Esports Inc. with Engine Gaming and Media.

Microsoft Deal and Payout

August 2019 saw Tyler making waves in the gaming industry with Microsoft’s exclusive streaming deal for Mixer. Accompanied by fellow esports star Shroud later on, they eventually returned to Twitch in August 2020 following Mixer’s integration into Facebook Gaming. As per reports, Microsoft’s buyout clause compensated Ninja with $30 million and Shroud with $10 million. Calculating the earnings from this deal alongside his Mixer tenure, Blevins’ total income from Microsoft approximated $40 million.

Controversial Incidents

In certain instances, Blevins sparked controversy, notably choosing not to stream with female gamers to safeguard his marital relationship. Past incidents involve a temporary Twitch suspension for divulging a donor’s address with a racist message and an unplanned racial slur during a stream in 2018, prompting public apology.

Personal Life

At a “Halo” tournament in 2010, Tyler met fellow gamer Jessica Goch, commencing a relationship in 2013. Tying the knot in August 2017, the couple honeymooned in the Caribbean. Formerly Ninja’s manager and a streamer with a substantial following, Goch, now known as Jess Blevins, announced in October 2022 her resignation as Ninja’s manager to explore fresh endeavors.

Philanthropic Initiatives

Recognized for his charitable endeavors, Tyler raised over $110,000 for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention during a charity stream in 2018. Displaying generosity during the April 2018 “Fortnite Battle Royale” Esports event, he donated $2,500 per game won to the Alzheimer’s Association. His charitable inclinations reflect a broader commitment to social causes and community welfare.