YouTube star Jimmy Donaldson, better known as MrBeast, is facing legal action from five female contestants of his upcoming Prime Video reality show Beast Games. The lawsuit, filed in Los Angeles, targets MrBeast’s production company, MrB2024, and Amazon, with claims of sexism, harassment, and unsafe working conditions on set.
The contestants allege that they endured an environment that “fostered a culture of misogyny and sexism.” In the lawsuit, they claim they were underfed and overworked, with meals provided sporadically, endangering their health and welfare. Allegations of sexual harassment and a hostile work environment have also emerged, further tarnishing MrBeast’s image as a philanthropic and family-friendly internet personality.
Reports surfaced earlier this year, with some contestants claiming they had gone over 20 hours without food and had not received necessary medication on time. The production of Beast Games has been thrown into uncertainty as these serious allegations continue to unfold.
Despite these controversies, MrBeast’s popularity has remained robust. Known for his philanthropy, including charitable projects in Africa and funding surgeries for those with visual impairments, MrBeast has built a multi-million dollar empire. Whether these latest allegations will affect his global standing remains to be seen.