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Gus Johnson is a Los Angeles-based comedian and YouTuber who is famous for his comedy skits. He is also popular for his podcast “The Gus & Eddy Podcast,” which he runs with his friend and fellow YouTuber Eddy Burback.
Originally from Grantsburg, Wisconsin, Gus Johnson was born on 20 June 1995 under the star sign Gemini. The 25-year-old YouTube star is American by nationality and is of Norwegian and Swedish descent. He graduated from Grantsburg High School in 2014. He received a degree in entertainment design concentrated on digital cinema from the University of Wisconsin-Stout.
Net Worth, Salary, and Income
Johnson created his YouTube channel in 2012 with his first video Ian’s Song. He started creating meme videos that gradually became more popular. His first viral video was “How To Get Free Food From Subway,” which has amassed 2.7 million views as of April 2021.
Since the beginning of his career, Johnson has also released music on YouTube. He has released two albums: Lighting Rods & Leaky Roofs and Champagne Seats. Along with his friend and fellow YouTuber Eddy Burback, Johnson made a podcast titled OK I’ll Talk in 2017. The two later created a new show The Gus & Eddy Podcast after moving to Los Angeles from the Midwest.
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In January 2019, Johnson was nominated for the best YouTube comedian Short Award. The same year, he signed a talent deal with Viacom to create content for Comedy Central. In 2020, he was nominated for the tenth annual Streamy Awards in the comedy category. His YouTube channel has amassed over 3.2 million subscribers with more than 752 million combined views.
Johnson has earned millions of dollars from his YouTube career and podcast. He also earns money from his Twitch channel, where he plays various games like Half-Life: Alyx, Skyrim, and The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim. As of December 2020, he has an estimated net worth of $2 million.
Dating, Girlfriend, and Affairs
Johnson is currently in a relationship with his longtime girlfriend, Abelina Sabrina. His girlfriend, a fellow YouTuber, has been an enormous part of all his work on YouTube and the tour.
The couple started dating in January 2018 and has been together for over three years. He once revealed that the work ethic and passion of his girlfriend have made his life so much better. His girlfriend has been a constant support for him in each and every hurdle.
Family, Parents, and Siblings
The comedian was born to parents Debra Johnson and Pete Johnson. His mother, Debra, is a volleyball coach and former English teacher. He is the first child of his parents. He grew up with his three younger siblings: Sven, Thor, and Hanne.
Body Measurements: Height and Weight
Johnson has a decent height of 5 feet 10 inches. He has a well-maintained, fit body that weighs around 76 kg. His blonde hair and blue eyes provide a unique blend to his personality.
