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Mizkif

Mizkif, also known as Matthew Rinaudo,[3][4] is an American Twitch streamer and YouTuber. He is a founding member and co-owner of the gaming organization One True King.[5]

Mizkif
Mizkif in 2023
Personal information
Born (1995-02-16) February 16, 1995 (age 29)[better source needed]
NationalityAmerican
Occupations
OrganizationOne True King (2020–present)
Websitemizkif.tv
Twitch information
Channel
LocationAustin, Texas, U.S.[1]
Years active2015–present
Genres
  • Reaction
  • gaming
  • IRL
Games
Followers2.1 million
Associated acts
YouTube information
Channel
Years active2017–present
Genres
  • Reaction
  • video gaming
  • IRL
Subscribers
  • 1.01 million (main channel)
  • 1.45 million (combined)[a]
[2]
Total views
  • 413.9 million (main channel)
  • 678.2 million (combined)[b]
[2]
100,000 subscribers2020
Last updated: April 5, 2024

Early life

Mizkif was born on February 16, 1995,[6][7][8] and grew up in Montclair, New Jersey.[9] He is of Italian descent.[10] Mizkif graduated from college with a degree in finance and a 2.7 GPA.[citation needed]

Career

2016–2020: Early career

Mizkif began streaming in 2016. He streamed to a relatively small community until 2018, when he gained popularity for serving as a cameraman for fellow streamer Paul "Ice Poseidon" Denino.[9]

On April 30, 2019, Mizkif and fellow Twitch streamer and friend Esfand were banned in response to an incident that occurred at PAX East between them and Jenna "Meowri", a streamer and cosplayer, where Mizkif and Esfand made an insensitive joke towards Meowri during a livestream. They were then unbanned seven days later.[11]

2020–present: One True King and rise to popularity

In March 2020, Mizkif garnered attention after he made over $5,600 during a sleeping stream.[12] In an interview with Wired, he stated, "Most streams can be very draining. This stream was the opposite. It was very easy. It was honestly a nice break from my normal routine of playing games all day."[13]

Mizkif was the third-most-watched Twitch streamer during the 2020 United States presidential election, trailing fellow streamers Trainwreckstv and HasanAbi.[14][15]

On October 11, 2020, Mizkif, along with fellow Twitch streamers Asmongold, Esfand, Rich Campbell, and Tips Out, announced the launch of their new gaming organization, One True King.[5]

Mizkif hit one million followers on Twitch on January 18, 2021.[16]

In October 2021, Mizkif appeared on the infamous Twitch leaks, which revealed the top Twitch streamers earnings from August 2019 to October 2021. Mizkif was ranked 23rd on the list, with a reported payout of $2,086,548.21 during this time period.[17]

On September 19, 2022, Mizkif was accused by fellow Twitch streamer Trainwreckstv of downplaying and covering up an incident where his roommate and fellow streamer CrazySlick allegedly sexually assaulted female streamer AdrianahLee. Later that day, streamer Ice Poseidon, whom Mizkif worked with during his early streaming career, published a set of comments made by Mizkif from 2018 to 2019, characterized as racist and homophobic. The following day, as a result of the aforementioned incidents, Mizkif was placed on leave by One True King.[18][19][20][21] On December 31, 2022, One True King released a statement about the allegation of Mizkif covering up an incident of sexual assault.[22] According to the Texas-based law firm Jackson Walker, the investigation's counsel did not find direct evidence that Mizkif attempted to minimize or cover up sexual assault, as alleged. His status as an OTK member was reinstated.[23][24] Later on January 2, 2023, Mizkif uploaded a video apologizing for the “insensitive” and “tone-deaf” behavior he displayed in a broadcast from early October.[25][26]

Mizkif was banned from Twitch on January 13, 2023, after watching banned streamer content named "Grossgore" during a livestream. He was eventually unbanned less than 24 hours later.[27][28][29]

On February 7, 2023, Mizkif was banned on Twitch for violating the DMCA after he watched an American reality TV series called MILF Manor on his Twitch channel. He was then unbanned a day later.[30][31]

On May 28, 2023, Mizkif announced that he had joined Rumble, a video hosting site, and would stream some of his content on the platform.[32][33]

Other ventures

Unrooted

In 2021, Mizkif announced his intention to develop a platform game titled Unrooted.[34] Citing Jump King as a primary influence, the game was showcased in the platformer category at the 2022 OTK Games Expo.[35][36] Unrooted was officially released on Steam on August 2, 2024.[37][38]

Iron Forge Gym

On January 17, 2024, Mizkif announced the opening of Iron Forge Gym, located in Austin, Texas, and co-owned by himself and Norwegian Twitch streamer Knut. The facility offers full-service weight lifting as well as MMA and wrestling classes.[39][40][41]

Just Chatting Podcast

On May 6, 2024, Mizkif announced the launch of "Just Chatting Podcast", a weekly podcast hosted by himself where he interviews various guests in a one-on-one setting.[42]

Philanthropy

On December 21, 2019, Mizkif held a charity stream for St. David's Children's Hospital in Austin, Texas. His community raised over $5,000, which Mizkif would later use to purchase toys for the hospital's patients.[43]

In June 2021, Mizkif, along with fellow streamer Ryan "Simply" Reeves, rappelled down 600 Congress, a 32-story building in Austin, Texas, for a Make-A-Wish fundraiser event titled "Over the Edge". They raised over $20,000 during their companion charity stream, funded by donations from viewers.[44]

On February 10, 2023, Mizkif held a 26-hour charity stream with the goal of raising funds for the victims of the 2023 Turkey-Syria earthquakes. Mizkif and his community managed to raise $80,799.[45]

Personal life

Mizkif began dating fellow Twitch streamer and wildlife rehabilitator Maya Higa in 2019.[46] On September 14, 2021, Mizkif announced on Twitter that he and Higa were no longer in a relationship.[47]

Mizkif has a heart condition known as viral myocarditis.[48] He has also publicly spoken out about his struggles with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).[49]

Mizkif currently owns an Audi R8, an exotic sports car. On January 3, 2022, Mizkif announced on Twitter that his Audi R8 has sustained $100,000 in damages after being hit by someone in a parking lot.[50]

Mizkif currently resides in Austin, Texas, living in a house with fellow Twitch streamers Russel, Simply, and Emiru.[51]

Awards and nominations

Year Ceremony Category Work Result Ref.
2022 The Streamer Awards Best Just Chatting Streamer Himself Won [52]
Streamer of the Year Nominated
2024 Best Streamed Series Schooled Nominated [53]

Filmography

Music videos

List of music video appearances by Mizkif
Year Title Artist(s) Role Ref.
2021 "Perfect Vibe" Mitch Jones feat. Kala Himself [54]
"Booty Cheek Man" Simply Himself [55]
2022 "Dolls" Bella Poarch Extras [56]

Notes

  1. ^ Subscribers, broken down by channel:
    998,000 (Mizkif)
    366,000 (MizkifToo)
    57,400 (Mizkif Documentaries)
    13,300 (Mizkif VODs)
  2. ^ Views, broken down by channel:
    413.9 million (Mizkif)
    252.6 million (Mizkif Too)
    10.1 million (Mizkif Documentaries)
    1.54 million (Mizkif VODs)

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