About Dan
Daniel Robert Middleton, better known as DanTDM, is a British YouTuber and gamer who has become one of the most influential content creators in the gaming community. Known primarily for his Minecraft content, Dan has expanded his reach across multiple games and platforms, entertaining millions of viewers worldwide with his engaging personality and family-friendly content.
Million Subscribers
Billion Views
Videos Created
Years on YouTube
Major Achievements
๐ Diamond Play Button
Awarded for surpassing 10 million subscribers on YouTube, recognizing his massive influence in the gaming community.
๐ Published Author
Released "Trayaurus and the Enchanted Crystal," a graphic novel that became a bestseller and expanded his creative reach.
๐ญ World Tour
Successfully completed international live shows, connecting with fans around the globe through interactive entertainment.
๐ฎ Gaming Pioneer
One of the first YouTubers to make Minecraft content mainstream, inspiring countless other creators to follow suit.
๐จโ๐ฉโ๐งโ๐ฆ Family Content
Maintained family-friendly content throughout his career, making gaming accessible to viewers of all ages.
๐ Cultural Impact
Influenced gaming culture and helped legitimize gaming as mainstream entertainment for millions worldwide.
Career Timeline
The Beginning
2012Started "The Diamond Minecart" channel, focusing on Minecraft mod reviews and gameplay. The channel quickly gained traction for its entertaining and educational content.
Million Milestone
2013Reached 1 million subscribers, establishing himself as a major player in the Minecraft YouTube community with his unique storytelling style.
Content Evolution
2015Expanded beyond Minecraft to include various games, showing his versatility as a content creator and appealing to broader audiences.
Book Release
2016Published his first graphic novel, demonstrating his creativity extends beyond gaming into traditional media and storytelling.
Diamond Play Button
2017Received YouTube's Diamond Play Button for surpassing 10 million subscribers, joining the elite ranks of top content creators.
World Tour
2019Embarked on international live shows, connecting with fans in person and bringing his digital persona to the physical world.
Continued Growth
2020-PresentContinues to create content, adapt to new platforms, and maintain his position as one of YouTube's most beloved gaming personalities.