Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.uz) — American YouTuber Jimmy Donaldson, better known as MrBeast, will visit Central Asia for the first time and hold a public meeting with fans in Tashkent. The visit is being organized by the Uzbekistan Art and Culture Development Foundation (ACDF), its press service said.
Donaldson is one of the best-known creators on YouTube, with more than 500 million subscribers across his channels. He gained prominence through large-scale video projects characterized by substantial budgets, elaborate productions and significant prize funds.
Alongside entertainment content, MrBeast develops charitable projects. His Beast Philanthropy channel focuses on initiatives addressing hunger, access to clean water, medical assistance, support for children and families, as well as environmental projects.
The public meeting in Tashkent will be held in an interactive format. Participants will take part in games and a quiz featuring little-known facts about MrBeast. Winners will receive prizes.
The number of places will be limited. Participants will be selected randomly from among those who register using a random number generator. Registration and participation in the event are free of charge.
ACDF expects the visit by the popular YouTuber to contribute to the further development of the YouTube community in Uzbekistan and help local creators expand their presence in the international media space. The foundation also links the event to the development of domestic video production and the promotion of blogging as an independent business sector of interest to brands and investors.
The visit is taking place as part of a state program aimed at increasing the role of the creative economy, supporting youth initiatives and digital industries, and transferring international media technologies to the region.
Registration for the meeting is free and available only through the official ACDF link. Participants must be over 18 years old, and only one application per person will be accepted.
Applicants must provide their name, a valid telephone number and details of an identity document during registration.
After registration closes, the foundation will conduct a random selection among applicants who meet the established requirements. Selected candidates will be contacted directly and confidentially and informed of the date and location of the meeting. The names of participants will not be published.
ACDF separately warned about possible fraudulent schemes. The foundation does not request payment for participation, bank card details or passwords. Users are advised not to follow third-party links or trust giveaways or accounts offering access to the event or claiming to represent MrBeast or his representatives.
