Jens Knossalla Biography: Wife, Age, Net Worth, Height, Twitch, Poker, Real Name

Jens Knossalla, widely known by his stage name Knossi, is a German entertainer, Twitch streamer, YouTuber, television presenter, and poker commentator who has earned the self-proclaimed title “König des Internets” (King of the Internet).

His charismatic personality, record-breaking livestreams, and diverse media presence have made him one of Germany’s most prominent digital and television personalities.

Profile

• Full Name: Jens Heinz Richard Knossalla
• Stage Name: Knossi, Therealknossi
• Born: July 7, 1986
• Age: 38 years old
• Birthplace: Malsch, Karlsruhe, Baden-Württemberg, Germany
• Nationality: German
• Occupation: German Twitch Streamer, YouTuber, Television Presenter, Poker Commentator, Entertainer, Entrepreneur, Musician
• Height: 5’8
• Parents: Mr. and Mrs. Knossalla (names undisclosed)
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: None (divorced from Tamara Knossalla in 2020)
• Children: One son, Elia (born 2019)
• Relationship: Single
• Net Worth: $500,000 to $10 million

Early Life and Education

Jens Heinz Richard Knossalla was born on July 7, 1986, in Malsch, near Karlsruhe, Germany. Little is known about his family, including his parents’ names or whether he has siblings, as he keeps these details private.

Growing up in Rastatt, Baden-Württemberg, Jens faced a modest upbringing. He attended local schools and later trained as an office clerk (Bürokaufmann), completing his vocational qualification. His early career included working as an office clerk in his hometown, but his passion for entertainment led him to pursue opportunities in media.

Jens’ charisma and knack for engaging audiences were evident early on, setting the stage for his later success in television and streaming.

Career

Knossi’s career began with small acting roles in German television, including appearances in the daily soap Gute Zeiten, Schlechte Zeiten (2008) and scripted reality shows like Richter Alexander Hold, Richterin Barbara Salesch, Lenßen & Partner, K11 – Kommissare im Einsatz, and Verklag mich doch! (2009–2012).

His first notable TV appearance was in 2009 on ProSieben’s game show WipeOut – Heul nicht, lauf!, followed by Der Kreuzfahrtkönig (2010) on RTL II, 17 Meter (2011) with Joko Winterscheidt and Klaas Heufer-Umlauf, and mieten, kaufen, wohnen (2012) on VOX.

His breakthrough came in 2011 when he won ProSieben’s casting show PokerStars sucht den PokerAss, earning a €100,000 sponsorship deal and kickstarting his poker career. He placed 240th out of 6,352 participants in a 2011 Las Vegas poker tournament, earning €31,000, and has amassed approximately €42,000 in live tournament winnings.

In 2012, Jens launched his YouTube channel, KnossiTV, and in 2016, he began streaming on Twitch as therealknossi, focusing on gaming (FIFA, Fortnite), poker, and talk shows. His Twitch channel, with over 2.2 million followers, became one of Germany’s most-watched, ranking #6 overall on TwitchTracker.

In July 2020, he and rapper Sido set a German Twitch record with their 72-hour Angelcamp livestream, peaking at 300,000 viewers, which they surpassed in October 2020 with Horrorcamp, reaching 336,000 viewers. Angelcamp II (2021) featured guests like MontanaBlack and Kool Savas.

Jens has collaborated with streamers like Inscope21, MontanaBlack, and Trymacs, and interviewed celebrities such as Sido and Pietro Lombardi on his channel.

As an entrepreneur, he founded the Knossi Shop for merchandise, co-launched the energy drink Gönrgy with MontanaBlack, and released two singles, Knossi der Boss and Alge (2020), which briefly charted in Germany’s Top 100. His autobiography, Knossi – König des Internets: Über meinen Aufstieg und Erfolg als Streamer (2020), detailed his rise to fame.

In 2023, he competed on RTL’s Let’s Dance (Season 16) with Isabel Edvardsson, finishing fifth, and hosted Big Brother: Knossi Edition 1 & 2, featuring Marc Eggers. Since 2024, he has co-managed the Gönrgy Allstars team in the Baller League with MontanaBlack.

Jens also commentates for PokerStars and PokerToday, writes a column for Pokerblatt, and moderates events, including the late-night show Täglich frisch geröstet (2020) with Stefan Raab.

Awards and Nominations

• 2011: Won PokerStars sucht den PokerAss – ProSieben casting show, earning a €100,000 sponsorship deal.
• 2020: Set German Twitch viewership records with Angelcamp (300,000 viewers) and Horrorcamp (336,000 viewers). No additional formal awards or nominations are documented, but his Twitch milestones and poker achievements highlight his industry recognition.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @knossi
• Facebook Handle: @Knossi
• Twitter Handle: @TheRealKnossi
• TikTok Handle: @therealknossi
• YouTube: KnossiTV
• Twitch: therealknossi

Personal Life

Jens Knossalla is single following his divorce from Tamara Knossalla in 2020, whom he married in 2013. The couple shares a son, Elia, born in 2019. Jens has openly discussed the emotional toll of the divorce during his livestreams, fostering a deep connection with his audience.

He resides in Baden-Baden, Baden-Württemberg, and enjoys sharing glimpses of his life, including his son’s milestones, on social media. His hobbies include poker, music, and engaging with fans.

Jens has faced controversies, including backlash for promoting online casino streams without sufficient disclosure, which raised ethical concerns in Germany. Despite this, his authenticity and resilience maintain his popularity. His Cancer zodiac sign and Chinese zodiac Tiger reflect his emotional depth and bold persona.

Filmography and Discography

Filmography:

• Gute Zeiten, Schlechte Zeiten (2008, Soap Opera) – Minor role
• WipeOut – Heul nicht, lauf! (2009, Game Show) – Contestant
• Richter Alexander Hold (2009–2012, Scripted Reality) – Minor role
• Richterin Barbara Salesch (2009–2012, Scripted Reality) – Minor role
• Lenßen & Partner (2009–2012, Scripted Reality) – Minor role
• K11 – Kommissare im Einsatz (2009–2012, Scripted Reality) – Minor role
• Verklag mich doch! (2009–2012, Scripted Reality) – Minor role
• Der Kreuzfahrtkönig (2010, Reality Show) – Contestant
• 17 Meter (2011, Game Show) – Contestant
• mieten, kaufen, wohnen (2012, Reality Series) – Participant
• Among Us: 3D Film (2020, Short/Animation) – Actor
• Kartoffelsalat 3 – Das Musical (2020, Film) – Actor
• Täglich frisch geröstet (2020, Late-Night Show) – Host
• Der Mann im Mond – (Songs aus der Bohne) (2022, Short Film) – Actor
• Let’s Dance (2023, Reality Show, Season 16) – Contestant
• Big Brother: Knossi Edition 1 & 2 (Reality Show) – Host

Discography:

• Knossi der Boss (2020, Single) – With Die Atzen
• Alge (2020, Single) – With Die Atzen

Net Worth

Jens Knossalla’s estimated net worth ranges from $500,000 to $10 million. His income derives from Twitch subscriptions, donations, and ads, with over 2.2 million followers generating significant revenue.

His YouTube channel, KnossiTV, contributes through ad revenue, while his poker winnings total approximately €42,000 from live tournaments, plus online earnings.