DanTDM Biography: Wife, Age, Children, Net Worth, Height, Parents, YouTube, Minecraft

DanTDM, whose real name is Daniel Robert Middleton, is a British YouTuber, gamer, actor, and author, best known for his Minecraft gameplay videos and family-friendly content.

With a massive online following, he has become one of the most influential gaming content creators globally, recognized for his engaging commentary and creative storytelling.

Profile

• Full Name: Daniel Robert Middleton
• Stage Name: DanTDM (The Diamond Minecart)
• Born: November 8, 1991
• Age: 33 years old
• Birthplace: Aldershot, Hampshire, England
• Nationality: British
• Occupation: YouTuber, Gamer, Actor, Author, Voice Actor
• Height: 5 feet 6
• Parents: Mr and Mrs Middleton
• Siblings: One younger brother (name undisclosed)
• Spouse: Jemma Middleton (née Millward, married March 17, 2013)
• Children: Asher Middleton (son, b. January 5, 2020), and Miles Middleton (son, b. August 22, 2022)
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $35 million to $40 million

Early Life and Education

Daniel Robert Middleton was born on November 8, 1991, in Aldershot, Hampshire, England, to parents whose names remain private. The eldest of two children, he has a younger brother. His father was in the British Army, leading to frequent moves during Daniel’s early childhood.

The family settled in Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, where Daniel attended Wellingborough School. His parents divorced when he was young, a challenging period that he later shared influenced his resilience. Daniel’s passion for gaming began at age five with classics like Crash Bandicoot and Pokémon.

He developed an interest in video production during his teenage years, inspired by early YouTubers. After high school, he briefly worked at Tesco and studied music production at the University of Northampton, but dropped out in 2012 to focus on his YouTube career, a decision supported by his mother despite initial family skepticism.

Career

Daniel launched his YouTube channel, initially called The Diamond Minecart, on July 14, 2012, focusing on Minecraft Let’s Play videos. His first video featured Skyrim, but Minecraft gameplay, including custom mod adventures and roleplay series like The Diamond Dimensions, propelled his channel to fame.

By 2016, his channel, rebranded as DanTDM, became one of the UK’s top YouTube channels, earning him a Guinness World Record for “Most Views for a Dedicated Minecraft Video Channel” (over 17 billion views by 2025). He expanded into Fortnite, Among Us, Roblox, and Pokémon content, maintaining a family-friendly tone.

In 2017, he launched the DanTDM Presents UK tour, a live interactive gaming show, and published Trayaurus and the Enchanted Crystal, a New York Times bestselling graphic novel. His voice acting includes Ralph Breaks the Internet (2018, as eBay Bidder) and Skylanders Academy (2016, as Cy).

He starred as himself in the YouTube Premium series DanTDM Creates a Big Scene (2017) and appeared in Free Guy (2021) alongside other YouTubers. Daniel also released a Minecraft mod pack, authored DanTDM’s Official Guide to Minecraft (2023), and collaborated with Epic Games for a Fortnite skin in 2024.

His channels include @DanTDM (28.7 million subscribers), @DanTDMLive (1.86 million), and @MoreTDM, with over 1,000 videos uploaded by 2025.

Awards and Nominations

• Kids’ Choice Awards (2016, 2017, 2020): • Won Favorite UK YouTube Creator (2016, 2017). • Nominated Favorite Gamer (2020).
• Guinness World Record (2016): • Most Views for a Dedicated Minecraft Video Channel.
• Shorty Awards (2018): • Nominated for Best YouTube Creator.
• Forbes Top Creators (2017): • Ranked #1 Top Influencer in Gaming. Note: Claims of Webby Awards are misattributed (e.g., to Alan Becker). His Fortnite skin and graphic novel are significant industry recognitions.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @dantdm
• Twitter Handle: @dantdm
• YouTube: @DanTDM, and @DanTDMLive

Personal Life

Daniel, lives in Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, with his wife, Jemma Middleton, a former schoolmate and fellow gamer who co-manages his YouTube channel and designs Minecraft skins. They married on March 17, 2013, and have two sons, Asher (b. January 5, 2020) and Miles (b. August 22, 2022).

Of Caucasian descent and Christian faith, Daniel is private but shares family moments, like Asher’s birth announcement on Instagram. He owns three pugs—Ellie, Darcie, and Peggy—who appear in videos, and he mourned the loss of Peggy in 2023.

His hobbies include music production, comic book collecting, and Pokémon card trading. A 2018 controversy over a homophobic slur in a video led to an apology and commitment to inclusivity. Daniel supports charities like Great Ormond Street Hospital and maintains a controversy-free image, with fans on X lauding his wholesome content.

Filmography

• DanTDM Creates a Big Scene (2017) – Himself (YouTube Premium series)
• Ralph Breaks the Internet (2018) – eBay Bidder (voice)
• Skylanders Academy (2016) – Cy (voice)
• Free Guy (2021) – Himself (cameo)

Net Worth

DanTDM’s net worth is estimated at $35 million to $40 million. His income derives from YouTube ad revenue ($1–$5 million annually, per Socialblade), sponsorships (Epic Games, Mattel), merchandise (hoodies, backpacks), his Fortnite skin, and book sales (Trayaurus and the Enchanted Crystal).