Harley Morenstein Biography: Brother, YouTube, Net Worth, Age, Parents, Cookbook, Girlfriend, Height

Harley Morenstein is a Canadian YouTuber, content creator, producer, and former high school teacher.

He is widely recognized as the co-creator, host, and “Sauce Boss” of the viral YouTube series Epic Meal Time, which launched in 2010 and became famous for its outrageous, high-calorie meals packed with bacon, meat, fast food items, and often Jack Daniel’s, delivered with over-the-top humor and excess.

The channel exploded in popularity during the early 2010s, amassing millions of subscribers and billions of views, spawning a TV spin-off called Epic Meal Empire on FYI, merchandise, a cookbook, and guest spots with celebrities.

Quick Facts

• Full Name: Harley Morenstein
• Born: 20 July 1985
• Age: 40 years old
• Birthplace: Montreal, Quebec, Canada
• Nationality: Canadian
• Occupation: YouTuber, Content Creator, Producer, Former Teacher
• Height: 1.98m
• Parents: Mr. and Mrs. Morenstein
• Siblings: Darren Morenstein
• Spouse: None
• Children: None
• Relationship: Single
• Net Worth: $4 million

Early Life and Education

Harley Morenstein was born on July 20, 1985, in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, to Mr. and Mrs. Morenstein. He grew up in Montreal in an English-speaking Jewish-Canadian family, with his brother Darren Morenstein.

He attended Dawson College and later earned a Bachelor of Education (BEd) from McGill University in 2009. His ethnicity is Jewish-Canadian, and his religion is unknown.

Career

Harley Morenstein started his career as a substitute high school teacher in history and media at Lakeside Academy in Lachine, Quebec, while dabbling in video content on the side.

In 2010, he co-created Epic Meal Time with friends like Sterling Toth, filming absurd, calorie-heavy meals in his backyard that combined fast food, bacon overload, and comedic bravado.

The series took off quickly, with early videos like the TurBaconEpic gaining massive traction and establishing his signature deadpan delivery and chaotic energy that set the tone for internet food entertainment.

His breakthrough came as Epic Meal Time grew into a full brand, hitting over 6 million subscribers on the main channel with weekly episodes, spin-offs like HandleIt, and a TV series Epic Meal Empire on FYI.

He expanded the brand with a cookbook, merchandise, the Plate Topper product, and appearances in shows like Video Game High School and collaborations with figures such as Tony Hawk and Deadmau5.

The show’s peak in the 2010s turned him into a recognizable name in viral comedy.

Harley Morenstein has adapted his influence through personal projects like his vlog channel, the Binge Eater podcast, live DJ sets, and occasional Epic Meal Time returns.

His work helped pioneer over-the-top food content on YouTube, inspiring countless creators while he maintains a presence through streaming, social media, and creative output that keeps his fanbase engaged.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @harleyplays
• Facebook Handle: Harley Morenstein
• Twitter Handle: @HarleyPlays
• YouTube Channel: Harley Morenstein

Personal Life

Harley Morenstein is possibly single with no current relationship status known. He was previously in a relationship with Andee Jaclyn starting in 2014, appearing together in videos before they parted ways around 2019.

He later dated DJ Julie Engler from around 2020, though no long-term partnership is currently confirmed. He has no known children and often features his dog and close friends in his posts, reflecting a lifestyle centered on creativity, fitness (including keto and weightlifting in recent years), and his Montreal roots.

Net Worth

Harley Morenstein has an estimated net worth of $4 million. His primary sources of income include YouTube ad revenue and monetization from the Epic Meal Time channel’s vast library of videos, merchandise sales tied to the brand, book and product releases like the cookbook and cooking tools, sponsorships, television spin-offs, and related content ventures such as podcasting and appearances.