Travis Gafford Biography: YouTube, Girlfriend, Height, Parents, Age, Net Worth, Siblings, TV Show

Travis Gafford is a prominent American esports journalist, interviewer, and content creator, best known for his extensive coverage of the League of Legends esports scene.

As the host and creator of shows like State of the League and Whose League Is It Anyway, he has built a reputation as a leading voice in the North American esports community..

Profile

• Full Name: Travis Gafford
• Stage Name: SotLTravis
• Born: May 19, 1989
• Age: 36 years old
• Birthplace: Los Angeles, California, USA
• Nationality: American
• Occupation: Esports Journalist, Content Creator, Show Host
• Height: Unknown
• Religion: Unknown
• Parents: Mr. and Mrs. Gafford
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: None
• Children: None
• Relationship: Single
• Net Worth: $200,000  to $500,000

Early Life and Education

Travis Gafford was born on May 19, 1989, in Los Angeles, California, and was raised by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Gafford. No public information is available about his siblings.

His ethnicity is American, and his religious beliefs are not publicly documented, though he previously used the gamertag “Theisticnomad,” suggesting a possible past connection to religion.

Growing up, Gafford frequently moved, which led him to immerse himself in video games like World of Warcraft, Warcraft III, and StarCraft.

He graduated from California State University, Long Beach, with a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies in June 2011, a foundation that later shaped his career in esports journalism.

Career

Gafford’s esports career began in 2011, sparked by his connection with a fellow MMO player and future Riot Games employee, Veigar. After failing to secure a job at Riot, he briefly worked in quality assurance at Activision before diving into esports content creation.

His first major break came at MLG Anaheim 2011, where he began interviewing professional League of Legends players, inspired by his friend and former roommate, pro player Doublelift.

Gafford created State of the League, a podcast modeled after StarCraft 2’s State of the Game, and later launched Whose League Is It Anyway. He worked for MLG, IPL, GameSpot, and led Yahoo Esports’ League of Legends coverage in 2016.

By 2025, his YouTube channel had amassed over 210,000 subscribers, featuring interviews, documentaries, and game reviews.

In July 2025, after 14 years, he shifted his focus to Riftbound and Magic: The Gathering content, citing personal and professional reasons. He continues to stream on Twitch and create content independently through Travis Gafford Industries.

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @travisgafford_
• Facebook: Travis Gafford
• YouTube channel: Travis Gafford
• Twitch Channel: @travisgafford

Personal Life

Travis Gafford, now 36, resides in Los Angeles, California, and is reportedly single, with no public information about a spouse or children. His height is not documented.

His early years were marked by frequent relocations, fostering a deep connection to gaming communities, including leading World of Warcraft raids in high school. Gafford’s close ties with esports figures like Doublelift and Scarra, with whom he lived briefly, shaped his early career.

His parents are noted to be proud of his ability to build a viable career in esports within two years of graduating from college. Beyond gaming, Gafford enjoys Magic: The Gathering and is known for his love of Arnold Palmer drinks.

Net Worth

Travis Gafford’s estimated net worth ranges from $200,000 to $500,000. His income is derived from multiple sources, including YouTube revenue, Twitch streaming, sponsorships, and his work with major esports organizations like Yahoo Esports and GameSpot.

His independent venture, Travis Gafford Industries, also contributes to his earnings through content production and brand partnerships.