Carl Deman Biography: Wife, Age, Kids, Net Worth, YouTube, JLC & Gambling Recovery

Carl Mikael Jörnvik Déman, known as Carl Déman, is a Swedish YouTuber, influencer, and voice actor recognized for his comedic content as part of the humor trio JLC, alongside Jonas Fagerström and Lucas Simonsson.

Rising to fame in 2015 with his viral parody song “Vafan,” which garnered over 4 million views, Déman has built a significant online presence with JLC’s YouTube channel, boasting over 786,000 subscribers by 2025.

Known for vlogs, challenges, and pranks, he has also been open about his past struggles with gambling addiction, sharing his journey in his 2019 book Med livet som insats: min historia.

Profile

• Full Name: Carl Mikael Jörnvik Déman
• Stage Name: Carl Déman
• Born: 11 November, 1992
• Age: 32 years old
• Birthplace: Mölndal, Sweden
• Nationality: Swedish
• Occupation: YouTuber, Influencer, Voice Actor
• Height: Unknown
• Parents: Mr. and Mrs. Déman
• Siblings: Nellie Déman
• Spouse: Sanna Jörnvik Déman (m.2023–present)
• Children: Sam Déman , Toulouse Déman
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $2 million

Early Life and Education

Carl Mikael Jörnvik Déman was born on November 11, 1992, in Mölndal, Sweden, near Gothenburg. His parents’ names are not publicly known. He has a younger sister, Nellie Déman.

Details about his formal education are limited, but he pursued creative interests early, focusing on comedy and content creation. His ethnicity is Swedish, and his religion is not publicly known.

Career

Carl Deman began his career in 2015 with a breakthrough parody of the Swedish film series Johan Falk, releasing the song “Vafan,” which amassed over 4 million views on YouTube. Initially gaining traction through Instagram, where he built a following of over 500,000 by 2019, Déman’s comedic skits and relatable humor resonated widely. His early work included solo content, but his career took off when he joined forces with Jonas Fagerström and Lucas Simonsson to form JLC in 2016, following a chance meeting during a Sony-sponsored tour in Norrköping.

JLC, formed in 2016, became one of Sweden’s top YouTube channels, known for vlogs, challenges, and pranks like their viral “Haffa guzz” series. The trio won the 2017 Guldtuben Award for “Årets Stjärnskott” (Rising Star) and was ranked the most influential social media group by Medieakademin’s Maktbarometer in 2023. Déman’s Instagram account was listed as Sweden’s ninth most influential in 2022. He also ventured into voice acting and published his memoir Med livet som insats: min historia in 2019, detailing his recovery from gambling addiction, which added depth to his public persona.

As of 2025, Carl Déman remains a key figure in JLC, co-hosting their popular podcast Mellan Himmel och Jord. He starred in the reality show Förrädarna (2024) on TV4, competing alongside notable figures like MMA fighter Liam Pitts. JLC’s YouTube channel continues to thrive, with over 786,000 subscribers, and Déman manages several businesses, including Carl Déman AB and Cadappa Padel AB. His influence extends through brand collaborations and a candid approach to mental health advocacy, inspiring fans with his resilience and humor.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @carldeman
• Facebook Handle: Carl Déman
• YouTube Channel: Carl Deman

Personal Life

Carl Deman married influencer Sanna Jörnvik in the summer of 2023, and they have two children: a son, Sam, born in 2020, and a daughter, Toulouse, born in 2024. Residing in Mölndal, Déman is open about his past struggles with gambling addiction, which he detailed in his 2019 memoir. He enjoys a close relationship with his JLC bandmates, often collaborating on creative projects outside YouTube, including their podcast.

Net Worth

Carl Déman has an estimated net worth of $2 million USD. His wealth primarily comes from JLC’s YouTube revenue, with over 786,000 subscribers generating significant ad income, and his Instagram partnerships, leveraging his 500,000+ followers. His businesses, including Carl Déman AB and Cadappa Padel AB, contribute through music production, event management, and padel-related ventures.