Count Dankula (YouTuber) Biography: Age, YouTube, Net Worth, Height, Girlfriend

Count Dankula, whose full name is Markus Meechan, is a Scottish YouTuber, comedian, and former political candidate from Coatbridge, Scotland.

Known for his provocative humour and social commentary, he gained notoriety with his “M8 Yer Dugs A Nazi” video, sparking a free speech debate.

Quick Facts

• Full Name: Markus Meechan
• Stage Name: Count Dankula
• Born: October 19, 1987
• Age: 38 years old
• Birthplace: Coatbridge, Scotland, United Kingdom
• Nationality: Scottish
• Occupation: YouTuber, Comedian, Former Political Candidate
• Height: Unknown
• Religion: Unknown
• Parents: Unknown
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: Suzanne Kelly
• Children: Sadie, Morag
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $1 million to $5 million

Early Life And Education

Markus Meechan was born on October 19, 1987, in Coatbridge, Scotland.

He has not disclosed information about his parents or whether he has siblings, reflecting his preference to keep certain family details private. He is of Scottish nationality and presumed Caucasian ethnicity; his religious beliefs are not documented.

Meechan grew up in Coatbridge, a former coal-mining town. He has described the area as economically struggling, noting that he and many residents identified as emos and skateboarders, with an interest in rock and heavy metal music.

Career

Count Dankula launched his YouTube channel in August 2015, initially intending it as a “shitpost” platform for memes and skits with friends.

His 2016 video “M8 Yer Dugs A Nazi,” where he taught his girlfriend’s pug, Buddha, to perform a Nazi salute to phrases like “gas the Jews” as a prank, went viral but led to his arrest and conviction under the UK’s Communications Act 2003 for being “grossly offensive.”

Fined £800 in 2018, he donated the amount to Glasgow Children’s Hospital Charity, though it was later seized. The controversy sparked global debates over free speech, with support from figures like Ricky Gervais.

His Absolute Mad Lads series, profiling eccentric figures like Simon Mann and Xu Xiaodong, has become a fan favourite, with Mann and Xiaodong praising his videos.

He runs a second channel, Count Dankula 2: Electric Boogaloo, for gaming and political content, and co-hosts the podcast The Incredible Salt Mine, with over 40,000 subscribers.

Meechan collaborated with other YouTubers, including Paul Joseph Watson and Sargon of Akkad, during his brief UKIP candidacy for the European Parliament in 2019.

He has appeared on podcasts including The Fatherless Podcast and The Official Podcast. As of 2025, he continues to produce commentary on social, cultural, and political issues, maintaining an active online presence despite ongoing controversies.

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @countdankulatv
• TikTok handle: @countdankulatv
• Facebook: Count Dankula
• YouTube channel: Count Dankula
• Twitch Channel: @count_dankula

Personal Life

Markus, 38, resides in Scotland with his wife, Suzanne Kelly (known online as Sue Hulk), a cooking channel creator.

They married before 2020 and have two daughters: Sadie (born March 17, 2021) and Morag (born March 26, 2023).

His height is not unknown, and he owns two pugs, Buddha and Bronson. A Libra, Markus is known for his outspoken, libertarian views and provocative humour. His hobbies include skateboarding, reading, and internet culture.

Net Worth

Count Dankula’s net worth is estimated at $1 million to $5 million.

His income comes from YouTube ad revenue (estimated at $5,000- $10,000 per month from 1.1 million subscribers), Patreon support, merchandise, and podcast revenue.

Filmography

• Count Dankula: Absolute Mad Lads (2018) – Producer
• Painkiller Already (2014) – Podcast Guest
• TheQuartering’s Podcast (2023) – Podcast Guest