Jessica Bravura Biography: Height, Ethnicity, Age, Net Worth, Siblings, Parents, Films, Books, Awards

  Jessica Bravura, known online as Aphmau, is an American YouTuber who gained prominence through her engaging Minecraft roleplay series.

Launching her YouTube channel in 2012, she initially collaborated with friends before taking complete control of the content.

Her series, such as “Minecraft Diaries” and “MyStreet,” resonated with audiences, leading to a substantial increase in subscribers and views over the years.

Profile

• Full name: Jessica Bravura
• Nickname: Aphmau
• Date of birth: October 16, 1989
• Age: 35 years old
• Gender: Female
• Place of birth: Houston, Texas, United States
• State of origin: Texas
• Nationality: American
• Profession: YouTuber, Twitch streamer
• Height: 4 feet 10 inches
• Parents: Sylvanna (mother); father’s name not publicly disclosed
• Siblings: One half-brother
• Spouse: Jason Bravura
• Children: Joseph Bravura, Julia Bravura, Jennifer Bravura, Jessabelle Bravura
• Relationship status: Married
• Ethnicity: Mexican-American
• Net worth: $94.14 million

Early Life and Education

Jessica Bravura is now 36 years old and was born on October 16, 1989, in Houston, Texas. Her parents separated when she was around two years old, and her mother, Sylvanna, primarily raised her. Jessica spent much of her childhood living with her grandmother alongside her aunts and cousins.

She has a half-brother who is thirteen years her senior. Growing up, Jessica was introduced to video games through her brother’s gaming console, which sparked her interest in gaming.

Her parents eventually bought her a Nintendo 64, marking the beginning of her gaming journey. Information regarding her formal education, including the schools she attended, her graduation year, and her major, is not publicly available.

Personal Life

Jessica met her husband, Jason Bravura, in 2005 while playing the online game Final Fantasy XI. Their virtual connection evolved into a real-life relationship, leading to their marriage in 2012 at Walt Disney World.

Together, they have four children: Joseph, Julia, Jennifer, and Jessabelle. Jessica and Jason have also collaborated professionally, co-founding CatFace Studios, a production company that manages her YouTube content and merchandise line.

Career

Jessica began her YouTube career in 2012 with the channel Challenge Accepted Inc., initially collaborating with friends before becoming the sole content creator.

She gained popularity through her Minecraft roleplay series, notably “Minecraft Diaries” and “MyStreet,” which showcased her storytelling abilities. Over time, she expanded her content to include other games, such as Spore, The Sims 4, and Roblox.

In 2019, Jessica and Jason established CatFace Studios to manage her growing brand, including the production of her videos and the development of merchandise such as the MeeMeows plush toy line.

Her channel experienced significant growth starting around 2020, with weekly views reaching over 131 million by March 2021. As of 2025, her YouTube channel boasts over 23 million subscribers and 25.7 billion views.

Awards

Streamy Awards

• 2021: Gaming – Her YouTube channel – Nominated
• 2022: Gamer – Her YouTube channel – Nominated
• 2023: Gaming – Her YouTube channel – Nominated

Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards

• 2024: Favourite Gamer – Her YouTube channel – Nominated

Shorty Awards

• 9th Annual: Gaming – Her YouTube channel – Nominated

Net Worth

Jessica Bravura’s net worth is estimated to be $94.14 million. Her income primarily stems from her YouTube channel, where she earns significant ad revenue due to her large viewership.

Social Media

• Instagram: @aphmau_
• X: @Aphmau_

Filmography

• 2025: A Minecraft Movie – Herself (cameo appearance)

Books

• 2025: Aphmau: Searching for Home – A Minecraft-inspired graphic novel co-authored by Aphmau and Michela Cacciatore, published by HarperCollins.