Home / Arts and Entertainment / IShowSpeed's Whirlwind 35-Day U.S. Tour Culminates in Glitzy LA Premiere
IShowSpeed's Whirlwind 35-Day U.S. Tour Culminates in Glitzy LA Premiere
5 Oct
Summary
- 20-year-old streamer IShowSpeed named Rolling Stone's most influential creator of 2025
- Embarked on a 35-day tour of 25 U.S. states, with nonstop livestreaming
- Premiered new YouTube series 'Speed Goes Pro' at packed event in LA
As of October 5th, 2025, 20-year-old streamer Darren Watkins Jr., better known as IShowSpeed, has cemented his status as a true phenomenon. Named Rolling Stone's most influential creator of the year, the young entertainer boasts an astounding 135 million followers and has just wrapped up a landmark 35-day tour across 25 states in the U.S.
Throughout the marathon livestream, Speed's every waking moment was captured on camera, from hanging out with celebrities to facing frenzied crowds of fans. The tour's finale took place at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, where Speed premiered the first two episodes of his new YouTube series, 'Speed Goes Pro'. In the show, he trains with top athletes like Tom Brady and Suni Lee to see if he has what it takes to compete in their sports.
Despite the exhaustion of constant public attention, Speed remains energized and ambitious, even floating the idea of streaming nonstop for an entire year. As he transitions from his grueling tour to the launch of his new series, it's clear that this young superstar is just getting started. With his unparalleled charisma and work ethic, Speed is poised to leave a lasting mark on the entertainment landscape.
