Who Is Asmongold?
Asmongold is one of the most watched—and most controversial—streamers on Twitch. At 34 years old, he’s built a massive following by playing World of Warcraft, reacting to videos, and delivering unfiltered political commentary.
But Asmongold is more than just a streamer. He’s become a symbol of gaming culture, internet controversy, and the chaotic lifestyle that comes with online fame.
His real name is Zachariah “Zack” Hoyt, and he’s lived a life that’s equal parts inspiring and tragic. From losing his mother to stepping down from his own company, Asmongold’s story is complicated.
Asmongold Real Name
Asmongold’s real name is Zachariah Hoyt, but he goes by “Zack.”
The name “Asmongold” came from his World of Warcraft days. He started streaming in 2014 and playing WoW way back in 2006, eventually becoming one of the platform’s most popular World of Warcraft streamers.
Today, he has 3.5 million followers on his main Twitch account (Asmongold) and 1.9 million followers on his alternate account (zackrawrr). He also has 3 million subscribers on YouTube.
Asmongold Age and Birthday
Asmongold was born in 1990, which makes him 34-35 years old as of December 2025.
Some sources list his birthday as April 20, 1990, while others say June 1990. He was born in Florida but raised in Austin, Texas, where he still lives.
How Tall Is Asmongold?
This is where things get confusing. Asmongold’s height is reported all over the place:
- Some sources say 5’7″ to 5’8″
- Others claim 6’1″
- Some even say 6’3″ to 6’4″
Asmongold himself has claimed to be 6’3″ in the past, but many fans don’t buy it. Based on comparisons with other streamers and his appearance on camera, most people estimate he’s somewhere between 5’8″ and 6’1″.
The truth? We don’t know for sure. Height is one of those things people lie about, and Asmongold has never confirmed his exact height definitively.
Asmongold Net Worth: How Rich Is He?
As of March 2025, Asmongold’s net worth is estimated at $5 million according to Celebrity Net Worth.
He’s referred to himself as a “multi-millionaire” on stream multiple times, so this figure seems accurate.
Here’s how Asmongold makes his money:
1. Twitch Streaming
Asmongold is currently the most-watched streamer on Twitch. His alternate channel, “zackrawrr,” racked up over 5 million hours watched in just two weeks in March 2025.
According to a 2021 Twitch data leak, Asmongold made $2.5 million from Twitch that year alone.
In December 2022, he revealed that in just three days of streaming, he made over $100,000.
Between January and February 2025, he earned $37,001 from Twitch, and that’s with minimal ads. If he ran ads like other streamers, that number would be much higher.
2. YouTube Ad Revenue
Asmongold’s YouTube channel generates steady income from ad revenue. With millions of views per month, this adds up fast.
3. One True King (OTK)
Asmongold co-founded One True King (OTK) in October 2020, a streaming and content creation organization. He was a co-owner until February 2025, when he stepped down from his leadership role following controversies.
OTK generates revenue through sponsorships, merchandise, and events.
4. Starforge Systems
In August 2022, Asmongold launched Starforge Systems, a PC building company, alongside fellow content creator Cr1TiKaL. The company sells prebuilt gaming PCs.
They faced backlash over high prices but responded by reducing prices by $100.
5. Mythic Talent
In February 2023, Asmongold co-founded Mythic Talent, a talent agency for streamers and content creators.
Asmongold Mom: The Tragic Loss That Changed Everything
Asmongold’s mother passed away in October 2021 after suffering from advanced COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease).
Her death was preceded by a traumatic incident. On October 7, 2021, a fire broke out in the family home. Asmongold’s mother, a longtime smoker, had been smoking too close to her oxygen machine. The oxygen tank exploded, causing fires everywhere.
Asmongold saved her from the flames, but she sustained serious burns. She was hospitalized but passed away weeks later.
On October 29, 2021, Asmongold announced her death on Twitter:
“Earlier this week, my mom passed away. I’m honestly still in shock, it’s hard to imagine that it’s even real. I don’t know if I’ll ever be able to come to terms with it. She was my best friend and the light of my life. I’ll love you, always and forever.”
Fans knew Asmongold’s mother as “Asmom.” She was beloved by his community. She even played World of Warcraft herself and hit level 60 back in 2008, a moment Asmongold shared with his fans.
How His Mother’s Death Changed Him
Asmongold has been open about how his mother’s death affected him. In a video explaining his life, he revealed that 2021 was the worst year of his life:
- His mother died
- His long-term girlfriend broke up with him
- His father fell seriously ill
After that, Asmongold said he stopped caring about his health, hygiene, and living conditions. He fell into depression, which is why his house became so notoriously messy (more on that below).
Since his mother’s death, Asmongold has not streamed on his main Twitch account. He only streams on his alternate account, “zackrawrr.”
Asmongold Dad: The Man Who Worked at the IRS
Asmongold’s father works at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). Asmongold even followed in his father’s footsteps and worked at the IRS for a short time.
In 2021, the same year Asmongold’s mother passed away, his father became seriously ill. Asmongold has said he’s now the primary caregiver for his father.
Asmongold has kept most details about his father private, but he’s mentioned that his dad is “the only one who can care for” in his life now.
Asmongold Girlfriend: Who Is He Dating?
As of 2025, Asmongold is single.
But he’s had a few relationships in the past.
Pink Sparkles (Izzy G) – 2018 to 2019
Asmongold’s most famous relationship was with Pink Sparkles, whose real name is Izzy G.
They started dating in August 2018 and announced their relationship publicly. Izzy even lived with Asmongold in Austin for a while.
The relationship ended in December 2019. They announced the breakup on December 15, 2019.
Why did they break up? The details were never fully explained, but there were hints:
- Izzy faced criticism from Asmongold’s fans, with some accusing her of being with him for his money.
- Asmongold lived in a messy house and had poor hygiene, which may have been a factor.
- They had different lifestyles. Izzy preferred the city, while Asmongold was a homebody.
After the breakup, they remained on friendly terms. When Asmongold’s mother passed away in 2021, Pink Sparkles left a heartfelt tribute:
“She was such a good and loving mom, always telling fun stories about Zack as a kid and making sure I felt welcome in her home. She will be incredibly missed.”
In 2024, Pink Sparkles had a baby. She hasn’t revealed the father’s identity. In October 2024, she announced she was taking a break from content creation to focus on being a mom.
The Long-Term Girlfriend Breakup After His Mom’s Death
Asmongold has mentioned that he had another “long-term girlfriend” who broke up with him shortly after his mother’s death in 2021.
It’s unclear if this was a new girlfriend or if he was referring to his relationship with Pink Sparkles. He’s kept this relationship mostly private.
Kaise (Rumored)
In early 2024, Asmongold was rumored to be dating a streamer named Kaise after they collaborated on streams together.
However, fans speculated this was more of a content collaboration than a real relationship. Neither Asmongold nor Kaise confirmed they were dating.
Why Asmongold Is Single
Asmongold has joked on stream about why he’s not the ideal boyfriend:
“I have completed the exodia of not being attractive to women. I live with my mom. I play video games all day. I don’t shower. I’m balding. I wear the same shirt forever. I don’t spend money. Any girl that would want to date me because I have money, that’s a disappointment—I don’t like spending money.”
He’s even said he wishes he were gay because it would be easier.
Asmongold House: The Most Infamous Messy Room on the Internet
Asmongold’s house is legendary for all the wrong reasons.
For years, his streaming setup was littered with trash. Old fast food containers, empty soda cans, dirty clothes—it was a disaster. Fans even joked that PowerWash Simulator should add his room as DLC.
How Bad Was It?
In June 2024, Asmongold admitted on stream that his house was in terrible condition:
- “I feel like there’s at least one dead animal in my house right now. I’m like 70% sure.”
- “There’s mold all over the bathroom walls.”
- “If someone tried to clean my house, they’d need a mask.”
He found a dead rat at one point. There was a hole in the ceiling caused by a possum. And in February 2024, a clip went viral showing cockroaches crawling on his shirt while he streamed.
Why Was It So Messy?
Asmongold explained in a mental health video that he stopped caring about his living conditions after his mother’s death and his depression. He said he felt like he didn’t fit in with society and just stopped trying to maintain his house.
The Cleanup: October 2024
In October 2024, Asmongold was banned from Twitch for 14 days over controversial comments about Palestinians (more on that below).
During his ban, he decided to clean his house. He viewed it as “penance” for his actions.
On October 22, 2024, he tweeted before-and-after photos showing:
- A clean living room with space to actually sit
- A clean kitchen with no dirty dishes
- Boxes of trash designated for charity
He captioned the photos: “Let there be light.”
Fans and fellow streamers celebrated the milestone. Even OTK’s Esfand teased him about it.
Asmongold Controversy: The Palestine Comments That Changed Everything
Asmongold has been involved in many controversies over the years, but October 2024 was the biggest.
What Happened
On October 14, 2024, during a livestream, Asmongold made inflammatory remarks about Palestinians and the Gaza conflict.
He called Palestinian civilians “terrible people” and labeled their culture as “inferior.” He dismissed the human cost of the conflict.
The comments sparked immediate outrage.
The Fallout
Twitch issued a 14-day ban on Asmongold’s alternate account, “zackrawrr.”
Fellow streamers called him out:
- Hasanabi told him to “stop spreading misinformation.”
- BrookeAB and Kaceytron wanted Twitch to take stricter action.
- TipsOut, an OTK co-founder, condemned Asmongold’s “dehumanizing language.”
The Apology
Asmongold issued an apology on Twitter:
“Looking back on it, I was way too much of an a**hole about the Palestine thing. My bad. Of course no one deserves to have their life destroyed even if they do things or have views I find regressive.”
The apology was criticized for being too casual. Fans felt “my bad” was dismissive.
He also released a video saying he “deserved” the ban and that he would “do better.”
Stepping Down from OTK and Starforge
After the controversy, Asmongold stepped down from his leadership roles at One True King (OTK) and Starforge Systems in October 2024.
In February 2025, he officially left OTK entirely, citing that his politically driven commentary could hurt the organization’s ability to secure sponsors.
Other Controversies
- 2017: Suspended from Twitch for comments about Hurricane Katrina.
- 2024: Called Rivers_GG’s Streamer of the Year award a “diversity pick because she’s a woman.”
- 2024: Spread “anti-woke” conspiracies about Sweet Baby Inc.
- 2025: Challenged Elon Musk to prove he leveled a Path of Exile 2 character himself. Musk unfollowed him and removed his verification check.
Final Thoughts: The Asmongold Phenomenon
Asmongold is a walking contradiction.
He’s a multimillionaire who lives like he’s broke. He’s one of the most-watched streamers on Twitch, but he refuses to shower. He’s lost everything that mattered to him—his mother, his girlfriend, his company—yet he’s still at the top of his game.
Love him or hate him, Asmongold represents something real. He doesn’t pretend to be perfect. He doesn’t hide his flaws. And maybe that’s why millions of people watch him every day.
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