Global YouTuber IShowSpeed Crashes Tuk-Tuk into Temple Wall, During Livestream

[Georgealbert]

 

 

Picture courtesy of Khaosod

 

In an unexpected incident, YouTuber IShowSpeed, who has more than 20 million followers, was involved in a minor crash while filming content in Thailand. The popular IRL (In Real Life) streamer attempted to drive a tuk-tuk but ended up crashing into a temple wall, resulting in a minor head injury.

 

On September 9, 2024, IShowSpeed, who was in Thailand for content creation, had been exploring local attractions, including riding elephants and practicing Muay Thai. During his adventures, he encountered a tuk-tuk and expressed a desire to try driving it. After receiving permission from the driver, he took the wheel with guidance on how to operate the vehicle.

 

 

Shortly after starting the tuk-tuk and increasing speed, IShowSpeed lost control due to his unfamiliarity with the vehicle. The tuk-tuk suddenly veered off and crashed into a nearby temple wall, causing the YouTuber to hit his head. Despite the driver’s attempts to stop the tuk-tuk, the crash occurred too quickly. Fortunately, IShowSpeed sustained only a minor head injury.

 

Following the accident, IShowSpeed promptly went to the temple to apologise to the abbot for the damage caused. It is expected that he will compensate for any damage to both the temple and the tuk-tuk.

 

The incident quickly gained attention on social media, with fans expressing relief that the injury was minor and commending the YouTuber for taking responsibility. This mishap adds an unexpected twist to his Thailand content, highlighting the challenges of navigating unfamiliar local customs and vehicles.

 

Video of the incident, from his YouTube channel is below.

 

-- 2024-09-10

 

 

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[Crossy]

To quote Bugs Bunny - "what a maroon!".

 

[Callmeishmael]

I suspect that the problem was that the tuk tuk was equipped with an anti-millennial driving device, aka - a manual transmission!

[Crossy]

Required reading before his next attempt

 

https://www.thetuktukclub.com/2021/06/29/how-to-drive-a-tuk-tuk/

 

 

[biervoormij]

Thanks for this video. I needed a good laugh!

 

Oh sh!t, Oh sh!t, Oh sh!t, Oh sh!t.

[Crossy]

 

For next time let's request he drives an Indian auto-rickshaw.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UynXdNm1kac

[gamb00ler]

36 minutes ago, Crossy said:

To quote Bugs Bunny - "what a maroon!".

 

I think I'll send a suggestion to YTube to create a special area where videos that get sufficient maroon votes are listed.

[outsider]

YouTuber. A byword for empty vessels with no real life- or professional-skills. Synonyms include Instagrammer, influencer... feel free to add to the list. 

[OneMoreFarang]

55 minutes ago, Georgealbert said:

YouTuber IShowSpeed, who has more than 20 million followers

What's wrong with this world?

[Old Croc]

The problem with this modern world is that maroons like this can do anything they want and people give them money.

 

According to CelebrityNetWorth, his combined ventures in gaming, streaming, and rapping have landed Darren Watkins Jr., or IShowSpeed, a total net worth of $10 million. 

 

[hotchilli]

51 minutes ago, Crossy said:

To quote Bugs Bunny - "what a maroon!".

 

I'm sure all the 20 million  morons will send a like.

[hotchilli]

2 minutes ago, outsider said:

YouTuber. A byword for empty vessels with no real life- or professional-skills. Synonyms include Instagrammer, influencer... feel free to add to the list. 

Ditto

[animalmagic]

Oh dear, how sad.  He survived!

[ChicagoExpat]

Apparently this chucklehead is actually a millionaire based off his shenanigans.

[hkblademan]

I’m sure he has adequate accident insurance…🤭🤭

[steven100]

oh dear ...  I certainly hope the tuk tuk is not damaged too much and can be repaired ...

as for the idiot that was suppose to be in control ........   go back to where you came from please..  

 

 

 

 

 

[AsiaCheese]

We have so much to learn from today's intelligencia, the YouTubers with an urge to prove to the world that they can be more stupid than the scale permits.

[Iron Tongue]

Too bad he wasn't going faster.

Yeah, I said it.  

[newbee2022]

1 hour ago, Georgealbert said:

IShowSpeed lost control due to his unfamiliarity with the vehicle

I think he lost control due to his stupidity.

What a moron.

[drgoon]

1 hour ago, Crossy said:

To quote Bugs Bunny - "what a maroon!".

 

maroon...  almost as funny as the idiot driving the tuk tuk

[ignore it]

Crashed and unfortunately not burned. 

 

I liked the theatrical tumble after the "accidental" crash.

 

 

[steven100]

maybe he got severe concussion and will never be the same again  

[cjinchiangrai]

OK, you can deport the moron now.

[TroubleandGrumpy]

This reminds me of that fellow idiot that was arrested in Japan and fines and deported.

IMO Thailand should take the same approach and take a few million baht from the idiot and then deport and blacklist.

[KhunLA]

 

[newbee2022]

13 minutes ago, steven100 said:

maybe he got severe concussion and will never be the same again  

.....and if so.....will we miss something??

[shackleton]

This will probably encourage more youtubers like him to try something different and dangerous to attract more followers and make more money 💰 🤑 

Which is  what it's all about mind you 20 million followers amazing 🥳

Welcome to Amazing Thailand 

[OneMoreFarang]

That reminds me of one of my favorite movies...

 

 

[Freddy42OZ]

1 hour ago, outsider said:

YouTuber. A byword for empty vessels with no real life- or professional-skills. Synonyms include Instagrammer, influencer... feel free to add to the list. 

 

I'd much rather be one of them than a clueless dinosaur that can't accept change. 

He has 28.8 million subscribers on Youtube alone - that in itself requires a lot of professsional skills and effort.  

You have no clue what is required to build and maintain a successful social media channel.  

[ourmanflint]

a broken neck would have got  a like from me. shame