American YouTube sensation IShowSpeed, whose real name is Darren Watkins, won the prestigious Streamer of the Year award at the Esports Awards 2025 ceremony in Las Vegas on Wednesday, November 19, 2025.
The 20-year-old creator clinched his first win in the highly competitive category, triumphing over a strong field of nominees, including popular streamers Kai Cenat and Ibai Llanos.
Watkins, who boasts millions of followers across YouTube and other platforms, shared a pre-recorded video message thanking his dedicated fanbase for voting and supporting him. His win highlights the growing influence of his chaotic, community-driven content style in the global streaming and esports landscape.
