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MontanaBlack

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Real Name

Marcel Thomas Andreas Eris

Age

Birthday

March 2, 1988

Location

Buxtehude, Germany

Creator since

2009 (17 years ago)

Language(s)

German

Daily Rank

174

24H Change

↑3

Live status

Offline

Last live: 6d ago

Last streamed: Just Chatting

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Bio

The Origin Story

Marcel Eris, born in Buxtehude, faced a turbulent youth marked by drug addiction and homelessness, a story he later detailed in his best-selling autobiography. He began his digital career in 2009 on YouTube, initially focusing on Call of Duty gameplay and commentary. His raw, unfiltered personality and direct communication style quickly resonated with a German audience looking for authenticity. By 2013, he expanded his presence to Twitch, transitioning from a pre-recorded video creator to a live personality.

Rise to Fame

MontanaBlack's ascent was characterized by a massive diversification of content, ranging from high-stakes FIFA pack openings to intense GTA V roleplay. In September 2019, he reached a historic milestone by becoming the most subscribed streamer on Twitch globally, a feat that solidified his status as a titan of the platform. His ability to build a community—often referred to as 'Die Crew'—allowed him to maintain high viewership across various game releases and IRL events. This period also saw him launch the highly successful lifestyle brand 'GetOnMyLvl,' bridging the gap between gaming and mainstream fashion.

Legacy and Current Influence

Today, MontanaBlack remains a central figure in the DACH streaming landscape, often serving as a mentor or 'uncle' figure to newer creators. Beyond streaming, he has successfully transitioned into a multi-industry entrepreneur with the launch of his energy drink line 'Gönrgy' and various real estate investments. Despite numerous controversies and platform bans over the years, his loyalty to his fan base and his 'realtalk' philosophy have maintained his relevance. He continues to set viewership records, such as his massive holiday events in late 2025, proving his enduring impact on live entertainment.

Career milestones

2009

YouTube Launch

Started creating Call of Duty gameplay videos on his first YouTube channel.
2013

Twitch Debut

Began streaming live on Twitch, quickly becoming one of Germany's top creators.
2019

Global #1 Subscriber Count

Became the most subscribed streamer on the entire Twitch platform in September 2019.
2019

Bestselling Author

Released his autobiography 'Vom Junkie zum YouTuber,' which topped German bestseller lists.
2023

Gönrgy Launch

Successfully entered the beverage market with his own energy drink brand, Gönrgy.
2025

All-Time Peak Viewership

Reached a personal record of 371,076 peak viewers during his XXL Christmas Show.