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Tyler1

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Real Name

Tyler Steinkamp

Age

Birthday

March 7, 1995

Location

New London, Missouri, U.S.

Creator since

2014 (12 years ago)

Language(s)

English

Daily Rank

129

24H Change

↓39

Live status

Offline

Last live: 11h ago

Last streamed: League of Legends

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Bio

The Origin Story

Tyler Steinkamp's journey began as a standout collegiate football player at Central Methodist University before he pivoted to full-time content creation. He first gained notoriety in the League of Legends community as a highly skilled Draven specialist, reaching the top of the North American ladder in 2014. However, his early career was defined by extreme toxicity and disruptive behavior, which eventually earned him the title of 'The Most Toxic Player in North America.' This reputation culminated in an unprecedented indefinite ban from Riot Games in April 2016.

Variety and the Great Return

During his two-year exile from League of Legends, Tyler1 pivoted to variety content, showcasing his unique charisma through creative IRL streams, cooking segments, and even a Bob Ross-style painting broadcast. He maintained his audience by hosting the Tyler1 Championship Series (TCS), a self-produced tournament that drew hundreds of thousands of viewers. His massive popularity and perceived behavioral improvements led to a historic unban in early 2018. His return stream shattered Twitch records for a single creator, peaking at over 382,000 concurrent viewers and solidifying his status as a titan of the platform.

Legacy and Current Influence

Today, Tyler1 is widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in streaming history, famous for his 'built different' mantra and intense work ethic. He completed a legendary 'all-roles' Challenger challenge in League of Legends, proving his elite game knowledge across every position. In recent years, he has successfully transitioned into the world of online chess, reaching the top 0.6% of players on Chess.com and bringing a massive new audience to the game. His brand remains one of the most recognizable in gaming, blending raw competitive intensity with a deeply loyal community.

Career milestones

2016

Indefinite Riot Games Ban

Tyler1 was indefinitely banned from League of Legends for disruptive behavior, forcing a pivot to variety content.
2017

First TCS Tournament

He successfully hosted the Tyler1 Championship Series, attracting over 200,000 concurrent viewers.
2018

The Great Unban

His return stream to League of Legends set a then-record for the most viewers for an individual streamer on Twitch.
2020

Joining T1

Tyler1 officially signed with the prestigious South Korean esports organization T1 as a content creator.
2022

All-Roles Challenger

He completed the monumental feat of reaching Challenger rank in all five League of Legends roles.
2024

Chess Elo Peak

Tyler1 reached a peak Elo of 1960 on Chess.com, cementing his status as a high-level competitive chess player.

Tyler1 FAQ

How old is Tyler1? +

Tyler1 is 30 years old.

What is Tyler1's real name? +

Tyler1's real name is Tyler Steinkamp.

What is Tyler1's net worth? +

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What games does Tyler1 play? +

He is primarily known for League of Legends (specifically Draven) and high-level competitive Chess, along with variety titles like Old School RuneScape.

When did Tyler1 start streaming? +

Tyler1 began creating content and climbing the League of Legends ladder around 2014, with his Twitch channel gaining major traction in 2016.

Where can I watch Tyler1? +

You can watch Tyler1 live on his Twitch channel, loltyler1, or catch his highlights on his official YouTube channel.