No one does “fun” quite like Filipinos. When an internet personality arrives, things are bound to get interesting and IShowSpeed found this out firsthand. From riding on the nation’s favorite motorcycle-hailing app to making a cheeky joke about siopao, no moment was too small to go viral.
“And in typical Speed fashion, he immediately went live on YouTube, heading straight to the slums of Manila. He was quickly swarmed by kids and fans alike,” wrote Spin PH. Who is IShowSpeed Darren Jason Watkins Jr.
, better known as IShowSpeed, is an American internet sensation who gained rapid fame through his high-energy gaming livestreams and eccentric personality. Born in 2005, he began posting gaming content in 2016 but became a household name in 2021 due to viral TikTok clips showcasing his intense and sometimes controversial reactions. Known for his unpredictable live content, Speed engages in outrageous stunts, gaming and celebrity interactions.
Despite facing controversies, such as bans from Twitch and other platforms, his following has continued to grow. Speed’s Philippines adventure was a total vibe. He hit the courts for some basketball, tried out gulaman, siomai and siopao and even hung out with Filipino boxing legend Manny Pacquiao — who gave him a playful knockdown after a challenge.
He got swarmed by fans so hyped that he had to ask them to chill a bit. He also encountered a “burol” (a wake), danced with kids on the streets, signed a bunch of passports and di.