Alexander Burriss, professionally known as Alex Wassabi, is an American YouTuber, actor, boxer, entrepreneur, and social media personality.
He is best known for co-creating the comedy YouTube channel Wassabi Productions, which gained worldwide popularity through its comedy sketches, parodies, and challenge videos.
In addition to his online success, Wassabi has appeared in films and television series and has competed in influencer boxing events.
Essential Data
- Full Name: Alexander Burriss
- Stage Name: Alex Wassabi
- Born: March 28, 1990
- Age: 36 years old
- Birthplace: Great Falls, Montana, United States
- Nationality: American
- Ethnicity: Filipino and White (European-American)
- Occupation: YouTuber, Actor, Boxer, Entrepreneur, Social Media Personality
- Height: 1.82 m (5 ft 11¾ in)
- Religion: Christianity
- Parents: Adam Burriss and Maribel Burriss
- Siblings: Aaron Burriss, Andrew Burriss, and Mariah Burriss
- Spouse: Alexxis Lemire
- Children: None
- Relationship: Engaged
- Net Worth:$10 million USD
Early Life and Education
Alex Wassabi was born on March 28, 1990, in Great Falls, Montana, United States. During his childhood, his family relocated to Lexington, Kentucky, before eventually settling in Durham, North Carolina.
He was raised by his parents, Adam Burriss and Maribel Burriss, alongside his older brother, Aaron Burriss, younger brother, Andrew Burriss, and younger sister, Mariah Burriss.
Growing up in a creative household, he developed a passion for comedy, filmmaking, and entertaining others from an early age.
Wassabi attended school in Durham, North Carolina, before pursuing higher education, though he later shifted his focus to building a career on YouTube.
Career
Alex Wassabi launched Wassabi Productions with his longtime friend Roi Fabito (Guava Juice), producing comedy sketches, music parodies, and challenge videos.
The channel achieved international recognition after its parody of Carly Rae Jepsen’s “Call Me Maybe” went viral, attracting hundreds of millions of views and turning Wassabi Productions into one of YouTube’s biggest comedy channels.
After Fabito departed the channel in 2016, Alex continued creating content independently while expanding his personal brand.
Wassabi established himself as an actor with appearances in productions such as Boo 2! A Madea Halloween, Light as a Feather, Escape the Night, and Middle School Moguls.
In 2022, he entered influencer boxing, defeating Deji Olatunji before competing against other internet personalities.
Alongside acting and boxing, he has collaborated with major brands, launched merchandise, and continued producing lifestyle, comedy, and travel content for millions of followers across social media platforms.
Awards and Nominations
- Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards (2018) – Favourite Funny YouTube Creator – Nominated.
- Streamy Awards (2019) – Best Ensemble Cast (Escape the Night) – Nominated.
Social Media
- Instagram: @alexwassabi
- Facebook: Alex Wassabi
- X (formerly Twitter): @alexwassabi
- TikTok: @alexwassabi
Personal Life
Alex Wassabi, 36, is currently engaged to Alexxis Lemire. He previously dated YouTubers Lauren Riihimaki (LaurDIY) and Caeli.
He enjoys travelling, basketball, fitness, snowboarding, filmmaking, and spending time with his family. Alex Wassabi stands 1.82 m (5 ft 11¾ in) tall.
Net Worth
Alex Wassabi has an estimated net worth of $10 million USD. His wealth comes from YouTube advertising revenue, acting projects, influencer boxing, brand endorsements, sponsored partnerships, merchandise sales, business ventures, and social media monetization.
Filmography
- Boo 2! A Madea Halloween
- Escape the Night
- Light as a Feather
- Middle School Moguls
- Airplane Mode
- Asian Bachelorette