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    MrBeast defends controversial $500,000 “fire challenge” after backlash

    LamisiBy LamisiSeptember 30, 2025No Comments2 Mins Read3 Views
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    YouTube star, MrBeast (Jimmy Donaldson) has sparked heated debate with his latest viral video, where a contestant risked navigating fire-based obstacles for a chance to win $500,000.

    The video, titled “Would You Risk Dying For $500,000?” and released on Saturday, September 27, 2025, features professional stuntman Eric taking on a series of fiery stunts, from escaping a room engulfed in flames while tied to a chair, to leaping through burning rings and dodging explosions.

    At stake was half a million dollars. In the end, Eric successfully completed the challenge and walked away with $350,000.

    Safety Precautions

    The spectacle drew sharp criticism online, with many calling it reckless and dangerous. In response, MrBeast defended the video, insisting safety was the top priority.

    He explained that:

    • All stunts were tested by multiple professionals before filming.
    • A full rescue crew including firefighters, EMTs, ambulances, and fire trucks, was on standby.
    • A pyrotechnics team managed the fire with suppression systems and kill switches in place.
    • Smoke ventilation was used to reduce the risk of inhalation.

    According to MrBeast, none of the emergency systems had to be triggered, and everything went according to plan.

    Mixed Reactions

    Despite his explanation, critics argue that such extreme stunts glamorize dangerous behavior and could encourage risky imitations. Some compared the setup to The Hunger Games or Squid Game, saying it reflects a troubling trend of creators pushing limits for views.

    Still, the video has already attracted almost 52 million views, underscoring MrBeast’s status as the world’s biggest YouTuber and sparking renewed debate about the ethics of high-risk entertainment online.

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