Known for
YouTube and Twitch streamer, gaming content, reaction videos, bestselling author.
Main Content Focus
Gaming live streams, reaction videos, personal vlogs, storytelling about addiction and recovery.
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Short description
MontanaBlack, born Marcel Thomas Andreas Eris, is a German-Turkish gaming content creator, streamer, and author. He rose to fame through engaging live streams and gaming videos on platforms like Twitch and YouTube, focusing primarily on popular titles such as FIFA, Call of Duty, and Fortnite. His charismatic personality and candid discussions of personal struggles—including overcoming addiction—have built him a loyal fanbase. MontanaBlack creates both gaming and reaction content, and his channels collectively reach millions of viewers. His story, detailed in bestselling books, resonates as a journey from adversity to prominence in the streaming world. Videos from MontanaBlack are primarily available on his YouTube channel “MontanaBlack” and Twitch channel “montanablack88”.
Full real Name
Marcel Thomas Andreas Eris.
Date of Birth
March 2, 1988
Nationality
German, Turkish.
City or Country of Residence
Hamburg, Germany.
Languages Spoken
German.
Hobbies and Interests
Video gaming, vlogging, storytelling about personal experiences.
Interesting facts
He has authored bestselling autobiographies about his life journey. MontanaBlack was at one point the most-subscribed Twitch streamer globally in September 2019. He launched his own energy drink, “Gönrgy,” in July 2023.
Awards and Nominations
Named most-subscribed Twitch streamer worldwide in September 2019.
Media Features and Interviews
Appeared in music videos, TV interviews, podcasts, and authored two best-selling books: “MontanaBlack: Vom Junkie zum YouTuber” (2019) and “MontanaBlack II: Vom YouTuber zum Millionär” (2021).
Notable Collaborations
Frequent collaborations with fellow gamer Andre Krieger and others.
Milestones Achieved
Reached 5.6M Twitch followers, 3M YouTube subscribers, launched bestselling autobiography, released energy drink “Gönrgy”.
Community Impact
Influenced public conversations about addiction and recovery through candid storytelling. Built a large, loyal fanbase among German-speaking gaming audiences.
Charity Work and Philanthropy
Shared personal story to inspire those struggling with addiction and mental health; charitable activities publicly discussed but not detailed in sources.
YouTube Channel
https://www.youtube.com/c/MontanaBlack
Twitch Channel
https://www.twitch.tv/montanablack88
Last Video
Channel or Blog Description
“Immer schön aktiv bleiben :)” (“Always stay active”).
Year Started
2009
Channel language
German.
Platforms Used
YouTube, Twitch.
Frequency of Content Updates
Videos are uploaded several times a week on YouTube, with frequent live streaming on Twitch.
Typical Video or Stream Length
YouTube videos average 19 minutes; Twitch streams often exceed 4 hours.
Average Number of Videos or Posts per Month
3
Target Audience Demographics
Primarily German-speaking gaming fans aged 16–35 interested in gaming, personal stories, and lifestyle content.
Audience Location Breakdown
Primarily German-speaking countries, especially Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.
Audience Engagement Methods
Live chat interactions, Q&A sessions, real-time reactions on Twitch, and discussions in video comments.
Meetups or Events with Fans
Participated in large fan meetups in Hamburg and Gütersloh with over 1,000 attendees; notable appearance at Gamescom 2022.
Plans for Channel or Blog Evolution
Expansion into lifestyle products (energy drink “Gönrgy”); ongoing focus on diversified content and brand partnerships.
Content Creation Process
MontanaBlack shares personal stories, gaming highlights, and reaction content, often filming live and later editing for vlogs and highlights.
Favorite Casino Games
Call of Duty, FIFA, Fortnite.
Main Sources of Income
Twitch and YouTube ad revenue, sponsorships, book sales, merchandise, personal brand deals, energy drink sales.
Merchandise Sales
Sells branded products through the Monte Merch shop.
Donations and Tips
Receives tips and donations from fans via Twitch during live streams.
Net Worth
Estimated $12 million.