Rubius

Rubius has openly and repeatedly admitted in his Twitch streams that he has a huge weakness for the aesthetics of emo, goth, and "alt girls" (alternative girls).

This taste has become a recurring meme on his channel for several reasons:

His own past: During his adolescence and in his early YouTube videos (around 2009-2011), he himself adopted a style heavily influenced by the emo fashion of the 2000s, sporting the classic hairstyle with long side bangs.

Video Games and Anime: Whenever he plays a video game with a character creator, or when he reacts to anime, he always designs or notices the female characters who have dark hair, heavy black eyeliner, dark clothing, or a distinctly gothic style.

Chat trolling: His viewers are so familiar with this taste that they constantly send him memes, Instagram fan art, or TikToks of girls with that aesthetic just to see how he reacts and gets nervous live.

El Rubius has mentioned on numerous occasions that his absolute favorite anime is Naruto. In his personal top lists, he also frequently highlights works like Death Note, Neon Genesis Evangelion, Durarara!!, and Gantz. Furthermore, he has professed great enthusiasm for Attack on Titan and One Piece.

El Rubius is not a professional singer, but he has created, covered, and popularized several songs throughout his career. His most famous song, "Minero," has over 22 million views. Iconic songs by El Rubius.

Miner (Parody of Bullfighter) Views/Plays: (>22) million on elrubiusOMG YouTube and more than 1.2 million on Rubius YouTube Music.

Popularity: It's his most famous musical creation and the most viewed video on his main channel. It's the iconic Minecraft parody of the Chayanne song.

Don't Know Sht (Ft. Kidd Keo and Yay) Views/Plays: ≈ 2.7 million on Rubius YouTube Music.

Popularity: An urban track released with considerable impact within the Spanish-speaking community.

HEYEYEYEAH (Ft. Narehop) Views/Plays: ≈ 337 thousand on Rubius YouTube Music.

Popularity: A comedic reversal of the famous musical meme that the YouTuber adapted for his community. Cheap Wine by Luzu (Psytrance Mix) Popularity: A viral joke track created in honor of his friend Luzu and very well known within his live broadcasts.

Rubius Japan 2009: When Rubén turned 19, he fulfilled his biggest childhood dream by traveling to Japan with his stepfather, Mads. His obsession with the country stemmed from his early childhood, thanks to anime, manga, and classic video games. The pre-smartphone era forced Rubén to document everything with a low-resolution compact digital camera. The MeriStation forum was his public diary, where he uploaded pixelated photos and humorous chronicles in real time. The initial culture shock included getting lost on the Tokyo subway and being amazed by the lights of Akihabara. Instant noodles and cheap food from convenience stores (konbini) sustained his daily budget. Retro video game stores became his headquarters, where he spent his savings on old consoles. The extreme shyness of the 19-year-old Rubius contrasted sharply with his excitement when trying to communicate with the locals. The physical notebook he carried with him held sketches, hand-drawn maps, and otaku stickers. The birth of the digital creator occurred in that The trip shaped the aesthetic and humor he would use on YouTube. The lost manuscript of his forum posts was recovered 15 years later to publish his official book. The emotional impact of the experience led Rubén to promise to return to Japan as someone great.

Rubius's legendary trip to Japan in 2009 began when, upon turning 19, he managed to travel to the land of his dreams with his stepfather, Mads, to fully immerse himself in the otaku culture that had obsessed him since childhood. In a pre-smartphone era, Rubén documented every moment of his adventure with a low-resolution digital camera and used the MeriStation forum as a public diary, sharing humorous chronicles filled with pixelated photos of his experiences getting lost on the Tokyo subway, being mesmerized by the lights of Akihabara, and surviving on instant noodles from convenience stores. Despite his extreme shyness, he spent his savings in retro video game stores and filled a physical notebook with hand-drawn sketches and maps—an initiatory experience that shaped the humorous aesthetic that years later would catapult him to success on YouTube and that was forever immortalized in his memoir.

Wilson is the most affectionate and sociable. He is often seen participating in daily household activities, constantly seeking affection and winning the hearts of fans with his playful and appreciative nature.

Raspy is the complete opposite; she's not affectionate and doesn't handle physical contact well. She prefers to spend her time hidden away in her own space and tends to avoid being petted.

Wilson: Rubius' famous orange cat, his eyes are yellowish-green and his fur is fluffy and dense.

Raspy: (the black and white European cat) has striking green eyes.

Friends and Streaming Colleagues:

Mangel: Known as MangelRogel, he is his lifelong best friend and former roommate. They are a legendary duo on the platform.

Alexby11: A loyal friend since the early days of YouTube, always present in his role-playing games and Minecraft servers.

Vegetta777: One of his great companions in multiplayer survival series and historical founder of Minecraft projects.

Willyrex: Another historical pillar of the beginnings of the Spanish-speaking video game community. Illojuan: A streamer from Malaga with whom he shares great chemistry and a sense of humor.

Farganx: Regular content creator known for his crazy antics and multiplayer gameplay.

Quackity: Mexican streamer with whom he has frequently collaborated on online events and crazy stunts.

Luzu: Connected to his group of friends from his time living in Spain and creator with whom he has shared countless hours of gaming.

Community and Close Creators:

Auronplay: A fellow professional and one of the biggest Hispanic streamers, with whom he shares events and gaming spaces.

Ibai Llanos: With whom he collaborates on various projects, galas and massive events on Twitch.

Other creators: The wider circle is completed by recurring friends in gameplays such as Lolito, bysTaXx, CheetoSenior, Maximus, Arsilex, and aLexBY.

Other Key Facts: A legendary YouTuber and pioneering streamer, considered one of the leading figures and faces of entertainment for the entire Spanish-speaking community worldwide. He began his journey on the platform by sporadically uploading his first videos in 2006 (with comedic montages of video games like GTA IV). In 2011, he took the leap by launching his official channel and dedicating himself exclusively to content creation, revolutionizing the internet with a unique, dynamic editing style full of absurd humor. Today, he remains fully active, adapting with massive success to new trends and streaming platforms, maintaining his enormous global influence and the affection of millions of people over the decades.

Sexual orientation: Rubius came out as bisexual during a live stream in January 2023. In a conversation with other content creators, the streamer stated matter-of-factly: "Yes, I like both. Any problem? I'm bisexual."

Hates/Dislikes: El Rubius deeply dislikes several things in his environment, most notably his staunch rejection of artificial intelligence, criticism of video games for being immature, invasions of his family's privacy, and toxic online behavior. Here's a breakdown of the topics he detests most: Artificial Intelligence: He has expressed his rejection of this technology, stating that he will never use it in his products. He prefers to invest in the talent of real artists and designers. The Stigma of Video Games: He hates that society considers playing video games as childish, immature, or a "waste of time." He defends them as a form of entertainment as valid as film or literature. Lack of Privacy: He finds it very frustrating not being able to have a private life. He has had to beg friends and acquaintances not to post photos of his partner to avoid speculation and online harassment. Harassment and toxic communities: Throughout his career, he has had to deal with hordes of "haters" and organized attacks (such as when he was attacked by K-Pop fans after a simple tweet). Losing relevance: In various interviews, he has confessed that one of his greatest fears, more than losing money, is losing the affection of the community and the relevance he has worked so hard for over so many years.

Skateboarding Accident: On December 11, 2006, Rubius was skateboarding with his friends when he attempted a trick. His skateboard slipped completely on a rail, and he fell with his legs spread wide, hitting the railing. He wrecked his testicles, and his shin was smashed against the edge of the pavement when he fell. He ended up on the ground writhing and screaming in pain while his friends laughed their heads off and filmed the whole thing for that legendary old-school YouTube video.

Favorite color: Green. In his live streams (primarily on his Twitch channel), Rubius maintains an average of 20,000 to 30,000 concurrent viewers, with peak audiences often exceeding 70,000 viewers depending on the event or video game. On his secondary YouTube channel, his recurring videos regularly garner between 1 million and 3 million views, demonstrating his active and sustained audience base.

Favorite sport: Skateboarding.

Origins: He has dual nationality (Spanish and Norwegian) and spent his childhood in Norway.

Childhood: I wanted to be Spider-Man or DJ from the animated series Recess.

First console: A Super Nintendo that his grandmother's friends gave him.

Favorite game: Pokémon Red, marking the beginning of his passion for this universe.

Police anecdote: At age 16, he was arrested by police in Norway while filming with a toy gun for a school project (But he was only held temporarily in a police station).

Education: He studied 3D animation in Spain and completed high school in Norway.

Previous jobs: He was an intern and worked as a supermarket cashier before dedicating himself to YouTube.

Diagnosis: At age 15, he was diagnosed with Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD).

Height: He is 1.90 m tall, something that often surprises his followers.

Culinary tastes: He puts ketchup on everything, even lentils.

Favorite color: Green. Favorite movie: Old Boy (the original Korean version).

Musical style: He has listened to Linkin Park since he was 11 and is a big fan of Eminem.

Original music: At 16 years old I had a group with friends with whom I did freestyle and composed songs.

Scar: He has a mark on his elbow after getting hit by a stone in Norway during a bicycle fall.

Real personality: Unlike his extroverted persona on YouTube, in real life he is a shy person.

Love life: She confessed to having fallen in love on three serious occasions.

Fears: She is very afraid of the dark and always sleeps with a light on.

Early milestones: At age 12, he went to a Chayanne concert accompanied by his mother.

Relationship with fame: She acknowledged that fame has changed her life and she doesn't like it when it affects her private life.

Opinion of the "haters": He believes that many of the criticisms are due to the money that content creators earn.

His live cravings: Cookies with milk: In many of his nightly live streams or gaming marathons, it's a classic to see him appear with a giant glass of milk and a package of cookies (like Chips Ahoy or similar) to dip them live.

Sweets: She loves sour candies and gummy bears. Sometimes she has whole bags next to her keyboard and snacks on them while chatting.

The "Eating with his mouth open" meme: This is a legendary meme in his community. Rubén often forgets that his microphone is right up against his mouth and makes chewing noises (involuntary ASMR), which fills the chat with laughter, funny complaints, and disgusted emojis. Live dinners: When his streams run long, it's not unusual for him to order takeout (like pizzas, burgers, or sushi) and have dinner while chatting with his followers.

Vices:

Pokémon cards and collecting: It's one of his most expensive vices. He's spent thousands of dollars opening old booster packs looking for rare and exclusive cards.

Bacon Cheese Fries: He has repeatedly confessed that bacon cheese fries (especially those from Foster's Hollywood) are his biggest food weakness and a childhood vice. Vaping: It's a common habit he often displays during his live streams.

Video games and ADHD: Beyond being his job, spending hours on simulators and immersive games is his way of channeling his hyperactivity. In the past, he also admitted to having periods of intense addiction to the game World of Warcraft (WoW).

He likes: Rubén Doblas Gundersen, better known as El Rubius, loves video games with intense storylines (like Pokémon Red), anime, and Japanese culture. He's also passionate about rock and rap music, highlighting Linkin Park and Eminem as his favorites, and his favorite foods are hamburgers and bacon cheese fries.

In 2026, Rubius's appearance is notable for his impressive physical transformation: he looks much stronger and more toned, with a defined chest but without being excessively muscular. At 36, he maintains his unmistakable laid-back style and charisma intact. Through social media, he openly shares this evolution and his daily life with his millions of followers.

In 2026, Rubius has left everyone speechless with his impressive physical transformation. After months of dedicated focus on his health and training, he looks noticeably fitter and boasts an enviable athletic physique; however, he hasn't gained excessive muscle mass, maintaining a slender and natural silhouette that leaves behind his classic hunched posture for a more imposing figure. Even his friends are surprised to see him shirtless! With his signature long hair and that mischievous look that has captivated the internet for over a decade, his current appearance combines the maturity of his 36 years with boundless energy.

Name: Rubén Doblas (better known as El Rubius).

Age and Birth: 36 years old, born on February 13, 1990.

Sex/Gender: Male.

Zodiac sign: Aquarius.

Anatomy: El Rubius has a naturally slender build and genetics (ectomorph), meaning it's much harder for him to gain muscle mass than the average person. Although he goes to the gym and trains regularly, his transformation focuses on gaining lean muscle and improving posture, while maintaining his streamlined physique.

Appearance: Fair skin, dark brown eyes, messy brown hair. Urban style with baggy clothes and a silver chain.

Personality: Charismatic, joker, energetic.

Cats: Wilson (a very famous fat orange domestic cat) and Raspy (a black and white European Shorthair). He loves them madly and they sometimes appear in his live streams.

YouTube statistics: 40.8 million on his main channel (elrubiusOMG) and 14.6 million on his active channel (Rubius Z).

Streaming platform statistics: More than 16.4 million followers on his official channel (Rubius).

Nationality and Roots: He holds dual Spanish and Norwegian nationality, having been born in Mijas, Spain, to a Norwegian mother. Due to this cultural mix, he spent key stages of his childhood and adolescence living alternately between the two European countries, becoming fluent in Norwegian. His current identity reflects a unique blend of Spanish warmth and irreverence with the customs and Nordic heritage of his maternal family.