Duke Dennis, born Denzel Shaquille Dennis on February 26, 1994, in Greenville, South Carolina, is a well-known content creator, primarily recognized for his lifestyle vlogs. Standing at 6 feet 2 inches (188 cm), he has built a massive online presence through his YouTube and Twitch platforms.
| Real Name | Denzel Shaquille Dennis |
| Birthday | February 26, 1994 |
| Age | 31 |
| Height | 6’2 |
| Birth Sign | Pisces |
| Ethnicity | Black |
| Nationality | American |
Early Life & Military Service
Before becoming a full-time content creator, Duke Dennis served in the U.S. Army. Growing up with two brothers under the care of a single mother, he developed a passion for sports, particularly football, during his high school years. Despite receiving scholarship offers from community colleges to continue playing football, he opted to join the military with a friend as a way to leave their small hometown.
Though he described his military experience as ‘one of the worst’ of his life, Duke completed his contract, concluding his service in 2017.
YouTube Career & Rise to Fame
Duke started his YouTube channel, ‘Duke Dennis Gaming’ in 2016, focusing on NBA 2K content, including gameplay videos, tutorials, and in-life-entertainment-focused streams. His sense of humor and gaming skills quickly helped him gain traction, leading to exponential growth in his channel. Today, he has amassed over 3.1 million subscribers across his various channels.
In addition to his primary channel, Duke Dennis runs multiple YouTube channels, including “Duke Dennis (2020), and “DukeDennis Live”, (2021). each catering to different content aspects like reaction videos, live streams, and personal vlogs.
He is also a key member of AMP (Any Means Possible), a content creator collective that includes Kai Cenat, Fanum, Agent 00, ChrisNxtDoor, and ImDavisss.
Net Worth & Social Media Influence
As of 2025, Duke Dennis’s net worth is estimated between $2 million and $3 million. His revenue comes from:
– **YouTube ad revenue & sponsorships**
– **Social media promotions** (Instagram, TikTok)
– **Brand collaborations**
With over 4.8 million Instagram followers, Duke has expanded his influence beyond gaming, becoming a prominent digital personality.
What is Duke Dennis Real Name?
The true name of Duke Dennis has been a subject of debate. While many believe his name is Dontavius Tony Dennis, a 2012 mugshot from a wrongful arrest lists him as Denzel.
