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His other ventures include MrBeast Burger and a toy line, among others. Emma Chamberlain, another YouTuber, launched Chamberlain Coffee, which reached $20 million in revenue in 2023 and recently opened its first physical location. Logan Paul co-founded Prime, a successful energy drink brand, although it has faced regulatory scrutiny and declining sales. Other YouTubers like Rosanna Pansino and Michelle Phan have also found success with their own product lines, such as cookbooks and makeup brands, respectively. This trend highlights the shift from platform-dependent earnings to establishing sustainable businesses.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Many prominent YouTubers are moving beyond relying on ad revenue and brand deals by diversifying their income streams through various business ventures. 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