History of Joey Chestnut in Timeline

Joey Chestnut is a renowned American competitive eater, currently ranked number one globally by Major League Eating (MLE) as of 2024. He is best known for his exceptional record in the annual Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest, where he has won numerous titles. Chestnut's accomplishments have earned him widespread recognition and a significant following within the competitive eating community and beyond. He continues to dominate the field, consistently breaking records and solidifying his status as one of the greatest competitive eaters of all time.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

2012: 6th Consecutive Hot Dog Eating Contest Win

After winning his sixth consecutive hot dog eating contest in 2012 by eating 68 hot dogs, Joey Chestnut stated, "I will not stop until I reach 70. This sport isn't about eating. It's about drive and dedication, and at the end of the day, hot dog eating challenges both my body and my mind."

2014: Proposed to Neslie Ricasa

In 2014, Joey Chestnut proposed to his longtime girlfriend Neslie Ricasa just before defending his title in the Nathan's competition.

2015: Split From Neslie Ricasa

In early 2015, Joey Chestnut split up with his then-fiancée Neslie Ricasa prior to their scheduled wedding date.

August 1, 2020: Ate Pizza in MrBeast YouTube Video

On August 1, 2020, Joey Chestnut consumed nine pounds (4.1 kg) of pizza in 32 minutes and 14 seconds during an appearance in a MrBeast YouTube video filmed in Greenville, North Carolina.

October 1, 2020: Guest Starred on Scooby-Doo and Guess Who?

On October 1, 2020, Joey Chestnut made a guest appearance as himself on the animated series Scooby-Doo and Guess Who?

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July 4, 2021: Won 14th Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest

On July 4, 2021, Joey Chestnut secured his 14th title at Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest by consuming 76 hot dogs and buns in 10 minutes, setting a new record.

October 10, 2021: Won Pumpkin Pie Eating Championship

On October 10, 2021, Joey Chestnut won The 2021 Destination Outlets World Pumpkin Pie Eating Championship in Jeffersonville, Ohio, consuming 16 lbs 12 oz of pumpkin pie in 8 minutes.

July 4, 2022: Won 15th Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest

On July 4, 2022, Joey Chestnut won his 15th Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest by eating 63 hot dogs and buns in 10 minutes, during which he also placed a protestor in a chokehold.

April 6, 2023: Won Qdoba World Burrito Eating Championship

On April 6, 2023, coinciding with National Burrito Day, Joey Chestnut secured victory in the inaugural Qdoba World Burrito Eating Championship held in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, by consuming 14.5 burritos within a 10-minute timeframe.

June 11, 2024: Banned From Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest, Competes at Fort Bliss

On June 11, 2024, Joey Chestnut was banned from the 2024 Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating contest due to a sponsorship conflict with Impossible Foods. Chestnut then competed in a 4-versus-1 eating competition at Fort Bliss, eating 57 hot dogs in five minutes, nearly tying Patrick Bertoletti's record. He won and Impossible Foods donated $106,000 to Operation Homefront.

September 2024: Won Chestnut vs. Kobayashi: Unfinished Beef

In September 2024, Joey Chestnut competed against Takeru Kobayashi in a live-streamed Netflix event titled Chestnut vs. Kobayashi: Unfinished Beef, winning by consuming 83 hot dogs and buns to Kobayashi's 66.

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