Childhood and Education Journey of PewDiePie in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: November 30, 2025

An overview of the childhood and early education of PewDiePie, highlighting the experiences that shaped the journey.

Felix Kjellberg, known as PewDiePie, is a Swedish YouTuber renowned for his gaming content. His rise on YouTube and significant media attention have established him as a prominent online personality and content creator. He is considered a key figure on YouTube, especially within the gaming community.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Challenges & Struggles Controversies & Scandals Legacy & Impact

1957: Birth of Ulf Christian Kjellberg

Ulf Christian Kjellberg, PewDiePie's father, was born in 1957.

1958: Birth of Lotta Kristine Johanna

Lotta Kristine Johanna, PewDiePie's mother, was born in 1958.

October 1989: Felix Kjellberg's Birth

Felix Arvid Ulf Kjellberg was born in Gothenburg on October 24, 1989, where he was also raised.

2010: Mother Named CIO of the Year in Sweden

In 2010, Lotta Kristine Johanna, PewDiePie's mother, was named the CIO of the Year in Sweden.

2011: Kjellberg Leaves Chalmers University

In 2011, Felix Kjellberg left Chalmers University of Technology, where he was pursuing a degree in industrial engineering and management.

2011: Introduction to Marzia Bisognin

In 2011, Kjellberg and Bisognin were introduced through a friend of Bisognin's, leading to an online relationship and Kjellberg flying to Italy to meet her.

July 2013: Move to Brighton, England

In July 2013, Kjellberg and Bisognin moved to Brighton, England. Kjellberg cited the proximity to the sea and better internet connectivity as reasons for the move, also noting he enjoyed the anonymity living in Brighton granted him.

June 2014: Statement on religious beliefs

In June 2014, Kjellberg stated that he is an agnostic atheist.

2016: Fans Search for PewDiePie in Kuala Lumpur Hotel

In 2016, during a trip to Kuala Lumpur, fans entered PewDiePie's hotel to search for him, which he expressed annoyance with.

2017: Clarification on Leaving Chalmers

In 2017, Kjellberg clarified that he left Chalmers University due to a lack of interest in his course of study, not solely to pursue his YouTube career.

2018: Inspired to move to Japan

In 2018, a trip to Japan inspired Kjellberg to move to the country.

August 2019: Marriage to Marzia Bisognin

On August 19, 2019, Kjellberg married his long-term Italian girlfriend, Marzia Bisognin.

October 2019: Statement on political beliefs

In October 2019, Kjellberg stated that he is "more apolitical than anything", and that he considers himself "somewhere in between" left-wing and right-wing.