CINCINNATI, OHIO: IShowSpeed has recently gained widespread attention by clinching the Variety Streamer of the Year award at the 2023 Streamy Awards. Following this accomplishment, he conveyed a heartfelt message to his supporters and notably gave a shout-out to Cristiano Ronaldo.
A video clip of IShowSpeed's acceptance speech quickly went viral, causing a stir across various social media platforms. While some fans playfully teased him for not mentioning his dad, others lauded him for delivering a "great speech."
IShowSpeed secures Variety Streamer Award 2023
During the 2023 Streamy Awards dedicated to streaming, the coveted title of 'Variety Streamer of the Year' was claimed by the renowned YouTuber, IShowSpeed, a victory celebrated by many of his loyal fans.
At the event, IShowSpeed delivered a memorable speech that garnered applause from the audience, particularly when he acknowledged his idol, Cristiano Ronaldo. Speed expressed, "I want to give a huge shout-out to everyone, including Ronaldo, and thank you all."
For those unfamiliar with the backstory, IShowSpeed's connection with Ronaldo was forged when they first met during the Portugal International match in June 2023, a moment so significant to him that he even had Ronaldo's face tattooed on one of his arms.
After his speech, he thrilled the audience by uttering Ronaldo's signature victory celebration, 'siuu,' which the footballer does after scoring a goal.
The competition for the 'Variety Streamer of the Year' award was intense, with other prominent nominees including Emiru, Saquib, LIRIK, Ludwig, and Rachell Valkyrae. It's worth noting that Speed was also nominated for 'Streamer of the Year 2023.'
Fans react to IShowSpeed's speech during Streamy awards
IShowSpeed secured the Variety Streamer Award at the Streamy Awards. Following the YouTuber's victory, numerous fans flocked to Twitter to express their thoughts.
One fan said, "Speeds dad waiting for him to mention him." Another fan wrote, "Just one GOAT shouting out another!" A third fan said, "Great speech. He has a way with his words. So deserving and brave….. Not."
A fourth fan wrote, "Imagine going on stage and in your head is the thought everyone saw your meat." A fifth user said, "NAHHH This man is making Ronaldo relevant 😭😭😭😭 He is Carryin Dead Ronaldo FC on his back… they should Thank him."