442oons Dean

Dean Stobbart was born on March 25, 1980, in Stockton-on-Tees, County Durham, England. He began his career in the entertainment industry as an actor and director, featuring in productions such as “Killing Time” (2004) and “Angel Cake” (2006). He also appeared in a 2006 episode of the TV series “Where the Heart Is” as Nick Goodson. Before focusing on animation, Stobbart had an acting career that included a long run playing Sky in the London West End production of “Mamma Mia,” and roles in “Rent” and “Our House.” He also worked as a part-time voice actor.

Stobbart later became a deputy headteacher in Greasby, where he utilized animation for his lessons. In August 2013, he identified a niche in the market for football-themed cartoons and launched the YouTube channel 442oons. His initial videos, such as a parody of Luis Suárez and Arsène Wenger from “The Silence of the Lambs,” quickly gained traction. The channel has since grown to accumulate over 4.4 million subscribers and 3.8 billion views, establishing itself as a significant platform for sports comedy and parody. His work on 442oons has earned him recognition, including winning the Best Video Football Blog (Fans’ Choice) at the Football Content Awards in both 2015 and 2016, and Best Football Video Creator (Fans’ Award) in 2018.

Over time, 442oons expanded its team, initially with three animators and later growing to four, to meet production demands. Stobbart has also branched out into other ventures, launching the gaming app “442oons Football Runner” in 2019 and “442oons Football Shooter” in 2020. He also created another YouTube channel, Celebri2oons, in July 2017 to parody the celebrity world. His creative output has led to collaborations with various footballing brands and media outlets, showcasing his ability to entertain and engage a large international audience through animated content.