Joshua Bradley, born on 4 September 1992, is a prominent figure in the world of online content creation, widely recognized as Zerkaa or Josh Zerker. Hailing from England, Zerkaa has made a significant impact as a YouTuber, streamer, and overall internet personality.
Zerkaa gained initial recognition in 2009 when he launched his first YouTube channel, Zerkaa, focusing on video game content featuring popular titles such as Call of Duty and FIFA. Over the years, his content evolved, showcasing not only gaming expertise but also an engaging and charismatic online persona.
In October 2013, Zerkaa co-founded the Sidemen, a renowned British YouTube group that quickly became a powerhouse in the online entertainment sphere. This collaborative effort propelled him to new heights, with the group’s success reaching its pinnacle in 2018 with the YouTube Premium series, The Sidemen Show.
Zerkaa’s influence continued to grow, and in 2019, The Sunday Times recognized him as the ninth most influential online creator in the United Kingdom. Furthermore, his foray into live streaming on Twitch proved immensely successful, making him the most-watched Twitch streamer in the UK in 2022, amassing an impressive 17.68 million hours watched.
As of October 2023, Zerkaa’s primary YouTube channel boasts over 4.6 million subscribers and has accumulated over 800 million video views. Additionally, his coverage of the highly anticipated 2023 video game Hogwarts Legacy earned him a spot in Guinness World Records for featuring walkthroughs. Zerkaa’s journey continues to captivate and entertain a global audience, solidifying his status as a leading figure in the digital landscape.