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Mark Rober has been everywhere these past few days. The biggest headline by far is his new deal with Netflix. The streamer announced an agreement with Rober to bring a kids and family competition show to Netflix starting in 2026. He’s teaming up with his longtime friend Jimmy Kimmel — yes, the late-night host who let Rober guest-host in 2022 and produced shows together for Discovery in 2023. This time, their companies CrunchLabs and Kimmelot are co-producing the series. Scott Lewers, who’s been driving CrunchLabs’ growth recently, is also executive producing. Netflix suits are openly banking on Rober’s brand of clever, educational, and often zany experiments to connect with audiences of all ages. Kimmel himself said, “My kids love Mark Rober, and so do their parents… we can’t wait to introduce one of the best and brightest creators to Netflix.”
Before the competition show lands, Netflix will stream a greatest-hits collection of Rober’s most beloved science experiments later this year — think elephant toothpaste, glitter bombs, and wacky STEM challenges. Multiple entertainment outlets such as Tubefilter, Deadline, and Kidscreen have been buzzing about how Rober’s presence on the platform signals a new era of YouTube creators crossing over to mainstream streaming.
But that’s not the only headline. On the philanthropic front, Rober has united with MrBeast to launch the global #TeamWater campaign. According to WaterAid and Ethical Marketing News, their goal is to bring clean water to two million people and raise a monumental 40 million dollars by August 31. The campaign harnesses platforms like YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok, roping in creators worldwide with a combined reach of two billion subscribers. TikTok itself dropped a $1.5 million donation. A livestream earlier this month raised over $12 million in just 16 hours, with top creators joining the cause. Amaka Godfrey at WaterAid called it a powerful global movement to address the water crisis.
In slightly less celebratory news, Rober’s private life has surfaced unexpectedly. According to Brault NewsZone, Rober subtly announced his divorce online, sparking surprise and concern within his dedicated fanbase. There’s been little in terms of official statements or interviews, but his followers have expressed a mix of support, sadness, and speculation in comment sections under his recent videos. The news has clearly resonated with those who connect Rober’s upbeat persona to his personal happiness, though Rober himself hasn’t provided much detail.
On social media, #TeamWater is trending heavily, and Mark Rober is being tagged everywhere as the campaign’s co-leader. Instagram is full of posts and reels celebrating his philanthropic effort. Meanwhile, news of his Netflix project — from creative partnerships to upcoming science experiment specials — is being shared by fans and industry insiders alike.
All told, Rober’s recent moves point to a pivotal moment in his career. The Netflix deal guarantees broader mainstream exposure, his charity efforts may set new fundraising records, and the changes in his personal life remind everyone that there’s more to the science guy than meets the screen.
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