Daniel Robert Middleton (born 8 November 1991), better known as DanTDM (formerly TheDiamondMinecart), is a British YouTuber, gamer, and author.

[2] Middleton's YouTube channel, which he started in 2012, has amassed over 29 million subscribers and 19 billion views as of 2024, making him one of the most popular content creators on the platform.

He has published a graphic novel, voiced a character in the UK version of the film Ralph Breaks the Internet, and embarked on several world tours featuring live shows.

In 2016, he was listed in the Guinness World Records Gamer's Edition for "Most views for a dedicated Minecraft video channel."

[15] As his original fanbase that propelled his career has grown up, Middleton has scaled back his video production schedule and focused more on creating graphic novels, hosting live shows, and DanTDM merchandise.

[19] He was a featured guest at the Cheltenham Literature Festival and went on a book tour that included parts of the UK and a visit to New York City.

[10] While acknowledging that he might not be a household name "yet", he was noted by the Tampa Bay Times as being "one of YouTube's brightest stars and biggest successes.

[28] That year, TODAY praised his "infectious laugh and an unmistakable British accent" and his personal growth from a "shy, low-profile YouTuber to the master of a creative empire.

Sep 17, 2024[31] MrBeast, KSI, and Logan Paul are releasing ‘Lunchly’, a Lunchables competitor It will feature Prime, Feastables chocolate, and a variation of food Sep 16, 2024[32] In 2024, Middleton spoke out against the launch of Lunchly, a snack-brand kit founded as a joint venture between YouTubers KSI, Logan Paul, and MrBeast.