Jesse Ridgway: The Man Behind McJuggerNuggets
Born on September 29, 1992, in the quiet town of Elmer, New Jersey, Jesse Ridgway grew up with a flair for the dramatic that would later define his online empire. As a Libra, he balances creativity with a touch of chaos—fitting for someone whose videos often feature over-the-top family antics. Jesse kicked off his YouTube journey in December 2006, back when broadband was still a novelty and viral fame felt like a distant dream. Fast-forward to today, and under the alias McJuggerNuggets, he’s amassed over 4.3 million subscribers. His breakout hit? A 2014 clip called “Psycho Dad Shreds Video Games,” where his father Jeffrey Sr. hilariously mows down a pile of consoles with a lawnmower. That one alone racked up 30 million views, turning family pranks into a full-blown phenomenon.
Rise to Digital Stardom
Jesse didn’t stop at destruction derby vibes. He founded RiDGiD STUDiOS, channeling his Rowan University degree in Radio/TV/Film—earned in 2014—into polished chaos. His streams on Twitch draw crowds for live raids and unscripted madness, like the 2015 #PsychoStreamRaid that trended worldwide. Another gem, “Psycho Kid Ruins Thanksgiving,” captured that raw, relatable holiday havoc and went viral, proving Jesse’s knack for turning everyday gripes into gold. He even ropes in collaborators like the Aussie duo RackaRacka or prankster Pickleboy, blending worlds for fresh laughs.
Life Off-Camera
Away from the lens, Jesse’s story gets personal. He dated Juliette Reilly from 2013 until their 2018 split, then found sparks with Ashley May in July 2019. Family anchors him—there’s older brother Jeffrey Jr., and dad Jeffrey Sr., the unwitting star of many vids. But Jesse’s no one-trick pony.
From Elmer’s fields to internet lore, Jesse Ridgway keeps it real, one shredded game at a time. At 33, he’s just getting warmed up.