US YouTube personality Jimmy Donaldson, better known as MrBeast, arrives for the 36th Annual Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles, California, on March 4, 2023.

A memo sent to employees of YouTube’s biggest channel has been leaked to the Associated Press, revealing a number of changes MrBeast intends to implement after “allegations of inappropriate behavior by people in the company,” it said. A full assessment of the culture within the walls of the online video empire was announced to “Team Beast” employees, according to the confidential memo sent Wednesday. It also detailed new additions, including plans to hire a human resources officer, as well as company-wide sensitivity training. The move comes as MrBeast–aka Jimmy Donaldson–confirmed his knowledge of allegations facing a longtime collaborator, adding he was “disgusted and opposed to such unacceptable acts.” In the memo, according to AP, Donaldson wrote, “As your leader, I take responsibility, and I am committed to continue to improve and evolve my leadership style. I recognize that I also need to create a culture that makes all our employees feel safe and allows them to do their best work.” A spokesperson for the company confirmed the memo was sent. Donaldson himself has faced heat after admitting to previously using “inappropriate language,” including racist and homophobic rhetoric.

MrBeast’s $5M Reality Competition Hit With Safety Complaints

Mr. Beast is seen in attendance during a match between Inter Miami and CF Montréal at DRV PNK Stadium

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MrBeast’s big upcoming reality show competition Beast Games is turning out to be a bust for some competitors. The Associated Press reported that preliminary participants have hit the YouTube star with complaints over the production conditions of the competition, with some claiming to have not had access to food, water, and medication during filming at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas. Some participants have also said they were injured during production. A spokesperson for MrBeast, real name Jimmy Donaldson, said that they are reviewing feedback ahead of the next phase of the competition’s production in Toronto, AP reported. Donaldson and Amazon MGM studios announced Beast Games in March, which will feature more than 1,000 participants competing for a $5 million grand prize. During the intake process for the show, The New York Times reported that some contestants were asked if they were willing to be buried alive, travel to outer space, or be thrown overboard as part of the competition.