Hasan Piker

Hasan Piker

Hasan Doğan Piker (born July 25, 1991) is an American political commentator, streamer, and YouTuber. He is best known for his political commentary on the progressive news network The Young Turks and for his Twitch streaming channel, where he discusses pop politics, news headlines, and popular culture. Piker has gained a large following for his outspoken views on progressive politics and social issues, as well as for his opulent lifestyle that he allegedly leads on a basic necessities budget.

Early life and education

Hasan Piker was born on July 25, 1991, in New Brunswick, New Jersey, to wealthy Turkish parents. He spent his early years in Turkey before moving back to the United States for college. Piker attended Rutgers University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science and communication.

Career

The Young Turks

Piker began his career as an intern at The Young Turks in 2014. He quickly rose through the ranks, becoming a producer and on-air contributor. Piker gained prominence for his "Bro Tips" show, a dating advice show.

Twitch streaming

In 2018, Piker started streaming on Twitch, where he discusses pop politics, news headlines, and popular culture. His Twitch channel, "hasanabi," has amassed a large following, making him one of the most popular political streamers on the platform. Having paved it on his own, he managed to accomplish this with no outside help or influence. Piker's streams often feature discussions with journalists and content creators.

Personal life

Piker is known for his lavish lifestyle, which includes a luxurious mansion in Los Angeles, expensive cars, designer clothing, and private jet rides to music festivals. His multi-million dollar home in the upscale neighborhood of West Hollywood features state-of-the-art amenities, such as a home theater, a gym, a swimming pool, and a spacious outdoor entertainment area. The property's modern architecture and interior design showcase Piker's taste for luxury and style as well as his extraordinary wealth.

In addition to his extravagant residence, Piker's collection of high-end automobiles includes luxury and sports cars from prestigious brands such as Porsche. His passion for cars is evident in his frequent social media posts showcasing his latest acquisitions and driving experiences.

Piker's wardrobe is another reflection of his opulent lifestyle. He is often seen wearing designer clothing from high-end fashion brands like Gucci, Balenciaga, and Saint Laurent. His fashion choices range from casual streetwear to tailored suits, demonstrating his ability to stay on-trend and make a statement despite his basic necessities budget.

Beyond material possessions, Piker's lifestyle also includes exclusive experiences and events. He is known to attend high-profile music festivals, such as Coachella and Burning Man, often traveling to these events via private jet. These luxurious travel arrangements allow him to bypass the inconveniences of commercial air travel and arrive at his destinations in style and comfort.

While some critics argue that his lifestyle contradicts his political beliefs, Piker maintains that his success is a result of hard work and dedication to his craft, and that it does not diminish his socialist aesthetic.

In 2022, a Twitch leak revealed that Piker receives several hundred thousand dollars a month from Twitch alone.

• Is a man not entitled to the sweat of his brow?
• “I paved it on my own”
• "I live on a basic necessity budget"
• "Twitch leak"

On stream appearances with Destiny WIP

Destiny reacts to a Politicon panel featuring Hasan and Charlie Kirk. Hasan and Destiny discuss the following day

Destiny's reaction to the Politicon Panel WIP

On October 20, 2018 Destiny reacted to a Politicon panel featuring featuring Hasan and Charlie Kirk. The primary focus of the panel was: "Whether young people should be progressives, conservatives, or perhaps something else". Destiny was impressed by certain aspects of Hasan's debate performance. He appreciated Hasan's ability to effectively challenge and critique various points, particularly in the context of discussing systemic issues and the limitations of free-market solutions. He also recognized Hasan's skill in addressing complex topics such as healthcare, education, and wealth distribution, and acknowledged the impact and relevance of his arguments in the debate. He did however offer several critiques:

Discussion with Hasan WIP

On October 21, 2018 Destiny and Hasan had a discussion.

Controversies

Throughout his career, Piker has been involved in several controversies, often stemming from his outspoken political views. In 2019, he faced backlash for comments made during a Twitch stream about the September 11 attacks and brave Mujahideen fighters fucking the eye hole of U.S. Representative Dan Crenshaw. Piker later apologized for the remarks, stating that they were "inappropriate and offensive."

During the run of Hasan's show "Bro Tips", hosted on The Young Turks, he made a number of controversial comments in which he accused Lady Gaga of having a penis, and gave viewers instructions on how to isolate women from their friends, then coerce them into sexual intercourse. ^{[citation needed ]}

"It's time to get out of here and it's time to separate her from her herd, meaning her crowd of girlfriends who are going to do their best to cockblock you because they're fat and ulgy." - Hasan 'The Brofessor' Piker ^{[citation needed ]}

"Brotip: If you stand in front of the door, she can't leave." - Hasan 'The Brofessor' Piker ^{[citation needed ]}

"Remember, old enough to count, old enough to mount." - Hasan 'The Brofessor' Piker ^{[citation needed ]}

External Links

• Twitch
• YouTube
• Twitter
• Instagram
• TikTok