Average Rob

Frequently Asked Questions

• Who is Average Rob?

  Average Rob is a Belgian YouTuber and content creator known for his humorous and relatable videos. He launched his YouTube channel in July 2020, blending comedy sketches, vlogs, and absurd takes on everyday life. With a self-deprecating everyman persona, he's built a large following, entertaining viewers with his quirky charm and creative storytelling.

• What is Average Rob's real name?

  Average Rob's real name is Robert Van Impe. The "Average Rob" moniker is a playful nod to his persona, while his full name reflects his Belgian roots.

• Where is Average Rob from?

  Average Rob is from Belgium. He's proudly Belgian, often weaving his cultural background into his content, though his humor and appeal have earned him an international audience.

• Is Average Rob married?

  As of the latest available information, Average Rob (Robert Van Impe) is not married. He tends to keep his personal life private, focusing more on his comedic persona than sharing relationship details.

• What does Average Rob do on YouTube?

  Average Rob creates comedic and relatable content on YouTube, blending sketches, vlogs, and absurd humor. His videos often feature him tackling everyday scenarios-like travel mishaps, fitness fails, or random challenges-with a self-deprecating twist. Since starting his channel in July 2020, he's built a reputation for turning the mundane into hilarious entertainment, appealing to a wide audience with his quirky, everyman style.

• Does Average Rob have merchandise?

  Yes, Average Rob has merchandise! He sells items through his official website, averagerob.com, including apparel like T-shirts and hoodies branded with phrases like "Mediocre dudes from Belgium." His merch reflects his playful persona and gives fans a way to support his work.

• Who does Average Rob collaborate with?

  Average Rob (Robert Van Impe) has collaborated with several notable figures in his YouTube journey. He frequently works with his brother, Arno Van Impe, known as "Arno The Kid," including on their Ironman challenge. For that project, they were coached by triathlon legends Luc Van Lierde and Frederik Van Lierde, both Ironman world champions from Belgium. He's also teamed up with professional triathlete Marten Van Riel, notably during a Sprint Distance triathlon and as inspiration for his Ironman goal. Additionally, Average Rob collaborated with cycling star Mathieu van der Poel, who appeared in videos teaching cyclocross and mountain biking skills, even jokingly agreeing to an Ironman if a video hit 42,000 likes (it surpassed 82,000). These collaborations blend his comedic roots with athletic endeavors, broadening his appeal.

• What happened to Average Rob's Ironman challenge?

  Average Rob successfully completed his Ironman challenge! Announced in January 2023, he and Arno aimed to go from "couch to Ironman" in six months, targeting Ironman Klagenfurt on June 18, 2023. Despite a foot injury just 11 days before the race, Rob persevered, finishing in a respectable 12 hours, 26 minutes, and 19 seconds (swim: 1:03:08, bike: 6:12:42, run: 4:49:15), placing 1038th out of 1881 athletes. Arno also finished, taking 15 hours, 39 minutes, and 46 seconds, ranking 1815th. Their journey, documented in a YouTube series, culminated in a final video, "The Day I Became an IRONMAN,". Rob's emotional finish, dubbed "Not so average anymore" by the announcer, marked a triumphant end to the challenge.

• How old is Average Rob?

  Average Rob is 37 years old.

• When is Average Rob's birthday?

  Average Rob's birthday is on September 20, 1987.

• How many followers does Average Rob have on Twitter?

  Average Rob has 69,700 followers on Twitter.

• How many followers does Average Rob have on Instagram?

  Average Rob has 844,000 followers on Instagram.

• How many subscribers does Average Rob have on YouTube?

  Average Rob has 626,000 subscribers on YouTube.

• How many followers does Average Rob have on TikTok?

  Average Rob has 878,600 followers on TikTok.