Biography

Thomas Jefferson "Chance" Morris IV, popularly known as Sodapoppin, is a prominent figure in the streaming and gaming community. Born on February 15, 1994, in Austin, Texas, USA, he is one of the early adopters of the Twitch streaming platform, known primarily for his World of Warcraft gameplay. With a passion for gaming evident from a young age, Sodapoppin has transitioned from being a dedicated WoW player to a versatile streamer playing a variety of games​​​​​​​​.

Sodapoppin's journey in the gaming world began earnestly in 2012 when he started streaming on Twitch, after initially streaming on Xfire. He quickly gained popularity, becoming known for his entertaining and engaging content. Notably, he also ventured into streaming content related to online gambling and casino websites in 2015, a unique aspect of his streaming career at the time​​​​​​.

In addition to his streaming career, Sodapoppin has been involved in the esports industry. He co-owned the Canadian esports organization Northern Gaming, founded in May 2016. The organization was later acquired by NRG Esports in August 2017, a company co-owned by notable figures such as Shaquille O'Neal and Alex Rodriguez. Sodapoppin joined NRG Esports' ownership group and became an advisor​​​​.

Sodapoppin is also credited with spiking the popularity of the social deduction game Among Us, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic in Summer 2020. His streams significantly contributed to the game's explosion in popularity. In July 2022, he became a member and co-owner of the gaming organization One True King (OTK), collaborating with other popular Twitch streamers like Mizkif, Esfand, and Asmongold​​​​.

Personal life-wise, Sodapoppin grew up in a family of nine, including his parents and seven siblings, some of whom were adopted. He attended high school in Austin and briefly entered the University of Texas before dropping out to pursue a career in gaming, much to his parents' initial dismay. In his personal life, Sodapoppin has been in a relationship with another Twitch star, Lea May, known as Legendary Lea. As of late 2021, he has been in a relationship with Veibae, with rumors of an impending marriage​​​​​​.

Sodapoppin's financial success is considerable, with an estimated net worth reaching the $10 million mark by the end of 2022. His income streams include Twitch, where he has over 3.2 million followers and earns through ads, donations, and subscriptions, as well as YouTube, with more than a million subscribers. He also benefits from brand deals and sponsorships, including major sponsors like G Fuel from Mountain Dew​​​​.

Chance Morris' journey from a passionate gamer to a successful streamer and entrepreneur in the esports and gaming industry illustrates the possibilities within the digital entertainment realm. His diverse interests and ventures, from streaming various games to engaging in esports business, reflect a dynamic and influential career in the online world.