iShowSpeed—real name Darren Watkins Jr.—made a major splash at Fanatics Fest NYC, showing off his athletic side while taking time to connect with fans in a big way.
The popular streamer lit up the Javits Center during the 2025 edition of Fanatics Fest, which brought together over 500 athletes and celebrities. And Speed made sure all eyes were on him.
He stole the spotlight at the punching challenge booth, where he wowed the crowd with his strength and speed—building on the buzz he created last year when he beat UFC champ Alex Pereira’s score. This time, he leveled up, delivering punch after punch that had fans cheering loud.
Beyond the competition, Speed took time to meet fans, signing jerseys and posing for photos. One standout moment was when he autographed a Paris Saint-Germain jersey, marking his first time with a PSG kit. “@ishowspeed gets his hands on a PSG kit for the first time at … Fan Fest…” the caption read—his signature and signature energy lighting up the moment.
He mixed it up with attendees of all ages, from young fans to fellow creators, spending quality time at the autograph pavilion laughing, chatting, and building real connections.
But it didn’t stop there. Speed turned the floor into his own stage, pulling off backflips and hyping the crowd during WWE panels alongside big names like Becky Lynch and Nikki Bella. His energy was contagious from start to finish.
With a mix of stunts, charisma, and genuine fan love, iShowSpeed proved he’s not just a streamer—he’s a full-on performer and rising star in both sports and entertainment. Fanatics Fest 2025 only made that clearer, and fans are already watching to see what he’ll pull off next.
