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Dude Perfect, LLC[3] (DP) is an American sports and comedy group and YouTube channel headquartered in Frisco, located in the Dallas metropolitan area of Texas.[4] The group consists of Tyler "The Beard" Toney, "The Twins" Cory and Coby Cotton, Garrett "The Purple Hoser" Hilbert, and Cody "The Tall Guy" Jones, all of whom are former college roommates at Texas A&M University. Four members of the group, Jones being an exception, were brothers of the Gamma chapter of the Beta Upsilon Chi fraternity at Texas A&M.

Key Information

Dude Perfect's content predominantly consists of videos depicting various trick shots, stereotypes, and stunts. The group also regularly uploads videos of "battles", in which the individual members of Dude Perfect compete against one another in a good-natured game or contest, often incorporating different sports and a unique set of rules. Dude Perfect also created the show Overtime, a series where they host several segments, such as "Wheel Unfortunate", in which a contestant spins a wheel and gets a random penalty, "Cool Not Cool", a show-and-tell-like segment, and "Absurd Recurds", in which the Dudes attempt to break the most absurd world records they can find.

History

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Early years

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On April 9, 2009, a video of the group performing trick shots at Tyler Toney's house and a local public park was released on YouTube under the title "Backyard Stuntmen" (though it has since been renamed as "Backyard edition").[5] Within a week, the video received 200,000 views and was mentioned on Good Morning America.[6][7]

The group's second video titled "ranch edition", filmed at a Christian summer camp, was released shortly thereafter. The video amassed over 18 million views and went viral. For every 100,000 views the video received, Dude Perfect pledged to sponsor a child from Compassion International.[5]

In 2010, Dude Perfect introduced the Panda mascot. The Panda quickly grew into a popular symbol at Texas A&M basketball games when taunting players of the opposing team.[8]

Collaborations

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In 2016, Dude Perfect traveled to the United Kingdom to film a video with players of Manchester City, Arsenal and Chelsea.[9] The group also got a chance to visit the US Navy's Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Nimitz for a 3-day trip aboard and released their trip's video as an episode as part of their Bucket List. Dude Perfect also visited South Africa in their second bucket list video. In 2021, Dallas Mavericks center Boban Marjanovic made a guest appearance.[10] On September 24, 2025, American drive-thru coffeehouse chain 7 Brew announced that it would be partnering with Dude Perfect, with plans for appearances in their content as well as a Dude Perfect-themed beverage underway.[11]

Business ventures

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Cory Cotton authored a book titled Go Big, in which he shared the secrets the group has learned along the way building a business in a world largely influenced by social media.[12]

In June 2015, the group was selected by the Harlem Globetrotters in their annual player draft.[13]

In September 2015, the group was approved for a television series entitled The Dude Perfect Show on CMT, which began airing during the first half of 2016.[14] The show's second season aired on Viacom sibling network Nickelodeon.[15]

In 2019, Dude Perfect went on their first live tour.[16] In 2020, the group also announced their second live tour.[17]

Partnering with YouTube Originals in 2020, Dude Perfect released a documentary: Backstage Pass. The documentary provided a behind-the-scenes look at their live tour: 'Pound It, Noggin'.[18][19]

During H2 2024 Dude Perfect sold an undisclosed share of the company to investment firm Highmount Capital to raise $100 million in capital for future projects and to modernize the company, introducing a more traditional business structure. This was done to allow the founders to continue to make videos they enjoy while expanding the business with more channels, presenters and content. The firm hired Andrew Yaffe, a former NBA social media executive, who will direct the group on building a team to specialize in developing areas important to the group and will help define the vision of how the group will develop and evolve in the future.[20]

World records

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In 2009, the group set the Guinness World Record for the longest basketball shot after shooting from the third deck of Kyle Field. In October 2010, Dude Perfect extended their record with a "cross-tower" shot from a height of 66 meters (216 feet); the basket was located 45 meters (150 feet) away from the tower's base.[21] In March 2011, Dude Perfect unofficially broke their record again with a shot from the top of Reliant Stadium, which remained in the air for 5.3 seconds.[8][22] In January 2014, the group successfully attempted a shot from the 561-foot-tall Reunion Tower, with Cody Jones and Garrett Hilbert holding the basket at the base of the tower.[23] In their 2016 video, "World Record Edition", Dude Perfect broke multiple world records. The group broke the world records for longest basketball shot made with the head, highest basketball shot, longest blindfolded basketball shot, and longest sitting basketball shot.[24] Subsequently, they released a sequel based on football the following year, in which they broke even more world records. They later made two more world record videos: archery in 2022 and golf in 2023.

In 2018, Dude Perfect broke the record for longest barefoot Lego walk and longest pea blow during their filming of Overtime.[25] In episode six of Overtime, Dude Perfect broke the record for the farthest distance traveled rolling across exercise balls.[26] In 2019, Dude Perfect broke the world record for most ping pong balls stuck on a person's head using shaving cream,[27] and the most donuts stacked on each other while blindfolded.[28] In 2020, they broke another record for the most beach ball header passes in 30 seconds.[29]

In 2019, on Nickelodeon's The Dude Perfect Show, the group set 6 world records: fastest time to wrap a person with wrapping paper (team of two), most party poppers popped in 30 seconds (team of two), most thumbtacks inserted into a corkboard in a minute, most eggs crushed with the toes in 30 seconds, most drink cans opened with one hand in a minute, farthest distance traveled on Swiss balls.[30]

In 2023, in Las Vegas, the group once again broke the record of the world's highest basketball shot from a height of 856 feet from the Strat Tower. Dude Perfect spent three days in Las Vegas trying to pull off the feat and they were able to do it in the last hour of filming.[31]

Dude Perfect currently holds more than 20 Guinness World Records.[32]

Awards

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Award Year Category Result
Streamy Award 2014 Best Sports Series Nominated
2015 Won
2016 Nominated
2020 Nominated
2017 Best Branded Video Nominated
Shorty Awards 2016 Best YouTube Ensemble Nominated
2018 Nominated
2018 Creator of the Decade Nominated
Kids Choice Awards 2020 Favorite Male Social Star Nominated
Teen Choice Awards 2015 Choice Web Star: Comedy Nominated
Sports Emmy Awards 2024 Outstanding Interactive Experience Won

50 Million 'Ruby' Creator Award

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Dude Perfect, along with over 20 other creators, never received a formal award from YouTube for passing 50 million subscribers. However, an award was conceived and created by fellow YouTuber Daniel Kraft who acknowledged the work and dedication the group has done for the YouTuber community over the years.[33]

Other channels

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In addition to their main channel, Dude Perfect have launched additional channels such as Dude Perfect Plus, Dude Perfect Gaming, Dude Perfect en Español and Dude Perfect Outdoors. The latter features voice actors that dub over each of the Dudes and graphics that can be read in Spanish. Collectively, these channels have amassed 2.07 million subscribers and garnered 195.8 million views in total, as of January 2026.

Legitimacy

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Amid their success, questions arose over the legitimacy of the group's trick shots. Hosts on Good Morning America discussed the tricks and debated whether they were real,[34] though experts contacted by the show stated they were unable to find evidence of the tricks being fake.[35]

Regarding the doubts, group member Cody Jones said: "We love it when people claim it's fake, because it makes the shots seem even more ridiculously impossible; and we get more publicity and hits on YouTube, so we love the mystery of knowing whether it's real or fake."[5]

Recent years

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On December 18, 2022, Dude Perfect announced their intention to build a $100 million Dude Perfect World Theme Park that is designed to give fans a hands-on experience of the group's signature activities, such as attempting trick shots, setting world records, and releasing stress in a "rage room." Their goal is to create a space where fans can feel like they are part of the Dude Perfect team.[36]

On January 15, 2024, The Dude Perfect Video App was released on A Parent Media Co. Inc. and the Google Play Store and Apple App Store. The app lets users watch unlimited Dude Perfect videos for free, serves only family-friendly advertisements, and provides early access to unreleased videos and behind-the-scenes content. In an interview with Colin and Samir, Coby confirmed that the app had reached over 2 million downloads on all platforms as of Q3 2024.[37]

On January 11, 2025, Dude Perfect revealed their new $3 million headquarters, Dude Perfect Headquarters 3 (DPHQ3). It includes a putting course, a pickleball court, a regulation-size NFL goalpost, a full-sized basketball court with extra moving hoops on the wall for a trickshot challenge, and a golf simulator, among many other things. They are also launching an in-person merchandise store next to main headquarters that has limited-edition hats, T-shirts, and other items.[38]

On February 22, 2025, Dude Perfect hosted their first Trick Shot World Championship, where popular trick shot content creator teams from around the world, including How Ridiculous and Brodie Smith, compete in a series of challenges, with the final challenge being to shoot a basketball shot from the top of Globe Life Field. The contest was won by That’ll Work, a duo entry known for their disc trick shots.[39]

Faith and values

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The members of Dude Perfect have publicly discussed the role of their Christian faith in shaping their values and approach to teamwork.[40] “We’re about giving back, spreading joy, and glorifying Jesus Christ,” according to their website.[41] The group consistently produces family-friendly content, characterized by clean humor and a collaborative tone.[42] They have also engaged in various charitable initiatives under their Hope Foundation initiative.[43]

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Dude Perfect is an American sports and comedy group and YouTube channel consisting of five longtime friends who create family-friendly content centered on elaborate trick shots, comedic sketches, and challenges, primarily involving basketball, football, and other sports. The group was founded in 2009 at Texas A&M University when the members, all former high school basketball players and college roommates, filmed their first viral trick shot video as part of a friendly dorm-room bet. The core members include Tyler Toney, known as "The Beard" for his and athletic prowess; Cody Jones, nicknamed "The Tall Guy" due to his 6-foot-6-inch and energetic personality; Garrett Hilbert, referred to as "The Purple Hoser" for his affinity for and laid-back vibe; and identical twin brothers Coby Cotton ("Twin #1") and Cory Cotton ("Twin #2"), who often collaborate on creative ideas. A sixth key collaborator, Sean Townsend (known as "Panda"), serves as the group's editor and occasional on-screen personality, having coined the name "Dude Perfect" after their initial video's perfect shots. All members share , emphasizing clean humor, positivity, and giving back through , which has shaped their content to appeal to families and avoid controversial sponsorships like alcohol brands. Since uploading their debut video—a basketball trick shot compilation that gained national attention after airing on Good Morning America—Dude Perfect has expanded into a multimedia empire. Their main YouTube channel, launched in 2009, has amassed over 61.7 million subscribers and nearly 20 billion views as of November 2025, ranking as one of the top sports channels on the platform. The group has produced signature series like Overtime, featuring rapid-fire tricks and bloopers; Wheel Unfortunate, a high-stakes challenge game; and collaborations with celebrities, athletes, and brands such as Nike, , and . Beyond online content, Dude Perfect has achieved mainstream success with a Nickelodeon TV series, The Dude Perfect Show (2016–2019), which showcased their antics in scripted formats; multiple live arena tours, including the ongoing The Hero Tour in 2025 with global stops and immersive experiences; a ; merchandise lines; and a bestselling book by Cory Cotton, Go Big. Their business has grown to include a headquarters in , private equity investments exceeding $100 million, and a focus on innovative projects like theme park attractions. Despite their fame, the group maintains a commitment to , with extensive behind-the-scenes practice ensuring the precision of their stunts, and continues to prioritize faith, family, and fan engagement in all endeavors.

Formation and Early Career

Origins at Texas A&M

Dude Perfect was formed in 2009 by five students at in : Tyler Toney, Coby Cotton, Cory Cotton, Garrett Hilbert, and Cody Jones. The group originated as a casual gathering of friends bonded by their shared enthusiasm for and sports, who began filming backyard trick shots simply for amusement among themselves. These early efforts were low-stakes and spontaneous, often stemming from friendly bets like wagering sandwiches on successful shots, reflecting their lighthearted approach to athletic challenges during their undergraduate years. The group's entry into online came with their first video upload in April 2009, titled "Backyard Edition," which featured a series of impressive trick shots performed in Toney's backyard and a nearby park. This simple production quickly captured attention, amassing over 200,000 views within its first week and signaling unexpected potential beyond their campus circle. The video's success encouraged the friends to continue documenting their antics, though at the time, it remained a hobby amid their studies in fields such as communication, , , and wildlife sciences. Following the graduation of most members from Texas A&M in 2010, the members relocated to , around 2011, where they began transitioning toward full-time content creation while initially holding day jobs in areas like real estate and landscaping. This move to the Dallas suburb provided a central base closer to family ties for several members and allowed them to dedicate more time to producing videos, setting the stage for their evolving pursuit of .

Viral Breakthrough and Initial Growth

The group's breakthrough came with their second video, a compilation of basketball trick shots filmed at a summer camp in , released on August 30, 2009. Titled "Trick Shot Basketball | Dude Perfect | ," it featured the five friends performing elaborate shots using camp facilities like water slides and bounce houses, while pledging to sponsor a child through for every 100,000 views the video received. The video quickly gained traction, amassing over 18 million views and enabling the sponsorship of at least 18 children by early 2010, marking their first major viral success and introduction to charitable partnerships. This viral momentum, combined with their earlier "Backyard Edition" video from April 2009, prompted the group to formalize their presence and explore monetization opportunities. They joined the YouTube Partner Program in late 2009, allowing ad revenue from views, and secured initial sponsorships from brands like and local businesses by 2010, providing financial stability amid growing popularity. These early earnings, alongside media appearances on and , enabled the members to commit to content creation full-time by March 2011, after some had graduated from Texas A&M while others completed their studies the following year. Throughout 2009 to 2012, Dude Perfect refined their signature style of highly edited trick shot videos, culminating in the catchphrase "Presh!" to celebrate successful attempts, which became a hallmark of their engaging, family-friendly format. The channel's subscriber count surged, reaching 1 million by May 2013, driven by consistent uploads and the viral Kyle Field basketball shot video from September 2009 that set a world record for the longest basketball shot (approximately 80 meters). However, early challenges included juggling college coursework, part-time jobs, and video production—often filming late nights in dorms or borrowed spaces—leading to decisions like Tyler Toney completing his degree the following year to prioritize the group's potential.

Content and Media Production

Main YouTube Channel and Trick Shots

The main YouTube channel of Dude Perfect centers on trick shot videos that highlight sports like basketball, football, ping pong, and pool, often presenting elaborate multi-step sequences where one successful feat leads into the next for maximum impact. These productions feature high production values, including dynamic camera work, custom sets, and energetic music to amplify the spectacle of precision and athleticism. As of November 2025, the channel has 61.7 million subscribers and 19.8 billion total views, reflecting its enduring popularity built on this signature content style. The format has evolved since its origins in basic sports demonstrations, incorporating viral phenomena like the "Bottle Flip Challenges"—a series of videos starting with the Water Bottle Flip Edition and continuing through sequels that escalated the complexity and scale—and seasonal specials adapting trick shots to holiday themes for festive engagement. plays a pivotal role in this evolution, with techniques focused on curating only the "perfect" successful attempts from extensive footage to craft a narrative of flawless execution and entertainment. Behind the scenes, each video demands rigorous production, including filming hundreds of takes per shot to achieve the desired results, often spanning weeks from ideation to final cut in their dedicated facilities. Group members contribute across roles, with post-production led by specialists like VP to refine the footage, while the overall schedule yields approximately two to three new videos per month to uphold high standards.

Other Channels and Video Formats

In addition to their primary focus on trick shots, Dude Perfect has developed secondary YouTube channels to explore diverse content formats and reach new audiences. The Dude Perfect Gaming channel, established in , specializes in challenges, particularly competitive simulations of like and through series such as Dude Perfect University (DPU), where team members and virtual characters engage in high-stakes matches. By November 2025, it had garnered 393,000 subscribers, benefiting from via the main channel's descriptions and end screens. Dude Perfect Plus, launched in September 2020, serves as a hub for supplementary material including bloopers, deleted scenes, behind-the-scenes footage, and unedited raw clips from production, offering fans deeper insights into video creation processes. This channel has grown to 1.44 million subscribers by 2025, emphasizing experimental formats like extended fails compilations to enhance viewer engagement. To expand internationally, Dude Perfect introduced Dude Perfect en in , providing dubbed versions of popular videos alongside original Spanish-language trick shots and challenges tailored for audiences. It reached 225,000 subscribers by 2025, utilizing subtitles and cultural adaptations to foster growth. The Almost Athletes with Dude Perfect channel, debuted in 2025 as an extension of their , features audio-visual episodes with sports debates, celebrity interviews (such as with and ), and lighthearted challenges discussing athlete rankings and game strategies. Launched on September 10, 2025, in partnership with Wave Sports & Entertainment, the channel features weekly episodes with sports debates, celebrity interviews, and challenges. With around 67,000 subscribers by November 2025, it represents a shift toward conversational formats to complement physical content. Collectively, these secondary channels exceeded 2 million subscribers by 2025, driven by integrated promotion strategies that link content across platforms. Dude Perfect has also ventured into short-form video formats on and Reels since 2019, producing bite-sized pranks, rapid challenges, and stereotype skits to appeal to younger demographics and boost virality. These efforts, including the series launched in January 2018—which showcases planning mishaps, failed attempts, and variety experiments like "Wheel Unfortunate"—have broadened their portfolio beyond core trick shots, incorporating pranks and team-based challenges for sustained audience retention.

Collaborations and Partnerships

Brand and Sponsorship Deals

Dude Perfect began securing brand sponsorships in the early 2010s, with notable early partnerships including and , which involved creating sponsored videos centered on trick shots and playful challenges. These deals marked the group's transition from viral organic content to monetized collaborations, where brands like co-developed product lines and integrated them into high-energy segments, such as blaster battles and obstacle courses. Over time, these sponsorships evolved into more seamless integrations, blending promotional elements with Dude Perfect's signature humor and athleticism to engage their audience without disrupting the viewing experience. Sponsored content remains a cornerstone of Dude Perfect's revenue model, with partnerships selected to align with their family-friendly values, ensuring brands like and fit their wholesome, accessible image. These deals often manifest as dedicated video series, live event tie-ins, or campaigns, generating millions of views while supporting broader business operations. A prominent example of their ongoing sponsorship strategy is the partnership with 7 Brew coffee chain, announced on September 24, 2025, which includes two branded video appearances, co-developed merchandise, and a specialty beverage launch planned for the following summer. In 2025, Dude Perfect partnered with to power their HERO Tour, utilizing Galaxy devices including the S25 Ultra for and fan experiences. Such collaborations have fueled production upgrades, including enhanced facilities and capabilities, while contributing to the group's financial growth and a valuation surpassing $100 million by 2024 through diversified revenue streams.

Celebrity and Sports Collaborations

Dude Perfect has engaged in numerous collaborations with celebrities and sports figures, enhancing their content through joint trick shots and challenges that blend entertainment with athletic prowess. In 2016, the group partnered with clubs Manchester City and to produce trick shot videos filmed at the Etihad and Emirates stadiums. These collaborations featured players such as , , and , showcasing elaborate soccer-themed stunts that highlighted the clubs' facilities and star athletes. A dedicated partnership with Chelsea followed in 2017, featuring players including , Marcos Alonso, and at Stamford Bridge. A notable basketball-focused partnership occurred in 2021 with NBA center of the , who guest-starred in an episode involving physical challenges and comedic skits tailored to his towering 7-foot-4 frame. The appearance emphasized Marjanović's athleticism through western-themed antics and behind-the-scenes interactions, appealing to both sports fans and the group's younger audience. The group has also collaborated with NFL stars and musicians, often aligning with high-profile events like Super Bowl promotions. For instance, in 2015, wide receiver joined for trick shots during NBC's pregame coverage, performing feats that combined football skills with the group's signature style. Similarly, country musician participated in a 2015 archery kart battle, incorporating music-themed elements into the competitive format. Other NFL involvements include a 2016 challenge video against players such as , , and Mike Evans, fostering repeat engagements with the league. In October 2025, NFL legend collaborated with Dude Perfect on trick shots, giant , and discussions about the , amassing significant views and highlighting Brady's athleticism post-retirement. These partnerships have significantly boosted visibility, with videos like the 2016 soccer trick shots amassing over 94 million views on , demonstrating the appeal of crossovers between digital creators and established sports personalities. Such collaborations have led to sustained relationships, including ongoing NFL sponsorships that occasionally overlap with celebrity features and multiple joint projects over the years.

Business Ventures and Expansions

Television, Tours, and Live Events

Dude Perfect expanded their YouTube-based trick shot content into traditional television with the launch of The Dude Perfect Show on CMT in 2016. The series, greenlit by the network in September 2015 through a partnership with Rob Dyrdek's Superjacket Productions, premiered on April 14, 2016, and featured the group's signature sports comedy and challenges in a live-action format. In February 2017, Nickelodeon picked up the show for its second season, which debuted on July 16, 2017, shifting the focus to a younger audience while maintaining the high-energy stunts. The program ran for three seasons through 2019, totaling 48 episodes that blended scripted challenges with the unscripted feel of their online videos, allowing the group to adapt their digital format for broadcast while incorporating narrative elements like competitive games and guest appearances. Building on their television success, Dude Perfect ventured into live performances with arena tours that brought their trick shots and audience interaction to stages across North America. Their inaugural Pound It Noggin Tour in 2019 was a 20-city run starting July 11 in San Diego and concluding August 11 in Dallas, featuring live recreations of popular segments like "Wheel Unfortunate" and "Cool or Not Cool," along with improvised stunts involving fans. The tour sold out all dates, showcasing the group's ability to translate online entertainment into high-production live events. In November 2019, they announced a follow-up 30-city North American tour for 2020, set to begin May 28 in Greenville, South Carolina, and extend through July in Boston, though it was ultimately postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic and rescheduled for 2021. Their 2019 Pound It Noggin Tour and the rescheduled 2021 tour collectively drew over 500,000 fans across sold-out arenas. These tours highlighted a planned international expansion, emphasizing global appeal through interactive elements that mirrored their YouTube origins. Following the 2021 tour, Dude Perfect continued their live events with subsequent arena tours, culminating in the 2025 Hero Tour. Launched on July 2, 2025, in , the Hero Tour spanned 21 shows across 20 cities in and the , attracting over 200,000 fans with immersive experiences, trick shots, and family-friendly entertainment. A cinematic version of the tour, Dude Perfect: The Hero Tour, was released in theaters on September 26, 2025, allowing broader access to the live show. Beyond full tours, Dude Perfect participated in high-profile live events, including halftime performances at sports venues and appearances at festivals, where their trick shots captivated large crowds. The transition to these formats required adapting their production process, incorporating scripted segments for reliability on TV and stage while preserving the spontaneous energy of their initial YouTube videos to engage audiences in real-time.

Investments, Merchandise, and Recent Developments

In April 2024, Dude Perfect sold a minority stake to Highmount Capital, a private investment firm, in a deal valued at more than $100 million to fuel expansion into ventures. This strategic partnership appointed Andrew Yaffe, former executive vice president and head of social, digital, and original content at the NBA, as the group's first CEO in October 2024, marking a shift toward professionalized . Dude Perfect's merchandise operations, centered on apparel, toys, and sports gear, are sold exclusively through their official online store at dudeperfect.store, contributing significantly to their . These product lines, including branded , basketball accessories, and novelty items inspired by their trick-shot videos, generate millions in annual revenue as part of the group's overall gross earnings exceeding $50 million as of 2024. Recent developments since 2021 highlight Dude Perfect's push into diversified entertainment infrastructure. On December 17, 2022, they announced plans for Dude Perfect World, a $100 million interactive featuring hands-on trick-shot experiences and a 330-foot tower, aimed at immersing fans in their content universe. In July 2025, they partnered with Dig World to develop a construction-themed at Grapevine Mills Mall in , scheduled to open in early 2026. In 2023, they launched the Dude Perfect Video App in with A Parent Media Co., a family-safe streaming platform offering their full video library. The group opened their new $5 million headquarters, DPHQ3, in , on January 11, 2025, a 80,000-square-foot facility equipped for advanced and events. On February 22, 2025, they hosted the inaugural Trick Shot World Championship at the new HQ, inviting eight international teams for a competitive showcase that crowned local participants Mike Shields and Trent Cameron as winners. A key branding milestone came with the 2011 publication of "Go Big: Make Your Shot Count in the Connected World" by cofounder Cory Cotton, which chronicles the group's origins and outlines five principles for leveraging digital connectivity to turn passions into global brands. The book, drawing from their early success, has served as an inspirational touchstone, reinforcing Dude Perfect's ethos of bold, collaborative achievement in subsequent business expansions.

Achievements and Recognitions

World Records

Dude Perfect has achieved over 20 , primarily through elaborate trick shots and athletic feats that highlight their precision and teamwork. These accomplishments span , soccer, and unconventional challenges, often pushing the boundaries of physical coordination and distance. A standout record is the highest shot ever made, achieved in 2023 when member Tyler Toney ("The Beard") shot in from the SkyPod observation deck at Hotel, 856 feet above the hoop. This feat surpassed the previous mark by nearly 200 feet after 900 attempts spanning 22 hours over three days. Earlier milestones include the longest shot, emblematic of their early record-breaking efforts that frequently appeared on programming. The record-setting process involves close collaboration with Guinness World Records adjudicators to ensure official verification, typically requiring pre-approved guidelines, on-site witnessing, and rigorous documentation. Multiple attempts are common, as seen in their 2016 effort where they broke 11 basketball-related records in a single session at TCU's , blending high-stakes retries with their signature humor. These moments are seamlessly woven into their video content, turning potential failures into engaging narratives. These records have enhanced Dude Perfect's credibility as performers, driving substantial viewership—such as their Edition videos, which have amassed tens of millions of views—and solidifying their reputation for verifiable extremes in the trick shot genre. By focusing on attainable yet impressive challenges, the group inspires fans while maintaining entertainment value.

Awards and Subscriber Milestones

Dude Perfect has received several notable awards recognizing their contributions to digital sports and entertainment content. In 2015, they won the for Best Sports Series at the 5th Annual Streamy Awards, honoring their innovative trick-shot videos that captivated online audiences. The group continued to earn acclaim in subsequent years, culminating in a 2024 Sports Emmy Award for Outstanding Interactive Experience, awarded by the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences for their engaging multimedia projects that blend sports with interactive elements. On the platform, Dude Perfect achieved significant subscriber milestones, reaching 50 million subscribers in March 2020 and receiving a custom Ruby Creator Award to commemorate the feat, as YouTube had phased out standard play buttons for this tier around 2019. As of November 2025, their main channel has 61.7 million subscribers, and they hold the World Record for the most subscribers for a /trick shot channel on . This solidifies their status as one of the most subscribed sports and channels globally. Beyond awards, Dude Perfect has been featured in ' lists of top-earning YouTube creators, ranking #8 on the 2022 Highest-Paid YouTube Stars list with estimated earnings reflecting their broad influence in family-oriented digital content. They have also received nominations for family-friendly honors, including the Kids' Choice Awards and , underscoring their appeal to younger demographics through wholesome entertainment.

Beliefs, Values, and Personal Lives

Faith and Philanthropy

Dude Perfect's five members—Tyler Toney, Cody Jones, Coby Cotton, Garrett Hilbert, and Cory Cotton—share evangelical Christian beliefs, which they have publicly expressed as central to their mission of glorifying Jesus Christ through their work. While their main videos avoid overt preaching, the group has integrated subtle references to their faith since their early content, including a 2009 charity video produced in partnership with the Christian organization , where they pledged to sponsor children living in poverty. This commitment reflects their evangelical roots, with members drawing from personal testimonies and biblical principles in interviews and behind-the-scenes discussions. The group's philanthropy is deeply tied to their faith, particularly through their longstanding partnership with , which began in 2009 and has continued as an ongoing effort to support child sponsorship programs in impoverished communities worldwide. In their initial collaboration, Dude Perfect committed to sponsoring one child for every 100,000 views of a dedicated video, resulting in multiple sponsorships from that effort alone and establishing a model for viewer-driven giving. Over the years, they have expanded this work during live tours, inviting audiences to sponsor children and providing incentives like free tickets, thereby raising substantial funds to release children from in alignment with Compassion's Christian mission. This included their 2025 Hero World Tour, where they incorporated sponsorship drives and immersive experiences to further support global programs. Faith is woven into Dude Perfect's content through videos and events that promote such as perseverance, family, and joy, often featuring challenges that highlight and . During tours and special segments, members share personal testimonies and lead prayers, as seen in tour stops where they discuss redemption and . These elements extend to mission-oriented activities, including partnerships with organizations like Servant Life Missions for global outreach trips that send teams to serve communities in need. The impact of their faith-driven efforts includes founding initiatives like regular studies and mentorship programs through church connections, with member Cotton serving as a volunteer for seven years to guide young people in spiritual growth. These programs emphasize creating "global citizens" aware of broader kingdom work, as highlighted in their , fostering a legacy of charitable and evangelistic influence beyond entertainment.

Family Dynamics and Legitimacy

Dude Perfect's core members—Tyler Toney, twin brothers and Coby Cotton, Garrett Hilbert, and Cody Jones—share deep familial bonds that extend beyond their professional collaboration, with the Cotton twins forming the group's foundational sibling relationship since their college days at . All five members are married, and collectively they have 16 children as of April 2025, with another expected, fostering a "family-first" that permeates their and public image. This dynamic is evident in their collaborative decision-making, where personal family commitments often take precedence, allowing the group to balance high-energy projects with home lives centered on spouses and young children. Public skepticism regarding the authenticity of Dude Perfect's trick shots has persisted since their early videos, with critics questioning whether elaborate stunts are staged, digitally edited, or achieved through hidden cuts rather than genuine skill. The group has consistently affirmed that their tricks involve real attempts, often requiring dozens or even hundreds of takes over multiple days, as demonstrated in raw footage from projects like their challenges. While editing enhances pacing by omitting most failures, no evidence of outright fabrication—such as CGI or impossible physics—has been substantiated, and the members attribute their success to dedicated practice and full-time commitment to content production. In response to these concerns, Dude Perfect has prioritized transparency through behind-the-scenes content, including compilations and that reveal the trial-and-error , such as their 2022 "Backstage Pass" film showcasing unedited filming sessions. By 2025, the group had faced no major controversies over authenticity, maintaining a clean public record bolstered by live events where tricks are performed in real time before audiences. This has helped sustain fan trust, with members like Garrett Hilbert directly addressing doubters in interviews, framing as a compliment to their ingenuity. The expansion of members' families has notably shaped Dude Perfect's content toward more kid-friendly themes, incorporating family-oriented challenges like backyard games and safe sports variations that reflect their roles as parents. For instance, recent videos and their 2024 streaming service launch emphasize wholesome, accessible entertainment suitable for young viewers, drawing from personal milestones such as the birth of additional children across the group in recent years. Their shared Christian faith further reinforces this family-centric focus, guiding content that aligns with values of positivity and relational harmony.

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