MrBeast defends $500K fire stunt amid outrage over safety concerns YouTuber MrBeast addressed criticism over his latest video, which featured a dangerous-looking stunt where a professional stuntman escapes a burning building while collecting cash. New Delhi:The new video by MrBeast (world’s most popular YouTuber) which was posted to YouTube on Saturday, has drawn both attention and controversy. MrBeast respondsIn response to the backlash, MrBeast took to social media to defend the video. According to the team, no safety measures were needed during filming, as the stunt went off without incident. MrBeast also emphasized the professionalism of the stunt coordinator, who ensured that everything was done safely.