Gamst: "Hot-tempered uncle" was boycotted, now back to 'dominate' Korean YouTube

After more than thirteen years on the screen, Gamst is no longer just a streamer, but a symbol of perseverance. He inspires a younger generation of creatives: that you don't have to be perfect to be loved, just be sincere and dare to stand up after stumbling.

Kim In-jik and the journey began with a passion for football

Kim In-jik (김인직), born on January 8, 1990 in Jangseong County, South Jeolla Province, South Korea, is known as Gamst – a nickname inspired by Norwegian player Morten Gamst Pedersen.
With no flashy beginnings, Gamst started his career in a small motel room, with only an old computer and a dream of telling stories about football in his own way.
In 2012, he began broadcasting the FIFA Online 2 game on the AfreecaTV platform, with a lively, intimate and energetic commentary style. At that time, when the concept of "streamer" was still unfamiliar, Gamst quickly made an impression on the audience thanks to his wit, straightforward personality and sincere passion for sports.

The first twist – when the comedy dream fails

In 2013, Gamst suddenly left the platform to pursue another dream – becoming a comedian. He participated in the TV station's entrance exam, but failed. That time made him depressed, once thinking about giving up broadcasting altogether.
However, 2015 marked Gamst's spectacular comeback. He realized that he belonged to the online space – where the audience could laugh, share and live with real emotions. Together with a group of young associates, he founded Gam Company, officially entering the professional stage of his personal career.

Shine from the streaming room to the big stage

The period 2016–2018 was Gamst's most brilliant period. He created the program "seen radio" – a form of broadcasting that both talks and exchanges, combining talk shows, sports and comedy. This unique format helped him win the Grand Prize of AfreecaTV, bringing Gamst's name beyond the world of gamers.

His charisma quickly caught the attention of television stations. In 2018, Gamst was appointed as a K-League promotion ambassador and became MBC's digital commentator on major sporting events such as the 2018 World Cup and the 2018 Asian Games.
Not stopping there, he entered the entertainment television industry, appeared in Radio Star, participated in the reality show Real Man 300 – Special Warfare School, and even made cameo in the movie Secrets and Lies.
At the end of the year, Gamst was honored with the Best New Male Artist Award at the MBC Entertainment Awards, becoming one of the few streamers who succeeded in crossing the line between the online world and national television.

When light can also burn

In 2019, Gamst's reputation reached its peak, but it was also the time when he faced his first falls. In a friendly match between South Korea and Colombia, he was criticized for inappropriate comments. Gamst publicly apologized, admitted the mistake and suspended operations.
Not long after, a scandal involving a member of the joint broadcast team caused Gamst to be caught up in a wave of criticism. He withdrew from his position as a K-League ambassador and chose to remain silent. Two months later, Gamst returned, calmer down, and chose League of Legends as the new content.
"No one is perfect. But if you have an audience waiting, you have to come back," he said in his first livestream after the crisis. That quote was later seen as Gamst's professional manifesto.

The scary silence and obsession with social networks

In early 2021, the Korean online community was confused when Gamst's YouTube channel suddenly posted the announcement "He has disappeared." Rumors spread quickly, making fans worried. A few days later, Gamst appeared, explaining that it was just a break to recuperate.
That small event reflects the invisible pressure that people who live through online images are subjected to: just be silent for a few days, and the world will think you're gone. For Gamst, this is a big lesson about the boundary between personal life and work – something that celebrities in the online age always have to balance.

When private life also becomes the focus

In 2022, Gamst publicly dated BJ Toubab (Oh Jo-eun) – a personality and dynamic female streamer. The two often appear together, creating a playful and energetic image.

In 2025, the audience was surprised when they announced their breakup because of differences of opinion. But at the end of the year, the image of the two appearing together in a charity stream sparked rumors of a reunion. Either way, Gamst kept a calm demeanor, not making a fuss about explaining.
At the same time, he continues to develop sports commentary, especially Manchester United and K-League matches. His enthusiasm, witty and sincere way of talking helped him maintain a loyal fan base for many years.

From a hostel room to the title of ambassador of his hometown

In 2025, the government of Jangseong County – his hometown – appointed Gamst as a promotional ambassador for the "Jangseong Tourism Year 2025".
A journey that has come to a complete end: the boy who used to broadcast in a small room has now become the face of the land where he was born. It is the result not only of personal efforts, but also of a long journey to find a true place in the hearts of the public.
On the AfreecaTV platform, Gamst is still active: in the last 30 days, he broadcast more than 215 hours, attracting an average of nearly 9,500 viewers per episode – a figure that shows that Gamst's appeal is still sustainable despite the changes in the online world.

Gamst – True Emotions Storyteller

In the online world – where the light changes every second, Gamst still retains its own foothold with positive energy, vibrant voice, and the ability to connect audiences with real emotions.
At the age of 35, Kim In-jik is not only a familiar face of AfreecaTV or MBC, but also a symbol of the story of "going from nothing to the hearts of viewers" – a journey of energy, passion and honesty.

Gamst doesn't build his image with tricks or marketing – he chooses to tell everyday stories with sincerity. Each of his livestreams is not only an hour of entertainment, but also a place where the audience finds laughter, empathy and a real sense of "connection". From dramatic football matches, impromptu conversations to moments of sharing personal difficulties, Gamst always fully expresses who he is – a streamer who lives with emotions and dedicates with his heart.

As a result, Gamst has become a role model for the Korean content creator generation: dare to be truthful, dare to be wrong, and dare to stand up. He shows that in the midst of a competitive virtual world, what keeps the audience the longest is not fame or views, but the "real person" behind the screen.

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