Eleanor, better known as Elz the Witch, was born on October 8, 1991, in Suffolk, England. She is currently 32 years old and is based in London. Elz is a well-known English YouTuber, radio host, and sports presenter.
She is recognized for her gaming content, especially videos about The Sims. Aside from her YouTube career, Elz works with the BBC and has a regular radio show on KISS Fresh. She has grown a large online following with over 209,000 subscribers on YouTube.
Early Age
Elz was born in Suffolk and spent her childhood there before moving to Norwich at 11 to attend boarding school. She started gaming when she was eight, even though people told her she didn’t ‘look like a gamer.’
While growing up, Elz was passionate about technology, often listening to 90s R&B, and was known to be quite reserved. Her love for gaming continued throughout her childhood and became a significant part of her career.
Education
Elz pursued her education in Norwich, where she attended boarding school. After finishing her early education, she went on to university and graduated with a first-class honors degree in IT, Management, and Business. Her background in tech education helped her work in the tech industry before transitioning into her YouTube career.
Career
Elz started her YouTube channel in December 2018, focusing on gaming content. Her channel quickly gained popularity as she uploaded gameplay videos of The Sims and other games, such as Fortnite.
Over time, her ‘Let’s Plays’ and game walkthroughs attracted a large audience, leading her to gain more than 209,000 subscribers. Elz also shares vlogs and has expanded her content to include podcasts, where she discusses the gaming world. Aside from YouTube, she is a radio presenter at KISS Fresh and hosts various events, including sports-related shows and podcasts.
Controversies
In January 2024, Elz became involved in a controversy when it was announced that she and fellow YouTuber Yung Filly would participate in a British Army recruitment event called ‘Operation: Belong,’ held on Twitch.
Critics argued that using YouTubers and a Fortnite-themed event could appeal to young viewers, sparking debate about ethical advertising. Some, like YouTuber ImAllexx, described the situation as ‘dystopian’ and were concerned about its potential influence on children.
Personal Life
Elz has not publicly shared much about her personal life or love life. However, she supports Manchester City F.C. and remains active on social media platforms like Instagram, where she connects with her fans and shares her experiences in gaming, music, and sports.
I’m a passionate content writer with over five years of experience. My hobbies include binge-watching horror movies, reading novels, learning from YouTube, and exploring new places.