- Not to be confused with RobTopGames.
Robert "Rob" (born: June 9, 2004),[1][2]better known online as RobTob, is an American YouTuber known for his uploads animation, commentary and gaming videos.
About[]
Rob's YouTube channel features commentary animations on a wide range of topics, showcasing his diverse thoughts. Occasionally, he involves his friends in his videos. However, on December 29, 2019, he went on a long hiatus due to personal problems, pausing content creation temporarily.
Collaborations[]
Rob has collaborated extensively with various YouTubers in the past. Some of his earliest collaborations were with SnowyPackel, BrodyAnimates, and IceBomb (deleted). Additionally, in 2020, Rob was involved in all of LukeOrSomething's videos.
History[]
When Rob embarked on his YouTube journey, he kickstarted his channel with a notable animation, which served as his captivating channel trailer. In a unique and creative twist, he deviated from the conventional approach of featuring himself in the trailer and instead enlisted the help of his friends to bring it to life. By involving his friends in the channel trailer, Rob not only showcased his resourcefulness and collaborative spirit but also fostered a sense of camaraderie and shared enthusiasm among his closest companions. This decision emphasized his inclusive nature and highlighted the importance of community within his content creation endeavors. The choice to have his friends run the trailer, (featuring BrodyAnimates, SnowyPackel, IDK Mason, etc.) also added an extra layer of authenticity and relatability to his channel.[3]
By featuring familiar faces and voices, Rob created a sense of intimacy and familiarity that resonated with his audience. This approach allowed viewers to connect not only with the content itself but also with the individuals who played a part in its creation. Furthermore, by opting for an animated channel trailer, Rob demonstrated his prowess as an animator right from the outset. This deliberate choice to showcase his animation skills in such a prominent way set the tone for his channel and signalled to his audience the high-quality content they could expect in the future. It also served as a testament to his creativity and attention to detail, capturing the imagination of viewers and leaving a lasting impression.
Overall, Rob's decision to have his friends run his inaugural channel trailer exemplifies his ability to think outside the box and infuse his content with a personal touch. By involving his friends and showcasing his animation prowess, he not only created a memorable introduction to his channel but also fostered a sense of community and authenticity that would continue to resonate with his audience throughout his YouTube journey. Luckily, in January 1, 2021, he made a new channel, Robbo, where he now does vlogs,[4] and a second channel named Robbo Talks, where he does just commentary.
Channel milestones[]
Note: The following dates are according to Social Blade. Dates may vary by one or two days due to differences in time zones.
Subscriber milestones[]
- 500 subscribers: October 20, 2019
- 1,000 subscribers: December 29, 2019
- 2,000 subscribers: January 10, 2020
Trivia[]
- He went into hiatus on December 29, 2019.
- Rob collaborated on a video with BrodyAnimates and his friends on all videos.
- He made a new channel on January 1, 2021.