Born in United States · Nationality American — Technology reviews / online video / cars

Marques Brownlee

Also known as: MKBHD, Marques Keith Brownlee

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American technology reviewer born in 1993, host of MKBHD and automotive review channels.

Marques Brownlee, known as MKBHD, reviews consumer technology and cars. In 2024 his Panels wallpaper app drew criticism over pricing and data disclosures, and he apologised after posting footage of dangerous speeding. A sponsored DJI video and disputes over automotive reviews also drew public criticism, with no personal criminal sanction verified.

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Profile No. 5885 · Updated on 6 November 2026

2Documented controversies

2Sources

0Formal charge · all time

0Conviction

§ Legal statuses reflect the documented sources as of the date shown; they replace neither court decisions nor the presumption of innocence. Counts are not a rating. Methodology

I. Documented controversies

September–October 2024

2024: Panels pricing and ad requirements criticised

No legal proceedings

At launch, Brownlee’s Panels wallpaper app charged about $12 per month or $50 per year, while free downloads required video ads. Users and technology reviewers questioned its value and business model. Brownlee acknowledged a flawed launch and announced changes.

State of the evidence: Public criticism reported by the press; no judicial finding.
Legal status — source text: No proceedings against the individual identified as of the research date.
Attribution: Pricing and advertising considered excessive for an app launched by a technology reviewer.

Sources · 1

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DexertoMarques Brownlee responds to backlash over launch of his Panels wallpaper app24 September 2024MediaMedium reliability

Last verified: 6 November 2026

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November 2024

2024: footage appears to show 95 mph in a 35 mph zone

No legal proceedings

In a November 2024 video, a visible display appeared to show a Lamborghini travelling at about 95–96 mph on a 35-mph road near a warning to slow for children. Brownlee removed the clip and publicly apologised for dangerous behaviour. No personal traffic prosecution or conviction was verified.

State of the evidence: Published footage and public apology; no criminal sanction identified.
Legal status — source text: No proceedings against the individual identified as of the research date.
Attribution: Driving far above the posted speed limit.

Sources · 1

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The VergeMKBHD got himself in trouble again12 November 2024MediaHigh reliability

Last verified: 6 November 2026

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Controversia profile, updated 6 November 2026. Latest version: https://controversia.info/en/fiche/marques-brownlee