He’s a competitive eater who made headlines by winning the 92nd Annual Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest, a major milestone in his career. Over the years, he has consistently proven himself as a top contender, earning the number one ranking in the world according to Major League Eating. Before all the fame and fanfare, he was just a student pursuing engineering at San Jose State University, laying the groundwork for a very different path than the one he’d eventually take. On July 4, 2014, he popped the question to Neslie Ricasa, marking what seemed like a joyful step forward in their relationship. However, despite being together for three years and planning a future, the couple ultimately decided to go their separate ways before their scheduled wedding on May 8. It goes to show that even someone as dominant in the eating circuit as him can face unexpected turns in life off the stage.
Back in 2009, he made a memorable appearance on Man v. Food, where he took on an absolutely massive challenge—the infamous 5-pound burrito known as Iguana’s Burritozilla. And honestly, it was quite the sight to see him power through the entire thing in just 3 minutes and 10 seconds. His performance definitely stood out, and it’s one of those moments that really defined his reputation for taking on extreme food challenges. He showed incredible focus and determination, and fans still talk about his run on the show today. It wasn’t just about eating—it was about conquering something most people wouldn’t even attempt.