In a recent video, Charles White Jr., popularly known as MoistCr1TiKaL, participated in a WIRED Autocomplete Interview, where he answered some of the most searched questions about him. From discussing his life before YouTube to his thoughts on resembling Jesus, this interview provided insightful and entertaining information about the internet sensation. Let’s dive into the highlights of the interview!
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Childhood and Early YouTube Years
Charles White Jr., also known as MoistCr1TiKaL or simply Cr1TiKaL, had a humble start on YouTube. Before his career on the platform, he was just a regular kid, not even old enough to have a job. In his own words, he joked about snorting glue and drinking milk. However, his life took a turn when he started posting ridiculous content on the internet, which eventually enabled him to make a living.
Email and Goofy Vocal Cords
During the interview, Cr1TiKaL shared his email address, which he mentioned rarely checking due to numerous cult newsletters and hypochondriac baits. However, he did reveal a heartwarming story of how he became friends with someone named Kaya after receiving a touching message. As for his distinct vocal style, he attributed it to having weird vocal cords and described his voice as sounding like an unenthusiastic hand job. He also mentioned his fondness for using words like ‘goofy’ and ‘silly’ in his expressions.
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The Origin of ‘Penguinz0’
Cr1TiKaL addressed the question about his channel name, ‘Penguinz0,’ stating that he came up with it when he was just 11 years old. He thought penguins were cool and simply added a ‘z’ and a ‘0’ to make it unique. He clarified that there was no deep meaning behind it, just a simple childhood preference.
The Mystery of White Shirts
One of the most intriguing aspects of Cr1TiKaL’s appearance is his consistent choice of white shirts. When asked about it, he revealed that convenience and affordability were the main reasons behind it. He mentioned being a fan of Walmart and often opting for big packs of white shirts as they were easy to find and met his requirements. Fashion statements were not his priority.
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Florida, The Phobia, and Band Involvement
Having spent most of his life in Florida, Cr1TiKaL humorously stated that he would stick around even if the state became fully underwater. When it comes to phobias, he admitted to being scared of flying, which is his main fear. As for his involvement in a band, he revealed that he collaborates with his friend Troy from New Zealand to create music. Cr1TiKaL takes care of lyrics and vocals while Troy handles the music production.
Mocking Jesus and World Records
During the interview, Cr1TiKaL addressed the misconception of his resemblance to Jesus, stating that he personally doesn’t see the similarity, apart from having long hair and being short. He humorously mentioned the differences in their hair colors and denied the resemblance. As for world records, Cr1TiKaL admitted to previously holding some gaming-related records but mentioned that they often get taken away by competitors. He jokingly expressed disappointment at losing the record for sex toy collecting to Belle Delphine.
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The Face Reveal and Discord Usage
Cr1TiKaL’s face was unveiled in 2015 when he started posting Snapchat videos of himself doing recorder covers of popular music. He gradually showcased his face more in his videos over time. As for Discord usage, Cr1TiKaL stated that he doesn’t frequently go on the platform, mainly using it to talk to friends or engage in voice calls.
Favorite Anime and Games
In the interview, Cr1TiKaL expressed his love for the anime ‘Code Geass,’ considering it a masterpiece with one of his favorite endings in all of fiction. He also revealed that his favorite game is ‘City of Heroes,’ an old MMO that he believes is underrated. Cr1TiKaL shared his admiration for the game’s shutdown in 2012 but mentioned that private servers still allow him to occasionally revisit the game.
Family and Hollywood Rumors
Cr1TiKaL clarified that he doesn’t have siblings, although he hasn’t explicitly confirmed it with his parents. He jokingly responded to a question about his involvement in the ‘Hunger Games’ franchise, sarcastically claiming that he held the entire franchise together and expressing disappointment at not being invited back for the most recent installment. He also debunked rumors about his death, confirming that he is indeed alive.
Streaming, Scripting, and Thank You’s
Cr1TiKaL mentioned streaming every night, albeit with varying times and spontaneity. He debunked the use of scripts in his videos, highlighting that he improvises and talks about absolute nonsense in front of the camera. Except for pre-planned collaborations like ‘Wrestling with Wrestling,’ most of his videos are created effortlessly. Lastly, Cr1TiKaL expressed gratitude to his viewers and jokingly thanked the ‘Hunger Games’ franchise for the experience.