LDSHADOWLADY

LDShadowLady, whose real name is Elizabeth "Lizzie" Dwyer, is a British YouTube content creator renowned for her engaging and whimsical Minecraft gameplay videos. Born on October 7, 1992, in England, she has cultivated a massive online following through her creative storytelling and distinctive sense of humor. As of 2025, her primary YouTube channel boasts over 7 million subscribers and more than 1,000 uploaded videos, accumulating billions of views. 

📚 Early Life and Education

Lizzie grew up in England alongside her younger sister, Maddie. Her father is a doctor, and her mother is a nurse. She pursued higher education at Liverpool John Moores University, where she studied Computer Animation and Visualization, graduating with an Upper Second Class degree in 2015. 

💻 YouTube Career and Rise to Fame

Lizzie launched her YouTube channel, LDShadowLady, on January 9, 2010. Initially, she uploaded Call of Duty gameplay videos but transitioned to Minecraft content in 2011 after gaining inspiration from other creators. Her participation in Zack Scott's "Scottland" Minecraft server significantly boosted her channel's popularity. She is best known for her "ShadowCraft" series, a modded single-player Minecraft adventure that showcases her creativity and humor. 

Over the years, Lizzie has been involved in various Minecraft series and collaborations, including:

• ShadowCraft 2.0

• Crazy Craft 3.0

• TrollCraft

• One Life

• Kingdom Craft

• X Life

• Empires SMP

• Afterlife SMP

• Secret Life SMP

Her content is characterized by imaginative builds, engaging storytelling, and a lighthearted tone that appeals to a broad audience. 

👩‍❤️‍👨 Personal Life

Lizzie met fellow YouTuber Joel SmallishBeans (real name Joel Bragg) at GameFest in 2011. The couple got engaged in November 2017 and married in May 2019. They often collaborate on gaming content and share a home in the north of England with their Finnish Lapphund dog, Meri. Their cat, Buddy, sadly passed away in January 2023.

In June 2021, Lizzie publicly came out as bisexual, sharing this aspect of her identity with her audience. 

🌐 Online Presence

Beyond YouTube, Lizzie maintains an active presence on various social media platforms:

• Instagram: 

• Twitter: 

• Twitch: 

Her engaging content and authentic personality have earned her a dedicated fanbase across these platforms.

🏆 Achievements and Impact

LDShadowLady has made significant contributions to the gaming community, particularly in promoting female representation in gaming. In 2012, she co-founded the Pixel Pact, a female gaming group that includes members like Vengelfe, Yammy xox, MittyMoxx, NyanStrike, and Elleanora, with affiliate members LaurenzSide and Kaleidow. 

Her innovative approach to content creation and commitment to inclusivity have inspired many aspiring gamers and content creators worldwide.