Daniel James Howell, born on June 11, 1991, in Wokingham, Berkshire, England, is a prominent British YouTuber, presenter, comedian, and author. He gained widespread recognition through his YouTube channel, Daniel Howell (formerly known as danisnotonfire), which has amassed over six million subscribers. Howell is also known for his collaboration with Phil Lester, with whom he created the YouTube channel DanAndPhilGAMES.

Howell's journey into digital content creation began in October 2009 with his first YouTube video titled "HELLO INTERNET." Encouraged by friends like Phil Lester, Howell quickly gained a substantial following due to his engaging content and relatable humor. His partnership with Lester extended beyond YouTube, as they co-hosted BBC Radio 1’s Sunday night entertainment show "Dan and Phil" from 2013 to 2014, earning a Sony Golden Headphones Award for their work.

In addition to his online presence, Howell has co-authored two successful books with Lester: "The Amazing Book Is Not on Fire" (2015) and "Dan and Phil Go Outside" (2016). He also published a solo book, "You Will Get Through This Night," in 2021, focusing on mental health advocacy. Howell has ventured into voice acting, with roles in animated series like "Big Hero 6" (2014) and "The Lion Guard" (2016).

Howell publicly came out as gay in 2019 and continues to engage with his audience through various projects. In 2023, he signed with United Talent Agency (UTA) and InterTalent, and in 2024, he and Lester celebrated 15 years of collaboration with their "Terrible Influence" tour across North America. Howell's contributions to digital entertainment and his advocacy work have made him a significant figure in youth culture.