Levy Rozman

GothamChess. GothamChess, the alias of Levy Rozman, is a renowned American International Master and chess content creator, widely regarded as "The Internet's Chess Teacher."
Background
Levy Rozman was born on December 5, 1995, in Brooklyn, New York, to a Russian-Ukrainian immigrant family. He began playing chess at the age of five and showed considerable promise, achieving a FIDE rating of 2000 by the age of 12. He became a National Master at 16 and later earned the title of International Master (IM) in 2018, reaching a peak Elo rating of 2421  

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Rise to Fame
GothamChess gained popularity primarily through online platforms during the COVID-19 pandemic. His YouTube channel became the first chess channel to surpass one billion views, reflecting his effective teaching style and engaging content. As of early 2025, he boasts over 6 million subscribers and more than 3.3 billion views on YouTube  

. His Twitch streams and other social media platforms also contribute to his growing audience, establishing him as a significant figure in the chess community.
Teaching and Content Creation
Rozman's content focuses on making chess approachable, offering tutorials, game analyses, and commentary that cater to players of all skill levels. His educational approach is characterized by clarity and humor, helping to break down complex strategies into understandable lessons. He also runs a chess courses platform called Chessly, which offers various educational materials for aspiring chess players.