| Human Profile | |
| Education: | Blue Valley High School (Diploma) |
| Subscribers: | 15.4M |
| Views: | 2,333,302,151 |
| YouTube Revenue: | $7M - $23.3M |
| Videos: | 367 |
| Channel Created: | October 2014 |
Overview
Samuel John Golbach and Cole Robert Brock are American social media personalities and paranormal investigators, widely recognized for their YouTube channel featuring explorations of haunted locations and abandoned places, building on their early comedic content on Vine, and producing popular web series and films that earned them a Teen Choice Award.
Latest News (Dec 30, 2025): Sam and Colby's most recent activity appears to be a YouTube video titled "SCARIEST Sam and Colby Moments of 2025!", which was uploaded on December 20, 2025, approximately 10 days ago. No other new videos, social media announcements, collaborations, or newsworthy developments from the past 7 days were found in the search results.
Early Lives and Friendship
Sam and Colby Paranormal Investigators are a duo consisting of Samuel John Golbach and Cole Robert Brock. Golbach was born in Kansas, while Brock was born and raised in Stanley, Kansas. The two met during their freshman year at Blue Valley High School, where they were both in the marching band. Initially described as shy “band kids,” they bonded during a summer band camp and began motivating each other to step out of their comfort zones.
Sam Golbach was born to Kirk and Cindy Golbach and has a sister named Allison and a brother named Ben. Colby Brock’s parents are Lesa and Layne, and he has a brother named Gage. Both grew up in supportive families that encouraged their creative interests.
Career Beginnings on Vine
While still in high school, Sam and Colby ventured into social media, starting on the short-form video app Vine. They gained significant popularity by creating comedic and prank-style videos, including a notable series called “Following Fat People.” Their aim was to build confidence and entertain, and their following on the platform grew to over a million. Their presence on Vine established their collaborative dynamic and introduced them to a wide audience. They continued creating content on Vine until the platform eventually shut down.
Transition to YouTube and Paranormal Focus
Sam and Colby created their YouTube channel on October 28, 2014, and uploaded their first video on November 13, 2014, while still active on Vine. Initially, their YouTube content was varied, including vlogs, challenges, and comedy skits, mirroring some of the styles they were known for on Vine. A significant shift in their content occurred in April 2015 when they posted their first video exploring a haunted location.
Over time, their focus gravitated towards paranormal investigations and exploring abandoned places. This change in content resonated with their audience and became the primary focus of their channel. Their willingness to explore famously haunted locations, combined with their engaging personalities, contributed to their growing popularity on the platform.
Major Projects and Career Milestones
As their channel grew, Sam and Colby expanded their paranormal investigations into larger series and feature-length films. Some of their most popular investigations include visits to The Stanley Hotel, the Crescent Hotel, and the Winchester Mystery House. In 2019, they were arrested for trespassing at a school construction site in Florida, an event they later described as a pivotal moment that helped them refocus their content.
Beyond their regular YouTube videos, they have produced web series such as Stranded with Sam and Colby and films including Sam and Colby: A Week at The Conjuring House and Sam and Colby: The Legends of The Paranormal. The duo also launched a merchandise line called XPLR. Their work has been recognized with a Teen Choice Award.
Personal Lives
Both Sam and Colby have shared aspects of their personal lives with their audience. Colby Brock has been open about his battle with testicular cancer and announced he was cancer-free in 2023. Sam Golbach has been in a long-term relationship with singer Katrina Stuart. The duo remains active on their YouTube channel and other social media platforms.