The Leeroy Jenkins video was staged. In 2017 B Schulz, who portrayed Leeroy and B Vinson, who recorded the video, released a "first take" or "dry run" of the video, confirming its scripted nature. Vinson stated "We didn't think anyone would believe
Whoops! You tied my arms and legs up a little too tight, and kept them tied up for a little too long. Next thing I knew, we were in the hospital and I was having to get them all removed. Not that I’m complaining. I think I’m even cuter than before!