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== Overview ==
'''Michael David Paluso''', commonly known as '''MDP''', '''Mike''', or '''Unc''', is an American internet personality and self-described military veteran known for his confrontational behavior, alcohol-related incidents, and involvement in online disputes. He is particularly associated with the SCUSE-ME/lolcow.city community, where he has become known for his involvement in doxxing controversies, repeated exposure to online harassment, and his association with a group of internet users known as the [[MDP crew|MDP Crew]].
''A biography for MDP has not been added yet.''


== Public accounts and archives ==
As one of the older members of the community, Paluso is frequently referred to by the nickname "Unc", a reference to his age relative to other participants. His online presence is characterized by provocative humor, frequent arguments, and discussions of his military service and personal experiences.
''Public account and archive links can be added here.''
 
== Background and personal life ==
 
Paluso is a middle-aged American man who has reportedly been married and divorced two or three times. He has an '''18-year-old daughter'''.
 
He has described himself as a United States military veteran and has discussed his experiences during the Iraq War, including claims of involvement in the Battle of Fallujah.
 
Paluso has also spoken about undergoing significant neck and spinal surgery, reportedly involving multiple spinal fusions. The extent of these procedures and their long-term effects have not been independently documented.
 
His personal circumstances have periodically become subjects of discussion within the community, particularly following incidents in which other internet users obtained or circulated information about his private life.
 
=== Military service ===
 
Paluso claims to have served in the United States military during the Iraq War, including participation in the '''Battle of Fallujah'''.
 
Military service is a recurring topic in Paluso's conversations, and his accounts of his experiences have contributed to his public persona within the community.
 
He has also claimed to hold two black belts in martial arts, although the disciplines and circumstances of these qualifications are unclear.
 
=== Employment and financial circumstances ===
 
Paluso has reportedly worked in several occupations, including a brief period as an Uber driver.
 
According to an account circulated within the community, his access to the platform was terminated following a confrontation with a passenger involving allegedly racist remarks. The same account describes a physical altercation in which Paluso suffered a broken nose, although the precise circumstances remain disputed.
 
Paluso has also reportedly experienced employment difficulties following harassment campaigns in which individuals contacted people and organizations associated with him.
 
At one point, he was said to have moved into a family-owned property in Tennessee. Claims also circulated that he was expecting to inherit approximately '''$63 million''', although there is no independent evidence supporting this amount.
 
== Online presence and behavior ==
 
Paluso is known for participating in Discord voice chats and online discussions, frequently engaging in confrontations with other community members.
 
His appearances have often involved provocative humor, personal arguments, and disputes that occasionally escalated beyond the original conversations.
 
Alcohol has reportedly played a significant role in some of his more controversial appearances. During periods of intoxication, Paluso has been accused of making aggressive statements and disclosing private information about other users.
 
His willingness to engage in prolonged arguments, combined with his history of disputes involving personal information, has made him a recognizable and controversial figure within the community.
 
== Doxxing controversies ==
 
=== Involvement in doxxing ===
 
Paluso has been repeatedly accused of disclosing or threatening to disclose private information belonging to other members of the SCUSE-ME/lolcow.city community, including individuals associated with its moderation team.
 
Several of these incidents reportedly occurred while he was intoxicated and involved conflicts that had initially begun as disagreements in Discord voice chats.
 
His alleged willingness to involve other participants' private lives in online disputes has contributed significantly to his reputation.
 
=== Repeated doxxing of Paluso ===
 
Despite his own alleged involvement in doxxing, Paluso has also been a frequent target of similar activity.
 
According to community accounts, his personal information has been circulated on numerous occasions, resulting in unwanted contact with people and organizations associated with him.
 
Reported incidents include attempts to contact his apartment building, former spouses, family members, and employers.
 
One particularly significant incident reportedly involved a former female acquaintance who had previously been close to Paluso. According to the original account, the breakdown of their relationship led to the disclosure of personal information and contributed to a prolonged period of harassment.
 
The incident is frequently cited within the community as the beginning of Paluso's extensive history of being targeted by doxxing.


== Timeline ==
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== MDP Crew ==
The '''[[MDP crew|MDP Crew]]''', also known as the '''MDP People''', is an informal group of internet users associated with the SCUSE-ME/lolcow.city community. Originally centered around Michael David Paluso, the group became known for closely following controversial internet personalities, documenting their activities, and frequently engaging with or provoking their subjects.
Although Paluso was initially the group's primary focus, its interests eventually expanded to other personalities, including [[Timeghost]], [[Chris Armstrong]], [[Klungo]], and [[Sean Kaempf]]. By mid-2025, Paluso was no longer its main subject, although he remained closely associated with the group's identity.
Members of the crew have developed a reputation for collecting recordings, screenshots, and other material relating to their subjects. Their activities have received mixed reactions, with some community members appreciating their documentation and humor while others criticize their confrontational behavior and involvement in harassment-related disputes.
=== Renewed interest in Paluso ===
In July 2026, several members of the MDP Crew renewed their attention toward Paluso following statements he had allegedly made about his military service.
A discussion thread titled '''"MichaelDP Drunkenly Confesses to Possible War Crimes"''' was created, and members reportedly began pursuing Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests concerning his military records.
The discussion was prompted by remarks attributed to Paluso concerning the deaths of civilians during military operations. However, no independently verified evidence establishing that he committed war crimes has been presented.
=== Members and associates ===
Notable members and associates include [[Ewan]], [[Lew]], '''Javi (6767)''', [[Zoe]], '''Gimp/Lolcowlvr''', '''Ghid''', '''Niall''', '''Iri (Giv)''', '''Bababooey''', '''Mojo215''', and '''Headroom'''.
The group's interests have extended beyond Paluso to numerous other internet personalities, with members varying in their level of participation and involvement.
== Alcohol-related incidents ==
Paluso has frequently appeared in online conversations while reportedly under the influence of alcohol.
Some of his most controversial interactions have involved intoxicated arguments, aggressive language, and threats to expose other users' personal information.
These incidents have contributed to ongoing disputes with community members, particularly those involved in moderation or previous conflicts with Paluso.
Although the original article attributed his drinking to a specific psychiatric diagnosis, there is insufficient verified information to establish such a connection.
== Public image ==
Paluso occupies an unusual position within the SCUSE-ME/lolcow.city community as both a participant in controversial online behavior and a frequent target of similar conduct.
His age, reported military background, history of marriages, and repeated personal controversies distinguish him from many younger community members.
The nickname '''"Unc"''' reflects his status as an older participant and has become one of his most recognizable identifiers.
His relationship with the MDP Crew has also contributed substantially to his online notoriety. Although the group originally became closely associated with documenting his activities, it eventually developed into a broader community with interests extending beyond Paluso himself.
Much of his reputation stems from the contrast between his confrontational online persona and the real-world consequences that reportedly followed his involvement in internet disputes.
== Notable quotes ==
During a livestream discussing '''Michael David Paluso's upcoming surgery''', fellow internet personality [[Klungo]] made the following remark:
<blockquote>
"I hope I make it out alive. If not, shit happens."
</blockquote>
The statement was made by Klungo while discussing Paluso's medical situation, rather than by Paluso himself. It subsequently became associated with MDP within the community.
== See also ==
* [[MDP crew]]
* [[Klungo]]
* [[Timeghost]]
* [[Chris Armstrong]]
* [[Sean Kaempf]]


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