Mike Winkelmann, known as Beeple, is an American digital artist and graphic designer. He gained widespread recognition for his innovative work in the field of digital art, particularly through his daily art project where he created and shared a new piece of artwork every day for over 13 years. In March 2021, Winkelmann made headlines when his digital artwork titled "Everydays: The First 5000 Days" was sold as a non-fungible token (NFT) for $69 million at a Christie's auction. This sale marked a significant moment in the art world, highlighting the growing popularity of NFTs and the potential for digital art to be valued alongside traditional forms of art.