Recognized as one of YouTube’s prominent trans creators, Miles McKenna was honored with a Shorty Award for Best LGBTQ+ Account in 2018, underscoring his significant influence in the LGBTQ+ community. McKenna launched his YouTube channel, MilesChronicles, in 2011, where he initially created confessional-style videos. His platform has since grown to attract over 1.1 million subscribers through content that blends comedic skits with insightful commentary on gender identity and other LGBTQ+ topics. McKenna publicly documented his personal journey, including coming out in 2015, identifying as non-binary in January 2017, and later affirming himself as a trans man, details which resonated deeply with his dedicated online following.
McKenna’s career progressed significantly in August 2017, followed by his partnership with Fullscreen, a network for digital content creators. In 2017, he headlined the ‘Love is Love’ tour, further expanding his reach beyond digital platforms. He also began taking testosterone as part of his FTM hormone replacement therapy in 2017, openly sharing his experience with his audience. His television and film career began with hosting the short-form docuseries Hella Gay with Miles McKenna and appearing in the interactive drama series Guilty Party.
Through his diverse work across digital content, acting, authorship, and music, Miles McKenna remains a compelling advocate and entertainer, consistently utilizing his multifaceted platform to champion LGBTQ+ issues and promote authenticity.