Tyler Oakley

Recognized in Forbes’ ’30 Under 30′ in 2017 for his significant impact in digital media, Tyler Oakley launched his highly influential YouTube channel in 2007, quickly cultivating a substantial global audience. Pioneering content focused on pop culture interests and candid advocacy for the LGBTQ+ community, his channel positioned him as a leading figure for youth engagement and social commentary. This early success established his foundational presence as a YouTuber, actor, activist, author, television personality, and Twitch streamer. Oakley swiftly diversified his media footprint, co-hosting ‘Top That!’, a weekly pop-culture news update for PopSugar from March to October 2013.

In December 2020, Oakley announced an indefinite hiatus from his weekly YouTube video production, shifting his creative focus towards new digital avenues. He has since become an active and prominent Twitch streamer, continuing to engage his dedicated fanbase and explore innovative content formats. Oakley’s career exemplifies a pioneering spirit in digital media, evolving from a YouTube trailblazer to a multifaceted entertainer, author, and an unwavering voice for social change, consistently leveraging his platform to impact millions.