Addison Rae

Social Media Personality and Dancer

Addison Rae - Social Media Personality and Dancer
Born

October 6th, 2000
25 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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Born in 2000, this individual gained prominence as a social media personality, particularly on TikTok, where dance videos attracted millions of followers. The career expanded to include music and acting, leading to participation in projects such as the Netflix film 'He's All That'. This person has also engaged in collaborations with various brands and launched a cosmetics line, further diversifying the portfolio within the entertainment industry. The transition from social media to mainstream media exemplifies adaptability within a rapidly evolving digital landscape.

Gained over 80 million followers on TikTok

Starred in the Netflix film 'He's All That'

Launched a cosmetics line

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