Jacob Sartorius

Social media personality and singer

Jacob Sartorius - Social media personality and singer
Born

October 2nd, 2002
22 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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Gained popularity through lip-syncing videos on Musical.ly, later transitioning to music. Released debut single 'Sweaty T-Shirt' in 2016, which achieved commercial success. Built a substantial following on platforms like Instagram and TikTok, sharing personal experiences and engaging with fans. Released multiple singles and extended plays, solidifying a place in the pop music genre.

Released the single 'Sweaty T-Shirt'

Amassed millions of followers on social media platforms

Released several singles including 'Hit or Miss'

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