In 2014 anyone can become famous by simply clicking an upload button. YouTube has created many well-known celebrities including movie critics, gamers and everyday women who have taken their personality and brand to the next level online.
YouTube has become a platform for discovering talent musically, personally and creativity. The entertainment industry has been changed because of the ability for everyone to become a star overnight. YouTube has become the go-to place for movie reviews, music covers and how-to videos, all at the finger types of millions around the word. Celebrities like Bethany Mota and Tyler Ward have created a huge fan base based upon YouTube videos alone.
TheCelebrityCafe.com is counting down the top ten most famous YouTube stars. From Bethany Mota to Schmoes Know, these YouTube stars are changing how we interact with the Internet and with other pop culture fans online. Did your favorite YouTube star not make the list? Comment below and add your favorite.
10. Bethany Mota
Bethany Mota posted videos about her life and has become famous just because of her personality and videos. She has more subscribes and followers on YouTube and Instagram than even Beyonce and Lady Gaga.
9. TheDiamondMinecart
This channel has made over $2.15 million and has 1.78 million subscribers. Daniel, who is known as The DiamondMinecart and reviews video games and plays popular games. With all of his success, Daniel met his fellow YouTuber wife, JemPlaysMC.
8. Michelle Phan
Michelle Phan was the first woman on YouTube to reach one billion views. Phan represents an entire section of YouTube, which focuses on DIY and makeup tutorials. Phan found her niche and now has over 56 million views on one video alone.
7. Tyler Ward
Tyler Ward has proven that you can have an entire music career, without a record label. Instead of the traditional avenues, post cover videos to YouTube and discover millions of fans all across the world. Some of the hottest talent in music today is being discovered online and on YouTube, just like Ward.
6. Shane Dawson
Shane Dawson was one of the early adopters when it comes to YouTube. Dawson posted videos about his life and what he is was thinking about pop culture. The result changed YouTube forever. Dawson allowed and encourage everyday people to upload their thoughts and become famous overnight.
5. JacksGap
JacksGap prides itself on being a channel that was created out of love and a passion for travel. The channel features Jack and Finn Harries, who are twin brothers, who post weekly videos and constantly interact with fans. The channel has over four million followers.
4. Jenna Marbles
Jenna Marbles has made an entire career out of being a YouTube star. Marbles currently has a net worth of over $4 million and has launched an entire brand around her over the top personality and real life advice. Marbles is relatable, funny and has millions of fans that hang on her every word.
3. Jeremy Jahns
Jeremy Jahns set up a camera in his extra room and started filming movie reviews, since his early reviews, his channel has exploded. Fans appreciate his honest take, funny commentary and unique rating scale. Before movie fans head out to the theaters, they click on Jahns to see what he says about the latest film.
2. Schmoes Know
Schmoes Know features Mark Ellis and Kristian Harloff, along with loveable, hilarious friends coming together to talk about movies. The duo reviews films, has their own weekly podcast on Thursday evenings and have each launched their own network featuring spin-off shows. Ellis and Harloff have proven that YouTube can be creditable, relatable and fun all at the same time. When it comes to movies, these two are on top of their game.
1. PewDiePie
PewDiePie is one of the top-grossing YouTubers to date. The Swedish video-game commentator has over 23 million subscribers. He is currently the king of YouTube in both money and fans but as with this industry, with one upload everything could change.