When it comes to social media, there are countless people making a name for themselves, and earning some big bucks out of what they do on their Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube accounts! For some, it's all about exposure; for others, it's about changing the world. Whatever the case may be, these five nominees for Social Media Influencer of the Year at The Female First Awards 2019 all certainly deserve their spot on our nominees list!
Nominee: Shane Dawson
It's been a tremendous year for YouTuber Shane Dawson. He's gone from making food videos to putting out multi-part documentaries on the video-sharing website, delving into the lives of some of the most controversial figures the platform has ever played host to. We've seen his friendship with the likes of Jeffree Star go from strength to strength, and he's allowed audiences to get to know the real people behind the online personalities we're all used to.
Alongside his fiancé Ryland, future sister-in-law Morgan and gorgeous/funny/delightful/adorable cameraman and editor, Andrew, he's changing the world of social media as we know it. Seeing that part of history go down in real-time is nothing short of astonishing. He should be immensely proud of all he's doing.
Did we mention he and Jeffree enjoyed the most successful make-up launch of all time following an almost-year-long collaboration? Incredible!
Nominee: Molly-Mae Hague
Before she went into this year's edition of Love Island (where she finished as runner-up alongside boxer Tommy Fury), Molly-Mae Hague was already a relatively well-known name, thanks to a large Instagram following. After being on the ITV series however, she managed to turn her popularity into an empire, picking up deals with all sorts of brands for big payouts, and influencing the young generation on everything from how to dress, to where to chill out, and what to eat.
She got a lot of unfair stick following her time on Love Island, but she is one half of only two couples that have stayed together after coming out of the luxury villa. How's that for a slap in the face, doubters?
Nominee: Mrs Hinch
There's a real buzz around cleaning, and keeping your home and personal space tidy, nowadays. One of the main reasons for this resurgence in cleanliness, is Sophie Hinchliffe, aka Mrs Hinch. Sharing her best cleaning hacks and products on social media, she's inspired the nation to get rid of the grub, and keep our houses sparkling!
Invited on countless shows and sent thousands of products from companies that want her endorsements, she's had a year packed full of interactivity, with a fan base that's only ever climbing.
Nominee: Jenn Thai
Food influencers are a dime a dozen, but rarely do you come across one as personable and relatable as Jenn Thai. Showing off her foodie snaps to the world on Instagram, she's amassed a following of almost 12,000 on the platform alone. She might be in her early days of building up legions of fans, but she's absolutely one to watch. 2019 has been massive for her, and 2020 is only going to get bigger.
Nominee: Stormzy
Our final nominee is a man who's usually known for his music, but who took the time to encourage his followers to register to vote ahead of this year's General Election. Upon sharing the link to the electoral registration website, applications to register spiked by 236%, with a record-breaking 350,000 people registering after the rapper called on people to use their voice in the election.
And the winner is...
Stormzy! Anyone who can encourage young people to learn a little about politics, and put their hard-fought-for vote to use, is a hero in our books.
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