The internet is full of content creators, but only a select few can say they’ve earned a spot on one of TIME’s biggest annual lists. This year, the publication recognized more than a handful of Black digital stars who are shaping culture, influencing conversations, and redefining what it means to be an influencer with a meaningful platform in today’s age.
From beauty and comedy to sports, fashion and education, Black creators made a major impact across nearly every category. We’ve rounded up those who landed on the 2026 TIME100 Creators list!
Keep reading to see which of your faves made the cut!
Druski
With 13.1 million followers on Instagram and 14.4 million on TikTok, it’s not surprising that Druski made this list. His hilarious skits about life and pop culture happenings always get the people going. You can check out some of his funniest here!
KevOnStage
KevOnStage a.k.a. Kevin Fredericks’ rise from stand-up comedian to social media star to TV show creator should seriously be studied, especially for folks who have big dreams of elevating from where they are to where they want to go!
Wisdom Kaye
Wisdom Kaye’s grip on fashion is so high-end, so creative, and so different from other fashion content creators out there. He’s a natural fit for this list!
iShowSpeed
Whether he’s traveling the world, streaming live or pulling off over-the-top stunts, iShowSpeed has built a fanbase on his unpredictable, high-energy personality. Love him or hate him, there’s no denying he’s become one of the internet’s biggest entertainers!
Quenlin Blackwell
Quenlin Blackwell has turned her hilarious, unfiltered personality into one of the internet’s most entertaining brands. From beauty and high fashion to her chaotic day-in-the-life videos, fans love that she’s unapologetically herself at all times!
Olandria Carthen
After winning over viewers on “Love Island USA,” Olandria Carthen has quickly become one of social media’s favorite new influencers. Her modelesque looks, relatable charm, killer sense of style, and down-to-earth personality keep followers invested and chomping at the bit to see what she’ll do and where she’ll go next!
Serena Page
After winning “Love Island USA” in 2024, Serena Page has seamlessly transitioned from reality TV to a standout lifestyle creator with a devoted audience that continues to grow. Fans keep coming back for her authenticity, fashion sense, and refreshingly genuine approach to sharing her life and relationship with Kordell Beckham.
Jackie Aina
Jackie Aina helped change the beauty industry by demanding better representation for Black women long before brands caught on. Now, followers still flock to her page for luxury beauty, lifestyle content, and her signature (and sometimes controversial) honest takes.
Kinigra Deon
@kinigradeon Heavy on The Mini me!!!
#kinigradeon
Kinigra Deon has built an entertainment empire by creating funny, family-friendly skits with hilarious recurring characters that fans have grown to love. Her creative storytelling keeps viewers coming back for every new episode!
Fanum
HORSEPOWER 
Fanum’s larger-than-life personality has made him one of streaming’s biggest stars! Whether he’s gaming or joking around with friends, folks online tune in for his infectious energy and truly random moments.
Speedy Morman
Speedy Morman may have made a name for himself through his iconic and genuine interviews at Complex, but he also mastered the art of online connection through his humor, curiosity, and quick wit. This, in turn, made every interaction primed for virality and entertainment.
Bomanizer
Boman Martinez-Reid, a.k.a. “Bomanizer,” has carved out a loyal following with comedy videos and skits that hilariously satirize everyday life, popular TV shows and characters, including “Keeping Up With the Kardashians.” His fun quips (“I need to go, I have a thing”) and outrageously funny (and oft-nonsensical) storylines will make even the staunchest of people laugh!
Demarcus Shawn
Demarcus Shawn’s ability to take simple interactions or culturally specific nostalgic memories from everyday life and reflect them to us makes him a staple figure in social media and a much-needed comedic reprieve!
Juju Green
Juju Green, a.k.a. StrawHatGoofy, does a good job of producing content that explores popular movies and TV shows and their impact on culture and creativity. He’s also super informative and well-versed in the world of cinema, so if that kind of content is your speed—make sure you tap in!
Terrell Grice
Terrell Grice has become one of the internet’s favorite interviewers thanks to his famous blue wall and hit music, variety series, “The TERRELL Show.” Featuring unforgettable celebrity sing-alongs with some of the hottest names in the business, Grice’s warmth and genuine love for music make every conversation feel like a party we’re glad we got an invite to!
Mark Phillips
@rdcworld1 This was an epidemic a few months ago but still these clippers just be saying anything on captions
#RDCWorld #comedy #streamers
As one of the creative forces behind RDCWorld, Mark Phillips has undoubtedly redefined comedy on YouTube. Between his crazy sketches inspired by sports, anime, and Black culture and his uncanny resemblance to a young Bernie Mac, it’s easy to see why his followers flock to his content!
PlaqueboyMax
PlaqueboyMax has become one of streaming’s fastest-rising personalities thanks to his music tastes, gaming, and viral live streams. His laid-back humor and random pop-ups keep fans coming back.
Blair Imani
If you’re looking for someone to help you get smarter in seconds, look no further than historian and author Blair Imani, who makes learning about history, culture and social issues both accessible and engaging. Her bite-sized educational content strikes a good balance of keeping her followers informed without feeling overwhelmed.
Micky Gordon
Micky Gordon has built a community around random (albeit relatable) conversations about beauty, pop culture, travel, and slightly unhinged days in her life. But no matter how hilariously all over the place she may be, it’s not enough to deter her true fans from keeping up with her content!
Deestroying
@deestroying I may need to get back in that lab y’all boys
who should I run against next??
Former college football player Deestroying has slowly but surely become one of sports content’s biggest creators through his sometimes jaw-dropping athletic challenges and BTS football content. Who wouldn’t tap in to see that!
De’Arra Taylor
@dearra Can’t be everywhere at once, but @YouTube understood the assignment
. Catch every moment of Coachella livestream with ya girl streaming on YouTube
#sponsored
De’Arra Taylor has successfully evolved from a couples content maker into a luxurious lifestyle creator whose content spans beauty, fashion, and travel. Fans have quite literally grown up with her on the internet and continue to support her next chapter! (And her new boo!)
Rapping Chef
Rapping Chef has found the perfect recipe by blending cooking tutorials with clever rap lyrics. His unique approach makes learning new recipes just as entertaining as it is delicious!
Kahlana Barfield Brown
Former beauty and fashion editor Kahlana Barfield Brown gives followers an inside look at luxury style, celebrity fashion, and the business behind the industry through her online presence. Her expertise, impeccable taste, and impressive brand deals have made her a trusted fashion authority and someone who feels like our chic friend next door!
Terry and Kaniyia
@terryandkaniyia @BILLIE EILISH is one of those artist that sounds EXACTLY the same live, as she does in the studio version..
This is rare, not everyone can do that
she is is literally an alien.
almost sent us to another dimension when @FINNEAS stop playing the guitar • • • #billieeilish #billie #finneas #wildflower hitmehardandsoft #live #reaction #background #backgroundvocals #demure #singer #sing #grammy #album #pop
Terry and Kaniyia have built a devoted audience by sharing their hilarious reactions to good “sangers” (yes, we spelled that right) and breaking down the beauty behind the melodies. They say and emote exactly what we’re all thinking when we hear a good voice, and we love them for it!
Taryn Delanie Smith
Taryn Delanie Smith makes people laugh, and men cringe, which is a lane not many online creators occupy. But we’re always here for her vids, so keep up the good work, girl!
Yaya Onalaja-Aliu
Yaya Onalaja-Aliu’s travel content is the stuff of world-lovers’ dreams! We wish we could live inside that camera all day, every day!
Judith Joseph
Psychiatrist Dr. Judith Joseph uses her platform to make conversations around mental health more approachable and accessible, and given everything going on in the world right now, that’s something we all need more than ever.
Deidre Kelly
You’re never too old to keep your math skills sharp, and we’re so glad we have Mrs. Deidre Kelly to help us do just that!
Leah Thomas
Environmental activist Leah Thomas has become one of the leading voices connecting climate justice with racial equity. Her content encourages folks to think about how their habits impact the world around them.
