The Wengie YouTube Channel Hits #1 Most Subscribed Channel in Australia
LOS ANGELES, Jan. 16, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Wengie, the rising pop icon and international YouTube sensation, capped 2017 off with a bang by making YouTube history by having the #1 most subscribed channel in Australia, hitting 10 million subscribers before the end of the year. With over 700 million video views, Wengie's global fan base of 'Wengiecorns' continues its unprecedented growth in the new year as more subscribers than ever engage with and share her videos.
"I am thrilled to announce we reached 10 million subscribers!" exclaimed Wengie. "It is great that people are enjoying the channel and my videos. As long as my fans are happy and watching I'm going to keep going."
Wengie's global social media following is currently:
-- 10 million YouTube subscribers
-- 1 million Instagram followers
-- 251k Facebook likes
-- 169k followers on Twitter
Wengie gained a quick rise to fame through her delightful YouTube videos giving viewers helpful advice, DIY/life hacks, music, reactions and more. Her unique talent for delivering vibrant and authentic informative content engages social media users around the globe.
Wengie has leveraged her prominence on YouTube and other social media platforms to tackle new creative realms including television and music. Her blooming music and television career has already gained a substantial audience. Her growing celebrity status has allowed her to be an authoritative collaborator for both high-profile and emerging global brands.
"I feel so thankful for all of the support from my fans - or as they call themselves, 'Wengiecorns,'" Wengie said. "Their devotion has truly been an inspiration and has given me the courage to pursue my passion of entertaining people and inspiring them to to get out there and chase their dreams."
Wengie started her YouTube channel in 2010 with the purpose of going after her dreams- expressing her passion of fashion, dance and life through a creative outlet. The videos have become immensely popular around the world including Australia and the United States. Wengie, who grew up in Australia, has a solid following throughout the country and is looking to establish that same level of fame around the world.
About Wengie
Wengie is a breakout beauty and lifestyle star whose influence is growing at staggering pace. Her YouTube channel has seen unprecedented growth; rapidly gaining millions of subscribers over the past few years. Wengie's unique ability to deliver vibrant, informative, and highly relatable content to a global audience - with signature quirk and humor - keeps her zealous 'Wengiecorns' wanting more. This unparalleled closeness and trust with her fans has cemented Wengie's power as a leading content collaborator for both high-profile and emerging brands. In 2017, Wengie recorded her first music album in China launching her global music career. She is also currently involved in several on screen projects including being the voice of the highly anticipated 4th PowerPuff Girl (Bliss) on the Cartoon Network for Australia and New Zealand. Follow along with Wengie on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook and Twitter.
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