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Addison Rae

Addison Rae Easterling is an American singer, actress, dancer, and social media personality born in Lafayette, Louisiana, on October 6, 2000.

Updated September 11, 20261 min readCited sources

Addison Rae Easterling is an American singer, actress, dancer, and social media personality. She first gained wide attention on TikTok in 2019 and later expanded into pop music and film.

Early life and TikTok rise

Born in Lafayette, Louisiana, on October 6, 2000, Rae began posting dance and lip-sync videos on TikTok in 2019. Her account addisonre quickly amassed tens of millions of followers, making her one of the platform's most recognised creators.

Music and acting career

Rae moved into pop music with singles like Obsessed and Diet Pepsi, followed by an EP and her debut studio album Addison in 2025. She also took on acting roles, including the lead in the Netflix film He's All That and a part in the horror film Thanksgiving.

Public image and earnings

Forbes named Rae among the highest-earning social-media personalities in 2021. Her celebrity profile includes major commercial partnerships, and she has been a consistent subject of public interest through her career transitions.

In short

  • Rose to fame on TikTok in 2019 with dance and lip-sync videos.
  • Released debut album Addison in 2025.
  • Lead role in the He's All That remake.
  • Named among top social-media earners by Forbes in 2021.
Canadian angle

Addison Rae is relevant to Canadian readers as a globally followed social-media and pop-culture figure whose music, films, and online content circulate widely in Canada.

Quick questions

How old is Addison Rae?
Addison Rae was born on October 6, 2000, making her 25 years old.
What is Addison Rae's TikTok handle?
Her TikTok account is addisonre.
What movies has Addison Rae been in?
Her film credits include He's All That and Thanksgiving.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Addison_Rae
    Supports: Full name, birth date, nationality, and broad career overview.
  2. Famous Birthdays — https://www.famousbirthdays.com/people/addison-easterling.html
    Supports: Birth date, age, TikTok focus, and follower count.
  3. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm11290905/
    Supports: Acting credits and biographical details.
  4. USA Today — https://www.usatoday.com/story/entertainment/music/2026/01/27/addison-rae-profile-grammy-awards/88263971007/
    Supports: Recent music career context and album release coverage.
  5. Biography.com — https://www.biography.com/musicians/a64286852/addison-rae
    Supports: Music releases, acting roles, and career transition.
  6. National Today — https://nationaltoday.com/birthday/addison-rae/
    Supports: Birthday, age, TikTok growth, and reported net worth estimate.