Alx James gained fame as a Vine video phenomenon, amassing over 8 million followers on his channel. Following the demise of Vine, he seamlessly transitioned to YouTube, where he has garnered more than 850,000 subscribers by posting vlogs, sketches, and other engaging content. His popularity extends to Instagram, where he also boasts over 850,000 followers. Before diving into the entertainment industry, Alx was an accomplished volleyball player. He played for the Junior Olympic Volleyball team and received a scholarship offer to play in college, which he declined to pursue his passion for entertainment. With encouragement from his friend Melody Willoughby, Alx initially explored Vine, leading to significant success. Despite making it to the Hollywood round of American Idol twice, health issues prevented him from continuing in the competition both times. His comedic talent earned him a finalist spot in the Vine Comedian category at the 2016 Shorty Awards. Additionally, Alx has launched merchandise through his Alx James Official Store.