Shane Dawson

Shane Dawson, born Shane Lee Yaw, is a prominent YouTube star who has garnered over 19 million subscribers on his channel through a diverse array of videos that include conspiracy theories, reaction clips, and collaborations with other web personalities, most notably Jeffree Star. He began his YouTube journey in 2007 after choosing to submit videos in place of traditional homework assignments during his high school years. His efforts were recognized in 2010 when he was named the Choice Web Star at the Teen Choice Awards. In addition to his success on YouTube, Shane ventured into writing and published his first book, "I Hate Myselfie," in 2015, followed by a second book, "It Gets Worse," in 2016, both of which became New York Times best-sellers.

Career & Family Life

Shane's personal life has also been a subject of public interest. His mother is Teresa Yaw, and he was previously in a relationship with Lisa Schwartz. In 2016, he began dating Ryland Adams, and the couple got engaged in 2019. They tied the knot in January 2023 and welcomed twins, Jet Parker and Max Chandler, born via surrogate in December 2023. Despite his many achievements, Shane experienced a setback in 2011 when he lost the Choice Web Star Teen Choice Award to singer Rebecca Black. Nonetheless, his influence and popularity continue to thrive in the digital world.