TOP 8: Creators on YouTube Shorts

This guide is about the:

• Top / Best / Most popular
• YouTube Shorts content creators

Join me, and let’s see why these guys are in the top 1%.

Disambiguation: This post is about content creators. We’ve got a separate guide on the best YouTube Shorts Creators, and that is about software making videos for you.

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8 Biggest YouTube Shorts Creators

Currently, they are top the 5 YouTube Shorts creators: MrBeast, Zach King, Khaby Lame, Bella Poarch, and Tiko.

Let’s explore each.

1. MrBeast

MrBeast is a YouTube sensation known for his extravagant challenges and philanthropy. His Shorts capture the essence of his larger-than-life content in bite-sized clips.

• Subscriber count: 317M
• Genre: Entertainment/Challenges
• Why follow: Engaging content that blends humor with impressive stunts and charitable acts.

Related guide: How to create Shorts like MrBeast.

2. Zach King

Zach King is famous for his magical editing skills, creating visually captivating illusions. His Shorts showcase quick, mind-bending tricks that leave viewers amazed.

• Subscriber count: 39.1M
• Genre: Magic/Editing
• Why follow: Unique creativity that inspires and entertains through innovative storytelling.

3. Khaby Lame

Khaby Lame gained fame for his humorous, no-nonsense reactions to overly complicated life hacks. His Shorts highlight the simplicity of everyday solutions, making them universally relatable.

• Subscriber count: 11.2M
• Genre: Comedy/Reaction
• Why follow: Laugh-out-loud humor that simplifies life in a clever way.

4. Bella Poarch

Bella Poarch is known for her lip-sync videos and engaging personality. Her Shorts often feature catchy music and playful expressions that resonate with a younger audience.

• Subscriber count: 7.04M
• Genre: Music/Lifestyle
• Why follow: Catchy, relatable content with a fun twist.

5. Tiko

Tiko is a gaming creator known for his entertaining Fortnite content, often featuring a fish character. His Shorts combine gameplay highlights with humor, appealing to gamers of all ages.

• Subscriber count: 7M
• Genre: Gaming/Comedy
• Why follow: Engaging gameplay mixed with lighthearted comedy.

6. Charli D’Amelio

Charli D’Amelio rose to fame through her dance videos and relatable content. Her Shorts showcase her dance skills and personality, keeping fans entertained.

• Subscriber count: 9.15M
• Genre: Dance/Lifestyle
• Why follow: Trendy dances and authentic engagement with fans.

7. Dwayne Johnson (The Rock)

Dwayne Johnson shares motivational content and fitness tips through his Shorts. His charisma and positivity inspire millions to lead healthier lifestyles.

• Subscriber count: 6.71M
• Genre: Fitness/Motivation
• Why follow: Uplifting messages combined with impressive fitness insights.

8. Mark Rober

Mark Rober is a former NASA engineer and popular science communicator known for his creative engineering projects. His Shorts feature fun experiments and educational content that inspire curiosity.

• Subscriber count: 57.1M
• Genre: Science/Engineering
• Why follow: Engaging and educational content that makes learning fun and accessible.

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FAQ: Shorts Creators

1. Who is the biggest creator of YouTube Shorts?

Answer: Overall, the biggest creator of YouTube Shorts is currently MrBeast. Alternatively, Alan Chikin Chow is the biggest creator only for Shorts.

2. Who is the head of YouTube Shorts?

Answer: The head of YouTube Shorts is Todd Sherman, having the “Product Leader” position as per his LinkedIn profile.

He oversees the development and strategy of Shorts, focusing on enhancing user engagement and growth for the platform.

3. Who created YouTube Shorts?

Answer: YouTube Shorts was created by the YouTube team as a response to the growing popularity of short-form video content, particularly from platforms like TikTok.

It was officially launched in September 2020, aiming to provide creators with tools to make engaging, short videos directly within the YouTube app.

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Thanks a lot for reading this,
David Ch
Head of the Editing Team at SendShort