Are you looking for the best and brightest Black voices on YouTube? The following Black YouTube influencers include some of the most creative stars on the platform. From down-to-earth personalities to inspiring content, these creators have it all.
Top Black YouTube influencers to watch
Marques Brownlee
Known for his tech reviews, Marques is among the most famous YouTubers worldwide, with 19.3 million subscribers. He reviews tech releases, including a “Dope Tech” segment rounding up cool new products. His recent content includes the Google Pixel Pro and commentary on AI-generated videos. He can also add ultimate Frisbee player and podcast host to his resume.
Patricia Bright
Patricia, owner of one of YouTube’s most popular and successful channels, is a beauty influencer. Since 2009, she’s shared her love for beauty and hair with tutorials to help her viewers feel beautiful. With more than 2.76 million subscribers, Patricia often posts videos offering encouraging words and advice.
Alonzo Lerone
Alonzo is one of the most famous YouTubers on the platform with more than 3.86 million subscribers. Alonzo shares some of the most creative and entertaining content. He has you covered whether you’re looking for a laugh or simple entertainment. His channel is full of videos showcasing some of the internet’s most epic fails, his personal life experiences, and his love for food.
Bri Hall
Bri joins our list of the top Black YouTubers as a girl of many talents. She is a makeup guru, musician, and artist. With more than 773K subscribers, Bri uploads many different types of videos, from makeup tutorials and product reviews to music videos and motivational videos.
Chris Smoove
Chris is the best YouTuber to check out if you love video games and the NBA. For more than 5.08 million subscribers, Chris shares his experiences in the video game Madden 25 and many other sports games. Chris also shares videos on the real-life NBA seasons and other online games.
Matt Smith — DangMattSmith
Matt is one of YouTube’s most popular and hilarious Black male influencers. His channel is full of content, including comedy, scary videos, conspiracy, skits, and gameplay. With more than 14.7 million subscribers, Matt never fails to entertain.
Stephan Speaks
Stephan is a popular YouTuber who speaks about relationships. With a following of more than 1.53 million subscribers, Stephan acts as a guide and enlightens his viewers on all aspects of relationships. He makes videos full of advice for both men and women, tips on attracting a spouse, and getting over a breakup.
Jasmine Brown
Jasmine is a popular beauty, fashion and lifestyle YouTuber with more than 2.29 million subscribers. Her channel features videos of her favorite trendy looks, advice on styling Black hair, and some insight into her daily life. She advocates for all things trendy and beautiful and always uploads fresh content.
Shalom Blac
As a popular beauty guru with abundant lifestyle vlogs and advice, Shalom rose to the top as one of YouTube’s most exciting Black creators. Her page features her love for vlogging and her beauty routines for her 1.57 million subscribers.
Nyma Tang
Nyma is among the top beauty gurus on YouTube. She is passionate about sharing her experiences with 1.33 million subscribers. Her interests in popular fashion and beauty products keep her audience engaged.
Austin Dunham
Austin is a Black YouTuber dedicated to improving the lives of his 1.16 million subscribers through fitness routines and athletic advice. His channel shows off his knowledge of working out and inspires his viewers to hit the gym.
Andre Meadows
Andre, known on YouTube as “Black Nerd Comedy,” uses his playful spirit to connect with 815K subscribers. He talks about his favorite superheroes, classic cartoons, popular movies and shows, and more.
Raye — ItsMyRayeRaye
Raye catches the attention of 1.89 million subscribers, sharing her life through exciting vlogs and her love for beauty routines and products. Make sure to check out her recent vlog sharing how she met Beyonce.
Tabitha Brown
Tabitha is satisfying the hunger of millions with her modern approach to vegan recipes and her wholesome personality. Her genuine spirit shines through her channel for 1.08 million subscribers as she touches on food, family, friends, and more.
Deji Olatunji
Deji serves all the digital excitement for his 12.2 million subscribers on YouTube as he shares his takes on gaming content, pranks and challenges, and boxing content. His feed is never boring as he is constantly trying something new.
Kennedy — Cozy K
Kennedy makes her 223K subscribers’ days a little brighter as she dives into cozy cleaning and organizing routines. Her channel is all about promoting productivity and even highlights her positive routines through her vlogs.
JJ Olatunji
Joining his brother as one of the top Black YouTubers, JJ uses his channel to reach 16.3 million subscribers through gaming content. JJ engages his viewers with his hilarious personality through gaming commentary or his thoughts on popular social media trends and posts.
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