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The last half a year has been a whirlwind ride for Lil Nas X that could otherwise only be scripted for a movie. He went from making songs in his bedroom with just over 5 dollars in his bank account working minimum wage jobs to having the number one song in the world and performing in front of hundreds of thousands of people of all ages screaming every word to his song. Makes sense now knowing that he used to sit and study how to go viral and how to use the internet as a marketing tool. Most recently, Lil Nas came out as gay on the last day of pride month, and I have a feeling the brave move will inspire so many kids out there who are feeling a similar way. And before we get into the video we just want to say how happy we are for him at this channel that he’s living his truth and we’re so proud of all of his incredible success. He's also breaking down barriers and getting a lot more love than was previously expected from the world of Country and Hip Hop.

Standing at 5 feet tall life has been tough for Chris, he actually 4 foot 11. I decided to look up celebrities who are currently under 5 foot tall and the only male result that popped up was Danny Devito who is 4'10. The rest were women including Snooki who is 4 foot 8. People have been picking on him for years but now he plans on using his new found fame as a platform to combat bullying. He's said he's a modern day prophet, the new Martin Luther King standing up for the little guys and standing up to bullies. Currently Chris has fallen on some hard times and is living in his van. We actually called Chris, I found his number online

It wasn't long ago that Tekashi 6ix9ine was the most talked-about artist coming up off of the internet. His interviews clocked in millions of views. His songs continued to chart billboards and he began collaborating with the biggest acts of years prior. His social media traction was unmatched and all those who doubted him were starting to wonder if this kid was gonna actually pull it off. He literally trolled his way to the top of hip hop.

Before Paul George would be shipped to the LA Clippers, teaming up with recently acquired free agent Kawhi Leonard. Before Paul George would become the highest NBA draft pick in Fresno State History. Before Paul George would be on the cover of NBA 2K17.

Bianca Kmiec showed up at a modeling agency when she was 13 years old and she got signed that day but the traditional avenues to fame and fortune have been shifting and everyone has the ability to garner an audience, build up their clout and make a name for themselves without relying on the gatekeepers of the past. Lucky for Bianca - she started to earn a living off of social media by the time she was 17 or 18. Growing up her life was taking her in a different direction – the chick was an equestrian but much like fellow model Kate Upton, Bianca traded in her horse in pursuit of the arts. Inspired by Kim Kardashian and Victoria Secret Models and to be a boss lady like Nicki Minaj to get the bag Bianca set out to pave a path for herself.

Before Skip Bayless would change his name from John to Skip. Before Skip Bayless would move from ESPN, hosting with Stephen A Smith, to Fox Sports, where he now hosts with Shannon Sharpe.
Before Skip Bayless would use his rough upbringing as motivation to be the hardest worker in the room. Before Skip Bayless would say things like this.

Ben Simmons might've sat on the bench during his first season with the 76'ers but that doesn't mean he didn't get paid. Now with him signing his second contract for five years with a maximum extension to a sum of $170 Million Dollars well the kid is sitting pretty. It's the most lucrative sporting deal offered to an Australian-born athlete and this he ain't just pulling in M's off his time on the court there are also his endorsement deals.

Before rumors would swirl that Dwayne Johnson would run for president in 2020. Before Dwayne Johnson would be Hollywood's top film grossing actor in 2013 and be named the highest-paid actor in history from 2017 to 2018, earning himself a whopping 124 million bucks. Before The Rock would take over the WWF and WWE, becoming one of the greatest wrestlers of all time. Before Dwayne Johnson would have over 100 IMDB Film and TV Credits

Before A Boogie With Da Hoodie would have himself a number 1 album on the Billboard 200 charts. Before A Boogie was named a 2017 XXL Freshman. Before he would collab with everyone from Chris Brown, 21 Savage, Kodak Black, Tory Lanez, NBA Youngboy, Juice Wrld, PNB Rock, 69, and many more