Lee Brophy

Fringe: The viral comedy stars leaping from TikTok to the stage

A number of new comedians amassed huge followings on TikTok during the pandemic. Now some are trying to convert viral fame into on-stage success by performing live at the Edinburgh Fringe.

Ian Youngs, BBC, 20th August 2022

Meet the TikTok comedians taking over this year's Edinburgh Fringe

A new wave of comedy stars has built big followings on TikTok - and now they're heading to Edinburgh. Isobel Lewis meets the acts making the leap from the For You page to the Fringe.

Isobel Lewis, The Independent, 1st August 2022

Ten Edinburgh Fringe acts who are big online

Can social media success translate into success in the real world? Coming out of lockdown more viral creators than ever are heading to the Edinburgh Fringe to try to prove their mettle.

Chortle, 23rd July 2022