Addison Rae Easterling is an American singer and actress. Rae rose to fame on TikTok in 2019 and amassed over 88 million followers, making her the fifth most-followed individual on the platform. She found success with her different ventures including music and acting. In 2021, Rae released her debut single, "Obsessed". In 2023, she released her debut EP, AR. In 2024, she signed with Columbia Records and collaborated with Charli xcx on a remix of "Von dutch". Later that year, her single "Diet Pepsi" became her first Billboard Hot 100 entry, peaking at No. 54. She followed up with "Aquamarine" and performed alongside Troye Sivan and Charli XCX at Madison Square Garden. In early 2025, Rae announced her debut album, which has been highly anticipated by critics. Beyond music and acting, Rae has partnered with major brands like Reebok, L'Oréal and American Eagle. In 2020, Forbes reported that she was the highest-earning TikTok star, making $5 million in a year through endorsements and merchandise. She has been credited with reviving the popularity of navel piercings in the 2020s and is recognized for her eclectic music taste, which includes artists ranging from Britney Spears and Madonna to FKA twigs and Arca. Rae's acting career continues to expand. Following her debut in the 2021 Netflix comedy film He's All That and the 2023 slasher film Thanksgiving, her next role will be in Animal Friends alongside Ryan Reynolds and Aubrey Plaza, set for release in October 2025. Known for her influence in pop culture, music and fashion, she remains a prominent figure in entertainment. "Addison", Rae's debut self-titled studio album was released on June 6th, 2025 through Columbia Records. The album was preceded by five singles: "Diet Pepsi", "Aquamarine", "High Fashion", "Headphones On" and "Fame is a Gun". This album features 12 tracks and was entirely written and produced by Addison, Luka Kloser, and Elvira Anderfjärd.
