Wisdom Kaye: The TikTok Star Who Went Viral at the Met Gala

Originally from Nigeria, Kaye moved to Houston, Texas, at the tender age of four. His journey from there has been nothing short of remarkable.

Wisdom Kaye, the fashion influencer everyone had been eagerly waiting for, finally graced the Met Gala this year. His bold red trench coat with burnt accents, designed by Robert Wun, turned heads and made a lasting impression.

Originally from Nigeria, Kaye moved to Houston, Texas, at the tender age of four. His journey from there has been nothing short of remarkable.

IMG Models discovered him through their social media team, and he made his runway debut at Balmain during their S/S 2022 fashion show. Since then, he has collaborated with prestigious brands like Dior, Fendi, Ralph Lauren, Coach New York, and Revlon.

Kaye burst onto the TikTok scene in January 2020, quickly going viral with his unique take on the "Vogue Challenge." By July of the same year, he had amassed an impressive 2 million followers. But that was just the beginning. His creativity extended beyond challenges, as he crafted high-fashion outfits inspired by Marvel Cinematic Universe characters.

In 2021, Teen Vogue featured Kaye on their 21 Under 21 list, recognizing his impact on the fashion world. Two years later, Forbes named him one of their 30 Under 30. As of 2024, he boasts an impressive 3.6 million followers on Instagram and a staggering 10.6 million followers on TikTok.

Wisdom Kaye

When asked about TikTokers challenging the fashion industry, Kaye responded, "It's not out of the norm. Social media is now an integral part of everyone's life. It's like saying, 'Hey, there you are.' The next big thing."

Kaye stands out among the select group of social media influencers invited to this year's Met Gala. This invitation comes in the wake of criticism directed at the event's host, Anna Wintour, in 2021 and 2022 for what some perceived as an excessive inclusion of influencers.

His TikTok videos, such as "Outfits Based on the Past, Present, and Future" or "Looks Inspired by Marvel Heroes," showcase the fashion influencer's incredible range and versatility.

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