Andi Marie Tillman

About

Multi hyphenate performer, comedian, and self-proclaimed "Hillbilly Pygmalion" famous for having created a cast of original characters inspired by her childhood in rural Tennessee. Her performances as these characters, highlighting the humor of Appalachian culture, have helped her earn a digital audience of over 490,000 followers on her andimariere TikTok account, and features by news outlets like YNST Magazine and The Daily Yonder.

Before Fame

She began performing at the age of 8, when she and her family traveled around the country, singing at churches throughout the Southeast. She gained inspiration for her original characters from her grandparents and other relatives, as well as various figures from her youth. Prior to making a name for herself on social media, she had begun her performing career by appearing in short films, commercials, and music videos.

Trivia

In the year 2016, she appeared in the short comedy film Destroy the Flowers. Her EP titled "Cherub on Brimstone" dropped in 2023. In her interview with YNST Magazine, she stated that she was working on both a feature film and a one-woman variety show. 

Family Life

Her grandfather inspired her original character, "Papaw." She has featured videos on her social media accounts in which she has told humorous stories or acted out comedic scenes inspired by her mother, her aunts and other members of her family.

Associated With

She has showcased her impressions of celebrities including Audrey Hepburn, Kate Bush, and Tori Amos on her social media accounts.