Shane Dawson
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About
YouTube star who has gained over 18 million subscribers to his channel by posting a range of videos including conspiracy theories, reaction videos and collaborations with other web stars, most notably Jeffree Star.
Before Fame
Born Shane Lee Yaw, he began posting clips on YouTube in 2007 after turning in videos instead of homework assignments in high school.
Trivia
He was named the Choice Web Star at the 2010 Teen Choice Awards. He released his first book, I Hate Myselfie, in 2015 and followed it up with a second book, It Gets Worse, the next year. Both books became New York Times best-sellers.
Family Life
His mother's name is Teresa Yaw. He was previously in a relationship with Lisa Schwartz. He began dating Ryland Adams in 2016 and the two got engaged in 2019. He and Ryland announced their marriage in January of 2023. They welcomed twins named Jet Parker and Max Chandler by surrogate in December 2023.
Associated With
He lost the 2011 Choice Web Star Teen Choice Award to singer Rebecca Black.
