Bella Poarch

Bella Poarch, a model, and actress, was born on February 9, 1997. She is a Filipino-American model, singer, and social media star who rose to fame as a TikTok sensation. She is known for her TikTok account, where she frequently produced funny lip-sync videos. Poarch is one of the most popular TikTokers and is among the highest-paid on the platform. Additionally, she has over 14 million Instagram followers. She went viral on TikTok on August 17, 2020, for a post lip-syncing to Millie B’s ‘Soph Aspin Send.’ Her single was released in May 2021.

Fast Facts

Full Name:

Bella Poarch

Nickname:

Angel, Bella

Birth date:

February 9, 1997

Age:

27

Zodiac Sign:

Aquarius

Height:

5' 2"

Relationship Status:

Single

Net Worth:

$2 million

Bella's Social Media:

Background

Bella Poarch was born in the Philippines on February 9, 1997 to her biological Filipino parents. Her grandmother lived in the slums until she was three years old when she was adopted. Her adoptive father is a white American with military experience, while her adoptive mother is Filipino. She claims that she and her adopted brother were abused from when she was a child until she enlisted. Her family traveled to San Francisco for a few months to live with her aunt before moving to Texas when she was 13, owing to her father’s need for bypass surgery. She claims that the physical assault subsided, but she still dealt with her father’s psychological abuse at home. She enlisted in the United States Navy when she turned 18.

Poarch started her TikTok account in April 2020 and swiftly rose to stardom, amassing more than 40 million fans in less than eight months. She uploaded various videos, but her biggest hit was a video for Millie B’s viral song ‘Soph Aspin Send.’

The zoomed-in video of her rhythmically jumping and lip-syncing to the melody went viral, and it became one of TikTok’s most popular videos of all time. In the months after joining TikTok, she started a YouTube and Twitter account to capitalize on her fame. Poarch’s burgeoning fame peaked in December 2020. She reportedly piqued the interest of two major professional Esports teams. 100 Thieves and FaZe Clan expressed interest in hiring her as a content creator under their respective brands.

Poarch was chastised for wearing a tattoo resembling the Rising Sun Flag in her videos. She apologized in September 2020 and said she would take care of it immediately. In 2020, she released RIPNDIP x Paca Collaboration, a limited-edition clothing line.

Because of the rise in hate crimes against Asian-Americans, Poarch has publicly declared her support for the battle against anti-Asian racism. She spoke about the matter and conveyed the message in a video she posted on TikTok on March 19, 2021. She also talked to “Vogue” about her experiences as an Asian kid in the United States. After migrating to the United States from the Philippines, she was “treated differently” and “randomly attacked and assaulted.”

Poarch secured a record deal with Warner Records in May 2021, and released her first song. “Billboard” described the accompanying music video as, “an audacious, darkly comic slice of new-school pop.” It was created in collaboration with Daniel Virgil Maisonneuve, a producer-songwriter known as Sub Urban.

Other notable internet personalities featured in the video include Valkyrie, Mia Khalifa, Bretman Rock, and ZHC. In an episode of the “100 Thieves” podcast, Poarch noted that the song is inspired by her childhood experiences of being bullied. On the show, she also stated that she always wanted to be a singer.

Career timeline

2015
Her U.S. Navy Career

She was stationed in Japan and Hawaii during her four-year service.

2020
Her Most-Liked TikTok Video

She lip-syncs to British rapper Millie B’s song ‘Soph Aspin Send.’

2020
An Esport Brand Ambassador

She becomes a content creator for 100 Thieves and FaZe Clan.

2021
Her First Single

Poarch acquires a record deal with Warner Records in May.

2022
‘Best Music Video’ nomination

In the iHeartRadio Music Awards, she is nominated for Best Music Video.

Why We Love Bella Poarch

  1. She’s talented

    Poarch is a fantastic singer who also plays the ukulele. Singing has always helped her cope with anxiety, despair, and post-traumatic stress disorder.

  2. She raises awareness about mental health

    She’s open about her mental health. She sees a therapist regularly and strongly advises everyone to protect their mental health.

  3. She’s on the ‘Forbes 30 under 30’ list

    She was added to the ‘Forbes 30 Under 30’ list on social media. This achievement was for her spectacular rise in digital prominence over the past year.

5 Surprising Facts

  1. Poarch has P.T.S.D.

    In 2017, she was diagnosed with depression and post-traumatic stress disorder.

  2. She’s a proud U.S. Navy veteran

    According to the “Manila Bulletin,” she served for four years.

  3. She’s adopted

    She was adopted at three and previously lived with her grandmother.

  4. She’s now a singer

    Her debut was with on May 14, 2021.

  5. She's a cousin of Bretman Rock

    The big reveal was on a YouTube video creating tie-dye clothing.

Bella Poarch FAQs

Where does Bella Poarch live?

Poarch is currently based in Los Angeles, California. She was born in the Philippines and raised in Texas and Hawaii.

Are Bella Poarch and Sub Urban dating?

They are not dating, as far as we know. Her new song ‘Inferno,’ which she collaborated on with Sub Urban, sparked the rumors.

How many years did Poarch serve in the U.S. Navy?

Poarch served in the U.S. Navy as an enlisted member for four years before her contract expired in 2019.

Bella Poarch’s birthday dates

YearDateDay
2025February 9Sunday
2026February 9Monday
2027February 9Tuesday
2028February 9Wednesday
2029February 9Friday

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