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Cardi B, Anitta, Charlie Puth to Headline TikTok’s First Live Event

Author Laila Abuelhawa
Cardi B attends the 2023 MTV Video Music Awards at the Prudential Center on September 12, 2023 in Newark, New Jersey. Anitta attends the 2023 Video Music Awards at Prudential Center on September 12, 2023 in Newark, New Jersey. Charlie Puth attends the Pre-GRAMMY Gala & GRAMMY Salute To Industry Icons Honoring Julie Greenwald & Craig Kallman at The Beverly Hilton on February 04, 2023 in Beverly Hills, California.

TikTok is extending its reach with its first-ever live global music event for fans. The popular social media app has announced a lineup that includes a little something for everyone: Cardi B, Niall Horan, Anitta, and Charlie Puth. The event, titled “In the Mix,” will be hosted at Sloan Park in Mesa, Arizona, on December 10. In addition to the headliners, TikTok is planning to highlight musicians from its emerging artist program Elevate, with performances from Kaliii, Isabel LaRosa, Sam Barber, and Lu Kala. The program was launched in July, supporting rising talent to help them reach their dreams.

While at the first-of-its-kind live global music event, attendees can also experience TikTok’s For You feed in person, with activities inspired by what trends you see as you scroll on the app. For those unable to make the event in person, TikTok will broadcast the event via TikTok LIVE with appearances from creators and featuring highlights that look back on trends throughout the year. The LIVE video and event production are designed specifically for TikTok’s unique vertical format by award-winning director Hamish Hamilton and Done+Dusted.

TikTok and Music

“No other platform mixes music, creativity, and community like TikTok. With ‘In The Mix,’ our goal is to bring the For You feed to life for fans at the venue and on TikTok,” said Paul Hourican, TikTok’s Global Head of Music Partnerships and Programming. “Our vision is to create a show that is reimagined for the TikTok era and our music-loving global community.” With its first foray into the live concert space, TikTok has continued to expand into areas beyond the app. Last week, TikTok’s parent company, Bytedance, launched TikTok Music in Australia, Mexico, and Singapore following a beta rollout in July. Last month, TikTok partnered with Billboard for its inaugural TikTok Billboard Top 50 chart.

As we’ve seen with trending videos, the music featured on them makes the song’s popularity rise. For example, global powerhouse Cardi B (@iamcardib) has spurred infinite inspiration for trends on TikTok, with over 23.7 million followers and 29.6 billion #cardib views on the platform. In 2021, her smash hit “Up” was the center of a viral trend that first took TikTok by storm as fans showcased their creativity and dance skills by choreographing routines with over 1.3 million videos. The Cardi B effect is in full motion on the app for her new collaborative dembow hit “BONGOS,” with her challenging fans to hit the dance themselves, earning 107,000 creator videos and growing.

@iamcardib

Dance my head OFF! Bong !

♬ Bongos (feat. Megan Thee Stallion) - Cardi B

The 10 Most Entertaining Celebrities To Follow On TikTok

June 30 is Social Media Day. The internet is filled with tons of content that you can tailor to your interests. When it comes to celebrities, so many stars have multiple social media accounts across Twitter, TikTok, and Instagram. How can you possibly keep track of who’s active and actually engaging?

Well, look no further, as we have compiled a list of 10 celebrities who you absolutely need to follow. We have taken into account the number of followers, likes, and of course — the entertainment factor. After all, if you’re going to be spending any time on your phone, why not make your leisurely time one that is fun?

What Is Social Media Day?

Social Media Day has been taking place since 2010. It was created by Mashable as a way of recognizing the digital revolution that social media has had on communications around the world. Most people use social media on a daily basis, spending hours and hours on their phones, computers, and tablets. It is how we stay connected with friends and family far and wide.

We are able to make new connections that we weren’t able to before. We even get breaking news via social media now — even when it comes to tabloids that we would rather not even care to know about. There are a lot of people who also use social media as a business, with folks being paid for being social media influencers. They make money by sharing content or sponsored brands with their followers. Social media is what drives the world.

Take a look below at the 10 most entertaining celebrities you need to hit “follow” on the most popular social media platform, TikTok, right now.

The 10 Most Entertaining Celebrities To Follow On TikTok:

  • Selena Gomez

    @selenagomez

    Yup, sounds right

    ♬ original sound - Xenia Tchoumi

    Besides doing Rare Beauty tutorials, Selena’s TikTok is filled with hilarious self-deprecating jokes. The Only Murders In The Building star has 58.7 million followers! Follow her if you want to add more laughter into your life, like when she had her co-star Steve Martin behind her as she lip syncs to audio: “If you have a crush on a guy, don’t worry. Just get to know him, and it’ll go away.”

  • Penn Badgley

    @iampennbadgley

    Prob a deepfake. Julia Louis-Dreyfus is on @Podcrushed out now #julialouisdreyfus #elainedance #seinfeld #veep

    ♬ The Little Kicks. Get the Complete Series Now - Seinfeld

    The You actor has the best way of promoting his guests on his Podcrushed podcast. He is so funny and isn’t afraid to make fun of himself and for that, we’ve got to give him a follow. Penn has 3.7 million followers on TikTok. He hasn’t been active on his personal TikTok since October, but he remains active on his podcast TikTok page.

  • The Rock

    @therock

    Daddy the patient: “Doc, is that the rectal thermometer?” Doctor Tia: “hmmmmm” I know one day years from now, play dates with Daddy wont be cool anymore so ill take every minute I can… rectal thermometers and more 😂 Every man wants a son, but every man needs a daughter. #FathersDay

    ♬ original sound - The Rock

    Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson isn’t just one of the highest-paid actors of all time. On TikTok, he posts hilarious videos like these that bring a smile to our faces. Just last Christmas, he brought back “’90s Rock,” wearing his signature black turtleneck and gold chain. To the tune of “The Christmas Song,” Johnson sings an NSFW version, complete with plenty of eyebrow raises. The “CEO of #RockTok” has 74.4 million followers on the platform.

  • Madonna

    @madonna

    ♬ original sound - Public Domain

    We have to admit, Madonna does post some bizarre TikToks. There are some hilarious gems like this one, but regardless, you are sure to be entertained when she drops a new video. The “Queen of Pop” has 4 million followers. Madge often shows off her wild yet enviable outfits, talks trash to the haters, and dances to her music — old and new.

  • Taylor Swift

    @taylorswift

    We’re the problem #swifttok #tsmidnights

    ♬ Bejeweled - Taylor Swift

    There are a few good reasons for following Taylor on TikTok: she announces new music and gives insight into her songs. And she also knows how to have a good time! The “Anti-Hero” singer has 25.3 million followers on TikTok. She states in her bio that “this is pretty much just a cat account,” but her feline friends haven’t made any recent appearances.

  • Bella Poarch

    @bellapoarch

    🤠🤪🏃🏻‍♀️

    ♬ Dolls - Bella Poarch

    The social media personality-turned singer created the most liked video on TikTok, where she lip syncs to the song “M to the B” by British rapper Millie B. Since then, the “Build a Bitch” singer gained 94 million followers! She posts adorable dance videos and funny little clips like these all the time.

  • Lizzo

    @lizzo

    GO DO YOUR NIGHT ROUTINE #getunreadywithme

    ♬ original sound - lizzo

    Lizzo is probably the most free on TikTok. She will post videos like her nighttime routine, she will call out the haters, learn how to play a new instrument, and she’s got the best dance moves. For a good time on social media, Lizzo is the one you’ve got to follow. The “About Damn Time” singer has 26.1 million followers.

  • Britney Spears

    @britneyspears

    Barbie would say “horrific” to no shoes 👠 but I’m not Barbie … I’m Maria River Red 🙊☝🏻😜 !!!!

    ♬ Blue Spanish Sky - Chris Isaak

    Britney Spears posts and deletes a lot of her content off Instagram, but her posts seem they have a longer lifespan on TikTok. She usually wears bikinis or dresses in her dance video compilations that are sure to leave an impression on you. The “Toxic” singer also regularly features clips from her island getaways. Spears has 8.1 million followers on the app.

  • Meghan Trainor

    @meghantrainor

    I KNOW I’m the favorite daughter @Kris @Chris Olsen kardashians kuwtk ib: @Bomanizer

    ♬ original sound - Meghan Trainor

    Meghan gives her 18.4 million followers a variety of different types of content on TikTok. Whether it is comedic, a day in the life with her adorable family, or getting real about her insecurities, the “Made You Look” singer is quite the entertainer. She even collaborates with other TikTokers in dance challenges!

  • Kylie Jenner

    @kyliejenner

    when ur kid gets to that age and you no longer have any privacy 😅😅😅😅 #momlife

    ♬ original sound - HBO

    Of all the Kardashian-Jenner sisters, Kylie’s TikTok is the one to follow. Kim and North‘s videos are quite popular, but with 56.1 million followers, Kylie’s is even better. She posts the cutest videos featuring her daughter Stormi, does trending TikTok challenges, shows her skin and makeup routines, and shows off her fashionista side.

Laila Abuelhawa is the Top 40 and Hip-Hop pop culture writer for Beasley Media Group. Being with the company for over three years, Laila's fierce and fabulous red-carpet rankings have earned her a feature on 'The Late Show with Stephen Colbert!' Her favorite stories are those surrounding the latest in celebrity fashion, television and film rankings, and how the world reacts to major celebrity news. With a background in journalism, Laila's stories ensure accuracy and offer background information on stars that you wouldn't have otherwise known. She prides herself in covering stories that inform the public about what is currently happening and what is to come in the ever-changing, ever-evolving media landscape.

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