From TikTok fame to global stages: The rapid ascent of Dixie D'Amelio
In short: Born in Stamford, Connecticut, Dixie D'Amelio transformed from a social media personality into a multifaceted entertainer. Her journey spans viral music releases, podcasting, and high-fashion campaigns. By leveraging her digital presence, she secured significant record deals and established herself as a notable figure in both the music and fashion industries.
Dixie Jane D'Amelio, born on August 12, 2001, rose to prominence alongside her sister, Charli D'Amelio, on the platform TikTok. Her career trajectory accelerated rapidly in 2020, marked by a signing with the United Talent Agency in January and the launch of the podcast 2 Chix with the Ramble Podcast Network in May. By August 2020, Forbes reported that she had earned $2.9 million over the previous year, ranking her as the third highest-earning TikTok star due to her extensive sponsorship and merchandise deals.
Her transition into music began in June 2020 with the release of her debut single, Be Happy, which garnered over 86 million streams on Spotify by August 28, 2021. Following a record deal with HitCo Entertainment in August 2020, she collaborated with artists such as Wiz Khalifa and Demi Lovato. Her debut album, A Letter to Me, arrived in June 2022, supported by her role as an opening act for Big Time Rush on the Forever Tour. Her single Psycho, featuring Rubi Rose, reached number 25 on the US pop charts in 2021.
Beyond music, D'Amelio has expanded her influence into acting and high fashion. She appeared on the Brat TV series Attaway General and later pivoted toward modeling and luxury brand partnerships. In late 2024, she featured in a campaign for Balenciaga's Le City bag and attended Milan Fashion Week. By September 2025, she had signed with WME and IMG Models, continuing her presence in the luxury space with appearances at events like Pierpaolo Piccioli's Balenciaga show in Paris in October 2025.
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