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Kristina Lee Halliwell Collins (born July 1, 1996), also known as Kallmekris, is a Canadian social media personality and comedian from British Columbia. She is known for her skits that range from thirty seconds to a minute long. Collins began posting on TikTok in April 2020. As of November 2025, she has 50.6 million followers, making her the most-followed TikToker from Canada and the 34th overall. Her YouTube channel, which she began uploading to in 2020, has 12.7 million subscribers as of November 2025. In July 2025, Collins made her feature directorial debut with the found footage horror film, House on Eden.

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Early life

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Kristina Lee Halliwell Collins[1] was born on July 1, 1996[2] in Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada.[3][4][5][6] She was raised in a conservative family[2] and is the second-oldest of three sisters and two brothers.[2][7] Collins wanted to pursue a career in stand-up comedy from an early age.[2][4] Because she came from a larger family and felt like she was not receiving enough attention, she found out how to express herself through comedy.[2] "I kind of wanted to shine in any way I could in the family and try to get maybe a little bit of attention...[through] cracking jokes, maybe being a little bit of an asshole sometimes so my parents would notice me."[2]

Career

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At the age of 14, Collins started a house cleaning business which she kept up until she was 23.[2] After dropping out of the University of the Fraser Valley to become a teacher,[8] she started working as a hairdresser[7] and working on TV shows out of her parents' home.[9][10] Collins left her career as a hairdresser in April 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.[3][6][7][11] She joined TikTok that same month.[6][11] Her brother convinced her to create a TikTok account and has stated that she did so out of boredom.[4][6]

Collins created her TikTok account on April 9, 2020, and posted her first video on the same day, which was a lip-sync to an audio of a line spoken by John C. Reilly in the 2008 film Step Brothers.[4] Her earliest TikToks were mainly lip-syncing and clips inspired by her family and childhood.[7] Later TikToks consist of comedic skits where she plays multiple recurring characters.[11][6][12] According to The Netline, "Her most popular personas include a vampire-obsessed version of her 12-year-old self, a Boston bro-dude named Chad, a fed-up mom, and a tiny-handed toddler."[7] She also does vlogs and reaction videos on her YouTube channel.[13] She had partnered with Amazon, Lionsgate, and Pantene in the past.[11] A company representative at Red Bull reached out to Collins after her fans continuously urged the company to sponsor Kris.[7] She was given a lifetime supply of Red Bull.[7] The company also flew her out to the top of a mountain in British Columbia in celebration of hitting 10 million followers.[7] In 2021, Forbes listed her as the fifth highest-earning TikToker at $4.75 million.[11]

On March 10, 2022, she made an appearance on Breakfast Television.[14] In her interview with Breakfast Television, Collins talked about how she wants to get into acting, stating, "I definitely do want this to be somewhat of a stepping stone, and I'm trying to get more into, like, the traditional space into TV and maybe movies."[2] Collins attended VidCon 2022, which was held at the Anaheim Convention Center from June 22–25, 2022.[13][15] It was the first VidCon since the COVID-19 pandemic.[15] Collins was featured in the music video for Nickelback's song "San Quentin", which was released on September 14, 2022.[16][17][18] On November 18, 2022, Nickelback invited Collins on stage to perform their song, "Rockstar" with them[19] in Sayreville, New Jersey.[2][20]

In 2023, Collins launched her clothing brand, "Otto By Kris".[2] Collins was a presenter for the 2023 Juno Awards[21] where she helped promote Nickelback’s induction into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame.[2][20] The awards ceremony took place on March 13, 2023.[21] Collins starred in a web series titled, Ginormo! The series had six episodes and was uploaded to Steven He's YouTube channel. The series premiered on May 12, 2023.[22] She attended VidCon 2023 and vlogged her experience on her YouTube channel.[23] Collins was nominated for a Streamy award in the Comedy category for the 13th Annual Streamy Awards.[24][25][26] In June 2024, Collins started a second channel, Kallmekris2, and a collab channel with her partner, Caleb Phelps "oompaville", called NonstopPsyop (later renamed to SourBoys, which is also the name of their candy company).[27] In March 2025, Collins started a new channel with Celinaspookyboo called Can't Sleep.[28] In 2024, Collins starred in, produced, and directed a found-footage horror film, "House on Eden", alongside Celina Myers and Jason-Christopher Mayer. Later, in May 2025, RLJE Films and Shudder acquired the rights to the film. The film was released on July 25, 2025 exclusively to movie theaters.[29][30]

Personal life

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Collins and her former boyfriend, Aaron, met at a barbecue party in 2015 and dated for six years.[2][7] In late 2021, Collins confirmed via TikTok that they had broken up, saying that the two of them remained good friends but "just grew apart".[2][7] In May 2021, Collins posted a video on YouTube discussing her struggles with mental health.[2][7]

In a 2021 YouTube Q&A video, Collins was asked if she was "a member or ally of the LGBTQ [community]", to which she responded that she was both, saying she had "never had a label for myself necessarily. I love whoever I love [...] girl, guy or whatever, I'm not opposed to any of it, so I guess that's pan, most people would say, but I don't necessarily have like a label."[31]

On April 26, 2023, Collins posted a video talking about her experiences with being stalked, including having drones fly into her backyard and men coming up to her front door.[2][32] Because of this invasion of her privacy and fear for her safety she has decided to move to a new location.[2] In November 2023, Collins revealed that she was in a relationship with the YouTuber Oompaville.[33] In April 2025, they got married.[34]

Filmography

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Film
Year Title Role Ref. Notes
2014 Into the Storm Unknown [2] Uncredited
2025 House on Eden Herself [29][30] Also director, writer and producer
Television
Year Title Role Ref. Notes
NA Riverdale NA [2][35] Hairdressing
2022 Kids in the Hall YMCA Group Leader [2]
Web
Year Title Role Ref. Notes
2022 ADXM Woman in Red [2][36] Short film
2023 Ginormo! Lady Spigh [2][22] 6 episodes
Music videos
Year Title Role Ref. Notes
2022 "San Quentin" by Nickelback Herself [16][17][18]

Awards and nominations

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Streamy Awards

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Year Nominee / work Award Result Ref.
2022 KallMeKris Breakout creator Nominated [37][38][39]
KallMeKris Comedy Nominated [38][39]
Sam and Colby, KallMeKris, Celina SpookyBoo - Our Unexplainable Night at Crescent Hotel Collaboration Nominated [38][39]
2023 KallMeKris Comedy Nominated [24][25][26]

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Kristina Lee Halliwell Collins (born July 1, 1996), known professionally as KallMeKris, is a Canadian , social media personality, and content creator renowned for her character-driven skits and storytelling. Born in , she rose to prominence on with humorous videos featuring original characters like the "Vampire Kid" and "," amassing over 50.6 million followers and 2.5 billion likes as of November 2025. Her content, often blending with everyday scenarios and themes, has also built a substantial audience of more than 12.7 million subscribers as of November 2025, where she produces longer-form videos including deep dives into cases. Collins began her online career in 2020, initially posting lip-sync and comedy videos that quickly went viral due to her expressive acting and relatable humor. By 2021, she had become one of TikTok's top creators, with compilations of her skits garnering millions of views and establishing her as a key figure in the platform's comedy scene. In addition to digital content, she co-owns the YouTube channel SourBoys and has ventured into entrepreneurship with branded merchandise. Her expansion into film includes the 2025 horror film House on Eden, her feature directorial debut alongside collaborator CelinaSpookyBoo, which was acquired by RLJE Films and Shudder for global distribution. On a personal note, Collins identifies as a "Canadian Texan," and married filmmaker Phelps in April 2025. She has an older sister and frequently shares family moments on , while maintaining privacy around other aspects of her life. Throughout her career, Collins has navigated controversies, such as a 2025 backlash from the community over a video mocking romantasy genres, to which she issued a public apology. Her work continues to evolve, emphasizing authentic, "subpar" content that resonates with a global audience.

Early life

Family background

Kristina Lee Halliwell Collins, known professionally as KallMeKris, was born on July 1, 1996, in Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada. She was raised in a conservative family with traditional expectations for career paths. Collins developed an early interest in comedy, often using humor to navigate large family dynamics. Her mother is Karalee Collins, and her stepfather is John Halliwell. As the second-oldest of six children with five s—including sisters Alissa and Jessica, and brother —Collins grew up in a large, hectic household in . This family dynamic significantly shaped her sense of humor and creativity, serving as the primary inspiration for many of her comedic sketches, which often draw directly from real-life interactions and shared memories.

Education and early jobs

Collins grew up in , where she attended local schools, including high school in the area. After graduating high school, she briefly enrolled in an education program at the with aspirations of becoming a teacher but dropped out upon realizing it was not the right path for her. She subsequently pursued vocational training in hairdressing, enrolling at the in South Surrey and earning her certification as a professional in 2017. Following her certification, Collins began her career as a that same year, specializing in lash extensions and operating primarily out of her home in the Abbotsford area. She maintained this role on a part-time basis even after achieving online fame. In early 2020, the forced salon closures across , leading to Collins losing her job as a and entering a period of . This sudden career disruption exacerbated her existing challenges, including a profound from which she began to recover with family support during the transition.

Professional career

Social media debut

Kris Collins, known online as KallMeKris, launched her TikTok account @kallmekris in April 2020 amid the , when she found herself unemployed as a and grappling with boredom and isolation. Prompted by her younger brother Jacob's suggestion to try the emerging platform, she downloaded the app and posted her initial lip-sync and comedy videos. This marked her pivot from traditional jobs to digital content creation, with her pre-fame hairdressing background subtly influencing early character ideas drawn from client interactions. Her initial uploads centered on straightforward comedy skits and lip-sync performances, quickly evolving into character-driven humor that exaggerated everyday annoyances like household mishaps or social awkwardnesses. These short, relatable videos resonated during the quarantine period, capturing the frustrations and lighthearted many experienced while confined at home. Collins experimented with various formats, from quick duets to scripted dialogues, honing her style through trial and error as she built confidence in front of the camera. The account saw explosive early growth, amassing over 1 million followers by July 2020—her 24th birthday—and surging to 4 million within four months, fueled by the viral appeal of her pandemic-timed, accessible content that turned mundane irritations into humorous vignettes. This rapid ascent from thousands to millions provided a creative outlet but was not without hurdles; Collins has openly discussed her ongoing recovery from years of depression and anxiety, noting how became a therapeutic tool for expression amid personal challenges.

Content style and growth

KallMeKris's content style evolved rapidly following her TikTok debut in 2020, emphasizing short-form skits that rely on exaggerated character portrayals, quick cuts, and versatile to deliver punchy humor. Her signature characters, such as the stereotypical "Karen"—a demanding, entitled often depicted harassing service workers or others—emerged prominently between 2020 and 2021, drawing from social stereotypes to satirize everyday annoyances and interpersonal conflicts. Other recurring personas, like the feisty "Total Karen" variant, further amplified this approach, using rapid costume changes and facial expressions to embody archetypes rooted in cultural tropes of entitlement and . Central to her oeuvre are themes of relationships, dynamics, and mundane daily life, portrayed through relatable yet over-the-top scenarios that highlight rivalries, parental quirks, and romantic mishaps. These skits often feature multi-role performances by KallMeKris herself, employing distinct voices and mannerisms to simulate group interactions, which enhances the comedic timing and accessibility for short-video formats. This stylistic maturation, building on her initial TikTok experiments, shifted from simple duets to more narrative-driven pieces, fostering deeper audience engagement through humor that mirrors universal experiences. Her growth across platforms underscores this content's appeal, with TikTok followers reaching 50.6 million as of November 2025, reflecting sustained viral success driven by algorithmic favoritism toward her high-engagement skits. Complementing this, she launched her YouTube channel in 2020, expanding into longer-form vlogs and storytime videos that repurpose TikTok material while adding behind-the-scenes depth, amassing over 12.7 million subscribers by November 2025. This multi-platform expansion not only diversified her audience but also amplified her reach, as evidenced by her inclusion on Forbes' 2022 list of highest-paid TikTok stars, where she ranked sixth with estimated earnings of $4.75 million primarily from advertising deals and brand sponsorships.

Business ventures

KallMeKris, whose real name is Kris Collins, became a co-owner of the candy company SourBoys, founded in 2020 by Caleb Phelps (known online as Oompaville) and others, and has been co-running it since 2024. The brand specializes in natural sour candies with 63% less sugar and no artificial dyes, featuring product lines such as SourBoys Belts and LilGuys Gummies, with new flavors released monthly. She actively promotes the company through discount codes like "KRIS" for 10% off orders on their official website, sour.gg, emphasizing its small-town Texas origins and commitment to quality ingredients. In addition to SourBoys, Collins launched her own merchandise line, OTTO by Kris, in 2023, offering apparel and accessories inspired by her content characters and personal style. The collection includes items like graphic tees, hoodies, and emotional support accessories, sold exclusively through ottobykris.com, with earlier merchandise drops dating back to 2021 via limited-time online sales. These ventures capitalize on her following, providing fans with branded products tied to her signature humor and skits. Collins has secured numerous brand sponsorships, integrating them into her video content for seamless promotion. Notable partnerships include collaborations with for waterproof sneakers and for tech features, often highlighted in dedicated sponsored posts. In 2022, she signed a multi-year deal with creator economy firm Jellysmack, which supports distribution and monetization of her content across platforms. Expanding her digital entrepreneurship, Collins maintains a subscription service launched in 2023, offering exclusive behind-the-scenes footage, bloopers, extended video cuts, and community group chats for subscribers. By 2025, she had revived regular live sessions and posts on the platform, fostering direct fan interaction. Additionally, she hosts the "Crime, Conspiracy, Cults and ," a series available on platforms like and , featuring deep dives into notorious cases.

Acting and media appearances

Film roles

Kris Collins began her acting career with a minor uncredited appearance in the 2014 Into the Storm, directed by Steven Quale, where she portrayed a family member of a graduate during a high school ceremony disrupted by massive tornadoes. This early role marked her initial foray into feature cinema, though it remained largely unnoticed amid her rising presence. Collins's transition from online to more prominent roles culminated in her lead performance in the 2025 found-footage House on Eden, which she also wrote and directed. In the movie, she plays a fictionalized version of herself as a investigator who, alongside co-star Celina (known as CelinaSpookyBoo) and videographer Jay, uncovers a malevolent ancient spirit in an abandoned house, blending her real-life YouTube-style investigations with genre storytelling elements. The , acquired by RLJE Films and Shudder for distribution, highlights her ability to leverage fame into authentic on-screen collaborations within the .

Television and other projects

KallMeKris, whose real name is Kris Collins, expanded her presence beyond through guest appearances on the series , where her improvisational humor aligned with the show's ensemble format. In March 2023, she featured in the episode "Courtney Interviews More Exes w/ KallMeKris," portraying a character in a comedic interrogation alongside cast members like Courtney Miller and . This collaboration highlighted her ability to adapt her character-driven style to live-action group dynamics, contributing to the episode's focus on absurd relationship scenarios. Additional appearances in 2023, such as the "Smosh Mouth" podcast-style segment "Reacting To Our FYP's w/ KallMeKris," involved discussions on trends and personal anecdotes, further showcasing her engaging on-camera persona. In 2023, Collins also appeared in the YouTube parody series Ginormo!, a comedic kaiju-themed production where she featured in episodes depicting exaggerated monster battles and scenarios. In 2023, Collins launched True Crime Deep Dives, a web series and accompanying podcast that explores true crime stories, conspiracies, and paranormal events through narrative storytelling. The series, which she created, wrote, and hosted, debuted on her YouTube channel and quickly gained traction for its detailed examinations of cases like the Green River Killer, blending factual recounting with her signature witty commentary to make complex topics accessible. Available in both video and audio formats on platforms like Spotify, the project marked her entry into long-form content production, emphasizing research-driven episodes that often exceed 20 minutes in length. By 2025, the series had expanded to include over 50 episodes, covering international cases and viewer-suggested topics, solidifying its role as a staple in her multimedia portfolio. Collins made her broadcast television debut at the 2023 , co-presenting the JUNO Fan Choice Award to alongside singer during the live ceremony in , . The event, broadcast on CBC, featured her delivering humorous remarks that tied into her online fanbase, contributing to the award show's blend of music honors and celebrity segments. This appearance underscored her growing recognition in Canadian media, bridging her digital influence with traditional entertainment platforms.

Personal life

Relationships

Kris Collins, known as KallMeKris, was previously in a long-term relationship with Twitch streamer Aaron Brown that lasted from 2015 until late 2021. Collins began her relationship with YouTuber Caleb Phelps, known online as Oompaville, in late 2023 after moving to Texas to live with him. The couple kept their romance relatively private initially, with limited appearances in each other's content, though Collins first publicly referred to Phelps as her boyfriend in a November 2023 YouTube video. They became engaged in secret sometime before April 2025 and married on April 12, 2025, in an intimate ceremony. Collins announced the marriage the following day through a YouTube video titled "I Got Married!!!" and a TikTok post, revealing that the engagement had been hidden from the public. The relationship has positively influenced their public images by fostering collaborative content creation, including the launch of a joint YouTube channel called NonstopPsyop in June 2024, which features shared skits and discussions. This partnership has allowed them to blend their audiences, with videos like "We Have To Tell You Something..." garnering significant views and highlighting their dynamic as a couple.

Identity and public persona

KallMeKris, whose real name is Kristina Lee Halliwell Collins, publicly identified as pansexual in discussions around 2021, including a video where she addressed her sexuality openly. She elaborated on this aspect of her identity in subsequent interviews and content between 2021 and 2023, emphasizing attraction regardless of gender. This disclosure contributed to her role as a visible figure in the LGBTQ+ community, with outlets recognizing her as a pansexual creator. Her to a male partner further illustrates the fluidity of her lived identity. Following her relocation to , Collins identifies as a "Canadian Texan." Collins has been candid about her pre-fame mental health struggles, including battles with depression, anxiety, anorexia, and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), which intensified during her in 2020 amid the . Laid off from her hairdressing job, she experienced a profound crisis while living with her parents, which prompted her to start creating content as a coping mechanism. In a video and later interviews, she detailed these challenges, such as a in her teens and ongoing therapy, highlighting the stigma surrounding eating disorders and intrusive thoughts. Through her platform, Collins advocates for LGBTQ+ visibility by incorporating queer themes into her skits and vlogs, fostering representation for pansexual individuals. She also promotes awareness, partnering with organizations and creators to destigmatize issues like OCD and depression, as noted in her 2022 interview where she described herself as a advocate. These efforts underscore her commitment to using her influence for supportive causes. Her public persona has evolved from early anonymous skits featuring exaggerated characters like "Janet" to more authentic vlogs that reveal personal vulnerabilities, marking a shift toward transparency post-2020. This progression allowed her to connect more deeply with audiences on identity and wellness topics.

Awards and nominations

Streamy Awards

KallMeKris, whose real name is Kris Collins, earned two nominations at the 12th Annual , held on December 4, 2022, at in , and hosted by Airrack. In the Comedy category, she competed against Adrian Bliss, , Rich Black Guy, and The McFarlands, with announced as the winner during the ceremony. She was also nominated for Breakout Creator, facing BENOFTHEWEEK, Kirsten Titus, , and , who ultimately received the award. As part of the event's programming, KallMeKris hosted the inaugural Streamys Creator Confessions segment, where she interviewed fellow creators including Airrack, , and others about their experiences in the industry. The following year, at the 13th Annual on August 27, 2023, in and hosted by , KallMeKris secured her third career in the category. Her competitors included DeMarcus Shawn, Lucas Lopez, The McFarlands, and , the latter of whom won the award for the second consecutive year. Although she did not win, the repeated recognition highlighted her distinctive character-driven comedy sketches, which had propelled her rapid rise on platforms like and . These Streamy nominations significantly elevated KallMeKris's profile within the , positioning her alongside established digital influencers and amplifying her appeal to brands and audiences seeking relatable, humorous content.

Industry presentations and honors

Kris Collins, known professionally as KallMeKris, has been recognized for her contributions to creation through several industry honors. In , she received the Video Creator award at The Influence Awards, organized by The Influence Agency to celebrate leading content creators in the U.S. and ; the accolade highlighted her rapid rise on , where she amassed over 36 million followers by blending comedy sketches with relatable personal narratives. In 2022, Collins was named to list in the category, acknowledging her as one of the highest-earning influencers that year with estimated earnings of $4.75 million, primarily from brand partnerships and sponsored content. These honors underscore her impact on the , emphasizing her ability to engage audiences through authentic and humorous storytelling. Collins has also participated in prominent industry presentations, showcasing her expertise and popularity at major events. At the 2023 in , , she co-presented the TikTok Juno Fan Choice Award to alongside singer , marking a notable crossover between digital influencers and traditional ceremonies; during the event, she additionally conducted an on-stage interview with ahead of their induction into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame. This appearance highlighted her growing role in bridging and mainstream , drawing on her 40 million-plus TikTok followers to amplify the awards' reach. In the digital content space, Collins has engaged in panel discussions and Q&A sessions at , a leading conference for online video creators. At Anaheim 2022, she joined fellow creator CelinaSpookyBoo for a live audience Q&A, discussing topics such as online friendships and challenges. She returned in 2023 for another Q&A with CelinaSpookyBoo, where she addressed cyberbullying's effects on creators' and careers, emphasizing strategies for resilience and support; this session was part of broader panels exploring industry disruptions and leadership in content entrepreneurship. These presentations reflect her status as an influential voice in the evolving landscape of , where she shares insights on building sustainable careers amid platform algorithms and audience expectations.

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