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'''Davis Burleson''' (born March 2003) is an American social media personality most known for hosting his TikTok interview series, "What’s Poppin? With Davis!"
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| birth_place = Houston, Texas
| occupation = Social Media Personality • Content Creator • Host
| years_active = 2020–present
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'''Davis Burleson''' is an American social media personality and content creator based in New York City. He is the host of Fallen Media's [[TikTok]] interview series, "What’s Poppin? With Davis!" and appears on [[Sirius XM]] TikTok radio.


Davis is recognized for his vibrant personality and insightful coverage of fashion, pop culture, and major events. His work highlights high-profile events, providing unique perspectives on the worlds of fashion and entertainment. In addition to his social media presence, Davis curates and presents the latest trends in music and culture on SiriusXM's TikTok Radio.
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== Life ==

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Burleson's first job was a [[DoorDash]] driver.<ref name=":1">{{Cite web |last=Macias |first=Ernesto |date=2022-01-18 |title=TikTok Phenom Davis Burleson Tells Us What’s Poppin |url=https://www.interviewmagazine.com/culture/tiktok-phenom-david-burleson-tells-us-whats-poppin |access-date=2022-09-27 |website=[[Interview Magazine]] |language=en-US}}</ref> In March 2020, Burleson of [[Houston]] began posting on TikTok at the age of 17.<ref name=":0">{{Cite news |last=Adorante |first=Mia |date=2022-09-07 |title=The TikTok Star of Washington Square Park |language=en-US |work=The New York Times |url=https://www.nytimes.com/2022/09/07/style/tiktok-washington-square-park-nyc.html |access-date=2022-09-27 |issn=0362-4331}}</ref> He amassed 100,000 followers by the fall of 2020 when he moved to [[New York City]] to study photography at the [[Eugene Lang College of Liberal Arts]] at [[The New School]].<ref name=":0" /><ref>{{Cite web |last=Hoppenheim |first=Danielle |date=2021-12-16 |title=The Double Life of Davis Burleson |url=https://www.newschoolfreepress.com/2021/12/16/the-double-life-of-davis-burleson/ |access-date=2022-09-27 |website=The New School Free Press |language=en-US}}</ref> Burleson partnered with Fallen Media, a [[Flatiron District|Flatiron]] based short-form content studio to assist with the production of "What’s Poppin? With Davis!"<ref name=":0" /><ref name=":1" /> The series features Burleson interviewing visitors of [[Washington Square Park]].<ref name=":0" /><ref name=":1" /> Episode 55 was the first to go viral with over 22 million views and bringing another 100,000 followers that same week.<ref name=":0" /> In the spring of 2022, Burleson was hired by [[Ganni]] during [[Copenhagen Fashion Week]] to post content on Instagram and TikTok.<ref name=":0" /><ref>{{Cite web |last=Royce |first=Aaron |date=2021-11-26 |title=TikTok Star Davis Burleson Shares His Go-To Shoes, Viral Fame & Dealing With Online Hate |url=https://footwearnews.com/2021/focus/celebrity-style/davis-burleson-tiktok-converse-sneakers-dr-martens-nyc-1203213619/ |access-date=2022-09-27 |website=[[Footwear News]] |language=en-US}}</ref> He hosted a backstage stream on TikTok at the [[64th Annual Grammy Awards]].<ref>{{Cite news |last=Beverly |first=Maren |date=March 28, 2022 |title=Inside A TikTok Influencer's Star-Studded Birthday Bash |work=[[Gotham (magazine)|Gotham]] |url=https://gothammag.com/davis-burleson-bday-party |access-date=2022-09-27}}</ref> By September 2022, Burleson's show had 2.1 million TikTok followers.<ref name=":0" />
Burleson has 556.4k followers on [https://www.tiktok.com/@davisburleson TikTok] and 83.7k on [https://www.instagram.com/davisburleson/ Instagram]. His series "What’s Poppin? With Davis!" has 2.1 million followers on [https://www.tiktok.com/@whatspoppin TikTok] and 294k on [https://www.instagram.com/whatspoppin/ Instagram].

== Early life ==
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Burleson's first job was a [[DoorDash]] driver.<ref name=":1">{{Cite web |last=Macias |first=Ernesto |date=2022-01-18 |title=TikTok Phenom Davis Burleson Tells Us What's Poppin |url=https://www.interviewmagazine.com/culture/tiktok-phenom-david-burleson-tells-us-whats-poppin |access-date=2022-09-27 |website=[[Interview Magazine]] |language=en-US}}</ref> In March 2020, Burleson of [[Houston]] began posting on TikTok at the age of 17.<ref name=":0">{{Cite news |last=Adorante |first=Mia |date=2022-09-07 |title=The TikTok Star of Washington Square Park |language=en-US |work=The New York Times |url=https://www.nytimes.com/2022/09/07/style/tiktok-washington-square-park-nyc.html |access-date=2022-09-27 |issn=0362-4331}}</ref> He amassed 100,000 followers by the fall of 2020 when he moved to [[New York City]] to study photography at the [[Eugene Lang College of Liberal Arts]] at [[The New School]].<ref name=":0" /><ref>{{Cite web |last=Hoppenheim |first=Danielle |date=2021-12-16 |title=The Double Life of Davis Burleson |url=https://www.newschoolfreepress.com/2021/12/16/the-double-life-of-davis-burleson/ |access-date=2022-09-27 |website=The New School Free Press |language=en-US}}</ref>

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== Career ==
Throughout his career, Burleson has collaborated with several prominent brands, including David Yurman, Google and L'Oreal contributing to high-profile campaigns and creating engaging content for significant events. His involvement with these brands has positioned him as a versatile content creator in the fashion and entertainment industries.

In addition to his TikTok series, Davis is also a host on SiriusXM's TikTok Radio. On the platform, he has interviewed a variety of celebrities, including [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wsjuwh6-2JQ Dua Lipa], [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cJ5L4l6oVHo Niall Horan] and [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hf6FPwmNhWA&t=209s Olivia Rodrigo], offering a unique perspective on their careers and the broader world of pop culture. These interviews further showcase Burleson's skills as a host and his ability to connect with diverse personalities.

Burleson partnered with Fallen Media, a [[Flatiron District|Flatiron]] based short-form content studio to assist with the production of "What’s Poppin? With Davis!"<ref name=":0" /><ref name=":1" /> The series features Burleson interviewing visitors of [[Washington Square Park]].<ref name=":0" /><ref name=":1" /> Episode 55 was the first to go viral with over 22 million views and bringing another 100,000 followers that same week.<ref name=":0" />

In the spring of 2022, Burleson was hired by [[Ganni]] during [[Copenhagen Fashion Week]] to post content on Instagram and TikTok.<ref name=":0" /><ref>{{Cite web |last=Royce |first=Aaron |date=2021-11-26 |title=TikTok Star Davis Burleson Shares His Go-To Shoes, Viral Fame & Dealing With Online Hate |url=https://footwearnews.com/2021/focus/celebrity-style/davis-burleson-tiktok-converse-sneakers-dr-martens-nyc-1203213619/ |access-date=2022-09-27 |website=[[Footwear News]] |language=en-US}}</ref> He hosted a backstage stream on TikTok at the [[64th Annual Grammy Awards]].<ref>{{Cite news |last=Beverly |first=Maren |date=March 28, 2022 |title=Inside A TikTok Influencer's Star-Studded Birthday Bash |work=[[Gotham (magazine)|Gotham]] |url=https://gothammag.com/davis-burleson-bday-party |access-date=2022-09-27}}</ref> By September 2022, Burleson's show had 2.1 million TikTok followers.<ref name=":0" /> In June 2023, he was the front of [[UGG (brand)|UGG]]'s [[Pride Month|pride month]] campaign.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Royce |first=Aaron |date=2023-06-12 |title=Exclusive: TikToker Davis Burleson Talks Coming Out, LGBTQIA+ Empowerment and Fronting Ugg's 2023 Pride Campaign |url=https://footwearnews.com/fashion/fashion-news/ugg-davis-burleson-lgbtqia-coming-out-pride-2023-campaign-1203476218/ |access-date=2023-07-18 |website=Footwear News |language=en-US}}</ref> Burleson was interviewed by UGG about being [[gay]] and the [[It Gets Better Project]].<ref>{{Cite news |date=May 13, 2023 |title=Davis Burleson Will Make You Feel Heard |language=en |website=UGG}}</ref>


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Latest revision as of 21:14, 22 October 2024

Davis Burleson
Burleson in 2023
Born
Houston, Texas
OccupationSocial Media Personality • Content Creator • Host
Years active2020–present

Davis Burleson is an American social media personality and content creator based in New York City. He is the host of Fallen Media's TikTok interview series, "What’s Poppin? With Davis!" and appears on Sirius XM TikTok radio.

Davis is recognized for his vibrant personality and insightful coverage of fashion, pop culture, and major events. His work highlights high-profile events, providing unique perspectives on the worlds of fashion and entertainment. In addition to his social media presence, Davis curates and presents the latest trends in music and culture on SiriusXM's TikTok Radio.

Burleson has 556.4k followers on TikTok and 83.7k on Instagram. His series "What’s Poppin? With Davis!" has 2.1 million followers on TikTok and 294k on Instagram.

Early life

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Burleson's first job was a DoorDash driver.[1] In March 2020, Burleson of Houston began posting on TikTok at the age of 17.[2] He amassed 100,000 followers by the fall of 2020 when he moved to New York City to study photography at the Eugene Lang College of Liberal Arts at The New School.[2][3]

Career

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Throughout his career, Burleson has collaborated with several prominent brands, including David Yurman, Google and L'Oreal contributing to high-profile campaigns and creating engaging content for significant events. His involvement with these brands has positioned him as a versatile content creator in the fashion and entertainment industries.

In addition to his TikTok series, Davis is also a host on SiriusXM's TikTok Radio. On the platform, he has interviewed a variety of celebrities, including Dua Lipa, Niall Horan and Olivia Rodrigo, offering a unique perspective on their careers and the broader world of pop culture. These interviews further showcase Burleson's skills as a host and his ability to connect with diverse personalities.

Burleson partnered with Fallen Media, a Flatiron based short-form content studio to assist with the production of "What’s Poppin? With Davis!"[2][1] The series features Burleson interviewing visitors of Washington Square Park.[2][1] Episode 55 was the first to go viral with over 22 million views and bringing another 100,000 followers that same week.[2]

In the spring of 2022, Burleson was hired by Ganni during Copenhagen Fashion Week to post content on Instagram and TikTok.[2][4] He hosted a backstage stream on TikTok at the 64th Annual Grammy Awards.[5] By September 2022, Burleson's show had 2.1 million TikTok followers.[2] In June 2023, he was the front of UGG's pride month campaign.[6] Burleson was interviewed by UGG about being gay and the It Gets Better Project.[7]

References

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  1. ^ a b c Macias, Ernesto (2022-01-18). "TikTok Phenom Davis Burleson Tells Us What's Poppin". Interview Magazine. Retrieved 2022-09-27.
  2. ^ a b c d e f g Adorante, Mia (2022-09-07). "The TikTok Star of Washington Square Park". The New York Times. ISSN 0362-4331. Retrieved 2022-09-27.
  3. ^ Hoppenheim, Danielle (2021-12-16). "The Double Life of Davis Burleson". The New School Free Press. Retrieved 2022-09-27.
  4. ^ Royce, Aaron (2021-11-26). "TikTok Star Davis Burleson Shares His Go-To Shoes, Viral Fame & Dealing With Online Hate". Footwear News. Retrieved 2022-09-27.
  5. ^ Beverly, Maren (March 28, 2022). "Inside A TikTok Influencer's Star-Studded Birthday Bash". Gotham. Retrieved 2022-09-27.
  6. ^ Royce, Aaron (2023-06-12). "Exclusive: TikToker Davis Burleson Talks Coming Out, LGBTQIA+ Empowerment and Fronting Ugg's 2023 Pride Campaign". Footwear News. Retrieved 2023-07-18.
  7. ^ "Davis Burleson Will Make You Feel Heard". UGG. May 13, 2023.
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