Drama is brewing in social media and Hollywood’s biggest names may just be caught in the crossfire. TikTok, the app that turns seconds into stardom will sadly leave millions of followers scrambling and some of your favorite stars at risk of losing their digital empires following its reported ban in the US this weekend.
It is not just the viral dances or trendy lip-syncs that are at stake here. This move could shake up Hollywood’s influencer game entirely. Get ready for some surprising names and jaw-dropping numbers as you discover these stars whose follower counts might take the biggest hit!
Johnny Depp
The famous Johnny Depp, known for his role as Captain Jack Sparrow, made quite a splash when he joined TikTok back in 2022 following the heated defamation trial that had the world hooked. His profile, humorously labeled Occasional Thespian, quickly became a hub for fans eager to connect with the actor as it gained over 4.4 million followers.
However, with the US Supreme Court’s recent decision to uphold a federal law banning TikTok due to national security concerns, millions of users and creators, including Depp’s followers, are left hanging in anticipation of the platform’s potential shutdown.
Tom Felton
From the infamous Draco Malfoy in Harry Potter
to a TikTok star, Tom Felton has made it big on the platform with over 10 million followers. On TikTok, under the handle @t22felton, he has gained an exciting community of fans who eagerly await his posts. The news of the ban will definitely be a shock factor for both the actor and his loyal fan following as they stand to lose the much-valued space to connect and create.
Joey King
Joey King, the star of the famous The Kissing Booth
, has gained a large following on TikTok, with over 12 million followers with her entertaining content, such as behind-the-scenes moments and personal experiences. As fans worry about losing a direct connection to their loved actress, King also stands to lose a big chunk of her followers with this US ban.
Joey King pic.twitter.com/Ix4BT0VIT1
— Neonshornladies – fan acc (@neonshornceleb) January 13, 2025
Dove Cameron
Dove Cameron, famous for her performance in Liv and Maddie
, has seen massive success on TikTok with over 13.4 million followers. Fans love her, as she brings them behind-the-scenes moments with her, as well as personal moments that they can associate with. Such a ban by TikTok within the US would indeed be a strong blow to this connection.
Dove Cameron’s face card is UNREAL! pic.twitter.com/Ea9Tev0nmj
— Seventeen (@seventeen) January 17, 2025
Ellen DeGeneres
Ellen DeGeneres, the beloved host of The Ellen DeGeneres Show
, took her contagious humor to TikTok, garnering more than 14 million followers. What got fans talking and hooked was her wonderful surprises and hilarious pranks on the platform. However, with a ban on TikTok looming on the horizon in the United States, Ellen’s virtual stage may as well disappear, leaving her fans longing for her signature wit and charm.
Happy #EarthDay! My skincare brand #KindScience is doing something I really love! To celebrate Earth Day – they’re planting trees! For every purchase made they’ll plant a tree in partnership with @onetreeplanted, and if you ask nicely, I’ll even name it after you. pic.twitter.com/QjGk9vBNkX
— The Ellen Show (@EllenDeGeneres) April 22, 2023
Jennifer Lopez
Jennifer Lopez, lovingly known as J. Lo, boasts an impressive 17.5 million followers on TikTok where she shares dance routines, behind-the-scenes glimpses, and personal moments that fans love and look forward to! However, such a great loss of following might eventually affect her in terms of engagement with the audience and even with the proper marketing of her projects.
Jack Black
Popular lead of the School of Rock
, Jack Black has become a TikTok sensation with a collective following of over 18.6 million. Fans love his engaging content which ranges from hilarious reactions to fan art to his impromptu musical videos like his duet with AMH Band, which went viral among his other videos, as fans continued to enjoy his content. But sadly for the US fans, this dream might just be nearing its end as Black loses a major chunk of his following.
Jack Black is trending on Tik Tok and all I could think of was this gem from The Tonight Show pic.twitter.com/EwJw8VIII9
— Shock Meme Maestro (@shockWilliams20) March 31, 2020
Terry Crews
Best known for his role as Detective Terry Jeffords in Brooklyn Nine-Nine
, Terry Crews has been one of the most popular users on TikTok, with over 24 million followers. His entertaining videos, from dance challenges to heartfelt messages, have been loved by fans! A TikTok ban would not only be a significant blow to his reach with such a massive audience but will also leave fans disheartened as they lose this connection with their favorite star.
no one told me terry crews posted this on tiktok 😭 I love him pic.twitter.com/4CO0Cs3DGT
— ⁷⚯͛☔ (@inuot7) September 17, 2020
Kevin Hart
Kevin Hart, the comedy genius who has stepped into action with his role in Netflix’s action-packed Lift
has been cooking up a storm in Tiktok for a while now with a whopping 34.5 million followers. Hart’s engaging content and infectious humor have made him a fan favorite! His Tiktok presence and engagement with candid shots and behind-the-scenes glimpses have created a global fanbase pushing him to be one of the top stars on the app.
Just saw #JumanjiMovie+ @KevinHart4real once again wins over my heart with his charming personality. And his weakness of cake 😂 pic.twitter.com/3COr0OT9Qc
— 𝖇 🪦 (@hereliesbaddieb) December 27, 2017
Kevin Hart now stands to lose a massive chunk of his digital audience when the ban becomes a reality, leaving his US followers quite heartbroken.
Will Smith
, the charismatic actor who first won hearts as the Fresh Prince of Bel-Air
, has smoothly transitioned into a social media sensation. On TikTok, he boasts an impressive 74.7 million followers, making him one of the platform’s top celebrities.
His popular content is often a fun mix of witty humor and slick production has captivated fans around the world.
However, with this TikTok ban, Smith stands to lose a significant portion of his digital fanbase, which would not only affect his online presence but also cause a gap in the way he reaches fans in the digital age. When these stars lose millions of followers, it is no longer a matter of just losing numbers. They lose the reach and connectivity they have with a major chunk of their fan following.
What do you think about the ban for TikTok in the US? Which star do you think would be missed most on the app? Let us hear your thoughts in the comments below!
