Influencers from United Kingdom starting with S
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Sade
Occupation: SingerFacebook: 3.7M Followers / Subscribers Instagram: 1.1M Followers / Subscribers X: 159.7K Followers / Subscribers Wikipedia: 0 Followers / SubscribersHelen Folasade Adu CBE, known professionally as Sade Adu or simply Sade, is a Nigerian-born British singer and songwriter. She is the iconic lead vocalist of the band Sade, which is known for its distinctive blend of soul, smooth jazz, and sophisti-pop music. Her signature style is defined by her cool, velvety, and understated vocals, as heard on classic hits like "Smooth Operator," "Your Love Is King," and "The Sweetest Taboo." Before her music career, she studied fashion design and briefly worked as a model. She is one of the most successful British female artists in history and is also recognized as an enduring style icon. She is known for her intensely private nature and for releasing new music only when she feels she has something significant to say.
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Saffron Barker
Occupation: YoutuberTikTok: 2.2M Followers / Subscribers YouTube: 2.2M Followers / Subscribers Instagram: 1.7M Followers / Subscribers X: 512.7K Followers / SubscribersSaffron Barker is an English social media influencer, YouTuber, and podcast host born on July 24, 2000, in Brighton, East Sussex. She rose to prominence through her YouTube channels, where she shares lifestyle vlogs, challenges, and beauty content, amassing over 2 million subscribers on her main channel and nearly 3 million across her two channels. In 2019, she gained mainstream attention as the first female social media star to compete on the BBC's Strictly Come Dancing, partnering with professional dancer AJ Pritchard and reaching the quarterfinals. Barker has also appeared on shows like Celebrity Hunted, The Celebrity Circle (where she was a runner-up), and Sidemen, and represented the UK at the 2017 Kids' Choice Awards. Named The Sunday Times' top female influencer in 2019, she has launched fashion collaborations with brands like Primark and In The Style, focusing on loungewear and homeware. Since 2020, she has co-hosted the podcast "Mum Made Me Do It" with her mother, Wendy, discussing topics like relationships, body confidence, and family life. Currently in a relationship with Scottish model Josh Miln, Barker relocated to Dubai in June 2025 while maintaining strong ties to the UK.
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Sam Claflin
Occupation: ActorInstagram: 3.9M Followers / Subscribers Wikipedia: 0 Followers / Subscribers IMDb: 0 Followers / SubscribersSam Claflin is a British actor known for his roles in both film and television. He was born on June 27, 1986, in Ipswich, England. Claflin gained widespread recognition for playing Finnick Odair in The Hunger Games film series and has also starred in movies such as Me Before You, Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides, and Love, Rosie. He is known for his charming screen presence, emotional depth, and versatility, often portraying both romantic leads and complex, dramatic characters.
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Sam Riley
Occupation: ActorInstagram: 20K Followers / Subscribers Wikipedia: 0 Followers / Subscribers IMDb: 0 Followers / SubscribersSam Riley is an English actor and singer, born on January 8, 1980.
He is best known for his acting roles in:
The 2007 biographical film Control, where he played the lead role of Joy Division frontman Ian Curtis. This performance earned him several awards.
The 2012 film adaptation of Jack Kerouac's novel, On the Road, as protagonist Sal Paradise.
The 2014 film Maleficent and its sequel, Maleficent: Mistress of Evil, where he plays Diaval.
The 2016 film Pride and Prejudice and Zombies, where he portrayed Fitzwilliam Darcy.
Prior to his acting breakthrough, he was the lead singer of the Leeds band 10,000 Things.
He is married to Romanian-German actress Alexandra Maria Lara, whom he met while filming Control. They have one child.
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Sam Smith
Occupation: SingerYouTube: 17M Followers / Subscribers Instagram: 14.4M Followers / Subscribers Facebook: 9.2M Followers / Subscribers TikTok: 9.1M Followers / SubscribersSam Smith is an English singer and songwriter known for their soulful voice and popular pop and R&B hits. They first rose to international prominence in 2012 after being featured on the electronic duo Disclosure's breakthrough single "Latch," followed by Naughty Boy's number one single "La La La."
Their debut studio album, In the Lonely Hour (2014), was a major success, featuring hits like "Stay with Me" and "I'm Not the Only One," and earning them multiple Grammy Awards, including Best New Artist, Record of the Year, and Song of the Year. They also won an Academy Award and a Golden Globe for "Writing's on the Wall," the theme song for the James Bond film Spectre (2015).
Sam Smith has released several subsequent successful albums and singles, including the collaborations "Promises" with Calvin Harris and "Unholy" with Kim Petras, which won a Grammy for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance. Sam Smith uses they/them pronouns and is an openly non-binary musician.
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Seal
Occupation: SingerFacebook: 1.7M Followers / Subscribers Instagram: 901K Followers / Subscribers YouTube: 644K Followers / Subscribers Wikipedia: 0 Followers / SubscribersSeal Henry Olusegun Olumide Adeola Samuel is an English singer, songwriter, and record producer. He is the recipient of three Brit Awards, four Grammy Awards and an MTV Video Music Award, with over 20 million albums or singles sold. He signed with record producer Trevor Horn's ZTT Records to release his eponymous debut studio album (1991). A critical and commercial success, it spawned the singles "Crazy" and "Killer", which peaked at numbers two and one on the UK singles chart, respectively, while both entered the US Billboard Hot 100. His 1994 single, "Kiss from a Rose", peaked atop the latter chart after its inclusion on the accompanying film soundtracks for The NeverEnding Story III and Batman Forever.
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Sean Harris
Occupation: ActorWikipedia: 0 Followers / Subscribers Fandom: 0 Followers / Subscribers IMDb: 0 Followers / SubscribersSean Harris is an English actor, born in 1966 in Bethnal Green, London, United Kingdom. He trained at the Drama Centre London.
He has an active career spanning from 1994 to the present, and is known for his roles as Ian Curtis in the film 24 Hour Party People, Micheletto Corella in the series The Borgias, Fifield in Prometheus, and Solomon Lane in Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation and Mission: Impossible – Fallout. He won a British Academy Television Award for Best Actor for his role in the miniseries Southcliffe in 2014 and an AACTA Award for Best Supporting Actor in Film for The Stranger in 2022.
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Simeon Panda
Occupation: BodybuilderInstagram: 7.8M Followers / Subscribers Facebook: 6.7M Followers / Subscribers YouTube: 2.8M Followers / Subscribers X: 140.3K Followers / SubscribersSimeon Panda is a British professional bodybuilder, fitness model, and influential fitness entrepreneur. He is recognized globally for his exceptionally muscular and aesthetic physique, which he maintains year-round. Panda is considered one of the most influential fitness personalities in the world, amassing a massive social media following where he shares workout routines, motivational content, and diet tips. He gained Musclemania Pro status after winning the European Championships in 2013 and often serves as a judge at global bodybuilding competitions. As an entrepreneur, he has built a successful fitness empire that includes his own sportswear brand, Just Lift, and various online training programs and e-books. He promotes a message of dedication, hard work, and training with heavy weights while maintaining that his physique is achieved through natural bodybuilding.
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Simon Cowell
Occupation: Television PersonalityX: 9.9M Followers / Subscribers Facebook: 6.1M Followers / Subscribers Instagram: 2.7M Followers / Subscribers TikTok: 633.4K Followers / SubscribersSimon Cowell is an English television personality, record executive, and entrepreneur. He is internationally famous for his role as a blunt and often controversial judge on numerous television music and talent competition shows, including Pop Idol (UK), American Idol (US), The X Factor (UK and US), and Britain's Got Talent (UK) and America's Got Talent (US). Cowell is the founder of the global entertainment company Syco Entertainment, which has been responsible for producing The Got Talent and The X Factor franchises and launching the music careers of many successful artists, most notably One Direction and Little Mix. He began his career in the music industry as a record producer, talent agent, and consultant.
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Simon Pegg
Occupation: ActorFacebook: 2.1M Followers / Subscribers Instagram: 1.7M Followers / Subscribers Wikipedia: 0 Followers / Subscribers IMDb: 0 Followers / SubscribersSimon John Pegg is an English actor, comedian and screenwriter. He came to prominence in the UK as the co-creator of the Channel 4 sitcom Spaced (1999–2001), directed by Edgar Wright. He and Wright co-wrote the films Shaun of the Dead (2004), Hot Fuzz (2007), and The World's End (2013), known collectively as the Three Flavours Cornetto trilogy, all of which saw Wright directing and Pegg starring alongside Nick Frost. Pegg and Frost also wrote and starred in the sci-fi comedy film Paul (2011).
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Simon Russell Beale
Occupation: ActorWikipedia: 0 Followers / Subscribers Fandom: 0 Followers / Subscribers IMDb: 0 Followers / SubscribersSir Simon Russell Beale CBE is an acclaimed English actor, often described as one of the greatest stage actors of his generation. He is highly distinguished for his extensive career in theatre, particularly for his work with the Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC) and the National Theatre, where he has performed nearly every major Shakespearean role, including Hamlet, King Lear, Macbeth, and Iago.
He has received numerous awards throughout his career, including three Olivier Awards, two BAFTA Awards, and a Tony Award for his performance as Henry Lehman in The Lehman Trilogy. Other notable stage roles include Volpone, Uncle Vanya, and King Arthur in Monty Python's Spamalot.
In film and television, he is known for roles such as Kenneth Widmerpool in A Dance to the Music of Time, Falstaff in The Hollow Crown, Ferdinand Lyle in the series Penny Dreadful, and the menacing Lavrenti Beria in the film The Death of Stalin. He was knighted in 2019 for his services to the Arts.
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Slash
Occupation: MusicianInstagram: 4.4M Followers / Subscribers X: 3.3M Followers / Subscribers YouTube: 932K Followers / Subscribers Facebook: 92K Followers / SubscribersSlash is a British-American guitarist, best known as the lead guitarist of the hard rock band Guns N' Roses.
He is celebrated for his emotional, bluesy, and heavy playing style, which features instantly recognizable riffs (like "Sweet Child o' Mine") and soaring solos ("November Rain"). He is widely considered one of the greatest guitarists in rock history.
His signature visual image is iconic: long, dark curly hair, dark sunglasses, and a black top hat, almost always with an amber Gibson Les Paul guitar.
After his initial run with Guns N' Roses, he co-founded the supergroup Velvet Revolver and has since released multiple albums with his solo project, Slash Featuring Myles Kennedy and The Conspirators. He rejoined Guns N' Roses in 2016.
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Smallishbeans
Occupation: YoutuberYouTube: 4M Followers / Subscribers Instagram: 685K Followers / Subscribers X: 474K Followers / Subscribers Twitch: 190K Followers / SubscribersSmallishbeans is the online alias of Joel Beauchamp, a popular British YouTuber and Twitch streamer. He is best known for his Minecraft content, particularly his long-running survival series and collaborations with other content creators, often within the 'Life Series' (e.g., Third Life, Last Life, Double Life, Limited Life, Secret Life). His videos frequently feature lighthearted humor, storytelling, and challenge-based gameplay. He has a distinct persona characterized by his energetic and often dramatic reactions.
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Sophie Turner
Occupation: ActressInstagram: 13.4M Followers / Subscribers Facebook: 4.7M Followers / Subscribers Wikipedia: 0 Followers / Subscribers Fandom: 0 Followers / SubscribersSophie Turner (born February 21, 1996) is a British actress best known for her breakout role as Sansa Stark in the HBO fantasy series Game of Thrones, which she played from 2011 to 2019. Her performance earned her widespread critical acclaim and a Primetime Emmy Award nomination.
Career Highlights
Westeros to Hollywood: After Game of Thrones, she transitioned to major film roles, most notably portraying Jean Grey / Phoenix in the X-Men franchise (X-Men: Apocalypse and Dark Phoenix).
Recent Projects: She has recently taken on lead roles in diverse projects, including the crime drama series Joan (2024), where she plays the notorious British jewel thief Joan Hannington, and the psychological thriller Trust (2025).
Future Roles: As of early 2026, she is set to star as Lara Croft in the upcoming live-action Tomb Raider series for Amazon Prime Video.
Personal Life
Background: Turner was born in Northampton, England, and grew up in Warwickshire. She began acting at age three with the Playbox Theatre Company.
Family: She was previously married to singer Joe Jonas (2019–2024), with whom she has two daughters, Willa and Delphine.
Advocacy: She is a vocal advocate for mental health awareness, often sharing her own experiences with depression and eating disorders to help reduce the stigma for others.
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Stampy
Occupation: YoutuberYouTube: 10.9M Followers / Subscribers X: 730.9K Followers / Subscribers Wikipedia: 0 Followers / Subscribers IMDb: 0 Followers / SubscribersStampy, whose real name is Joseph Mark Garrett, is a British YouTuber, author, and content creator born on December 13, 1990. He gained massive popularity through his child-friendly Minecraft Let's Play series, particularly "Stampy's Lovely World," where he plays as an anthropomorphic cat character known for its whimsical storytelling, educational elements, and lighthearted adventures. With over 10 million subscribers on his main channel, Stampylonghead, Stampy is celebrated for his gentle, humorous style that appeals to younger audiences, often featuring collaborative builds, minigames, and narrative-driven episodes. He has also voiced his character in Minecraft: Story Mode and appeared in various TV shows, blending gaming with creativity and fun.
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Stephen Graham
Occupation: ActorInstagram: 829K Followers / Subscribers Wikipedia: 0 Followers / Subscribers IMDb: 0 Followers / SubscribersStephen Graham is an English actor and film producer known for his intense and versatile performances across film and television.
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### Career and Notable Roles 🎬
He began his career in 1990 and gained early notice in films like Snatch* (2000) and ***Gangs of New York*** (2002).
His *breakthrough role** was as the volatile character Andrew "Combo" Gascoigne in the film ***This Is England*** (2006) and its television sequels, including ***This Is England '86, '88,*** and ***'90***.
Other notable roles include playing *Al Capone** in the HBO series ***Boardwalk Empire*** (2010–2014), Scrum in two of the ***Pirates of the Caribbean*** movies, Anthony "Tony Pro" Provenzano in ***The Irishman*** (2019), and John Corbett in the BBC series ***Line of Duty*** (2019).
He is praised for his ability to use *different accents**, often portraying characters from various parts of Britain, Ireland, and America.
Graham also created, co-wrote, and executive produced the 2025 Netflix miniseries Adolescence*, in which he also appeared.
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### Personal Background 🏠
He was *born on August 3, 1973**, in Kirkby, Lancashire, England.
He is married to actress and producer *Hannah Walters**, and they have two children.
He was appointed an *Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE)** in 2023 for services to drama.
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Steve-O
Occupation: Media PersonalityFacebook: 14M Followers / Subscribers Instagram: 7.4M Followers / Subscribers YouTube: 7M Followers / Subscribers X: 1.1M Followers / SubscribersSteve-O, born Stephen Glover, is an English-American television personality, stunt performer, comedian, and author, best known for his role as a main cast member in the MTV reality comedy series _Jackass_ (2000–2002) and its subsequent movie spin-offs.
He is famous for his willingness to perform dangerous, painful, and often disgusting stunts, which are characterized by his flamboyant, self-deprecating, and energetic persona. After gaining initial fame on Jackass, he went on to star in his own spin-off shows, including _Wildboyz_ (2003–2006) and _Dr. Steve-O_ (2007).
In addition to his career in stunt comedy, Steve-O has pursued stand-up comedy and has been open about his journey through addiction and recovery, which he often incorporates into his performances and public appearances. He is widely recognized for his numerous tattoos and his ongoing commitment to an extreme, often shocking, comedic style.
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Stevie Knows
Occupation: TiktokerTikTok: 2.6M Followers / Subscribers YouTube: 700K Followers / Subscribers Facebook: 196K Followers / Subscribers Instagram: 129K Followers / SubscribersStevie Knows (real name Steven Arshak Yessaian) is a popular British digital creator, comedian, and TikTok personality. He is best known for his "Online School" series, where he plays multiple characters in a fictionalized school setting.
Key Details
Content Style: He produces comedic skits, parodies, and short-form videos focused on school life, student-teacher dynamics, and relatable everyday chaos.
The Stevie Knows Academy: This is the fictional universe he created, which includes a recurring cast of characters such as Gary, Mr. Foot, and Alice. His fanbase is often referred to as "The Garyan Empire."
Platforms: He has a massive following on TikTok (over 2.6 million followers) and YouTube (approx. 700k subscribers), where he posts full-length compilations and music parodies.
Music: He has released original parody songs and music videos, such as "Paper Towel" and the "Online School Nativity" specials.
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Suki Waterhouse
Occupation: ActressInstagram: 4.4M Followers / Subscribers TikTok: 1.3M Followers / Subscribers YouTube: 221K Followers / Subscribers X: 167K Followers / SubscribersAlice Suki Waterhouse is an English actress, singer, and mode. Waterhouse began a career in modelling at the age of 16, and she went on to model for several major fashion labels such as Burberry, Tommy Hilfiger, Hugo Boss, Laura Mercier, and Ferragamo. Her first feature film as an actress was a minor role in Pusher (2012), and she has since appeared in films such as Love, Rosie (2014), The Divergent Series: Insurgent (2015), The Bad Batch (2016), Assassination Nation (2018), and Detective Pikachu (2019). Waterhouse portrayed Karen Sirko in the musical drama miniseries Daisy Jones & the Six (2023).
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Susan Boyle
Occupation: SingerInstagram: 166K Followers / Subscribers X: 31.3K Followers / Subscribers Wikipedia: 0 Followers / Subscribers IMDb: 0 Followers / SubscribersSusan Magdalane Boyle is a Scottish singer who rose to fame in 2009 after appearing as a contestant on the third series of Britain's Got Talent, singing "I Dreamed a Dream" from Les Misérables. As of 2021, Boyle has sold 25 million records. Her debut album, I Dreamed a Dream (2009), is one of the best-selling albums of the 21st century, having sold over 10 million copies worldwide, and was the best-selling album internationally in 2009. In 2011, Boyle made UK music history by becoming the first female artist to achieve three successive albums debut at No.1 in less than two years. As of May 2025, her estimated net worth was £22 million ($29.5 million).