TikTok Takes the Wraps Off Its First Ever Discover List

TikTok Tuesday unveiled its first-ever Discover List to highlight creators on its platform that are “changing the game in their respective lanes—and beyond.” The video creation platform said in a blog post Tuesday, “Creators are the heart and soul of TikTok. From the pioneers driving change, to the tastemakers whipping up one-of-a-kind creations in the kitchen, to the trendsetters originating cultural moments, we’re honored that such an incredible group of creators have found a home on TikTok.” The Discover List is divided into five categories: Changemakers, Foodies, Icons, Innovators and Originators. Changemakers TikTok defined Changemakers as, “Creators who speak up and speak out. They advocate for others. They stand for something. From educating their followers, advocating for change or covering news, these creators push themselves and others every day to learn something new and to do better for the world.” Remi Bader, @remibaderJoel Bervell, @joelbervellJames Jones, @notoriouscreeTaylor Jones, @taylorcassidyjScarlet May, @Scarlet_may.1Jesús Morales, @juixxeAlexis Nelson, @alexisnikoleEbony and Denise Nunez, @Team2MomsShirley Raines, @Beauty2thestreetzZachary and Patrick Valentine, @valentinebrothers Foodies TikTok defined Foodies as, “The creators who are making kitchen dreams come true on the For You page. They’re trying new things and going above and beyond in the food space. They’re not just making food, they’re creating masterpieces. The one thing they have in common is that they’re all adding their own creative spin on cuisine—and it’s all delicious.” Ahmad Alzahabi, @ThegoldenbalanceJonathan Kung, @ChefjonkungHajar Larbah, @moribyanRobert Lucas, @thesweetimpactJoanne Molinaro, @thekoreanveganNewton Nguyen, @newtAna M. Regalado, @saltycocinaGabrielle Williams, @gabby.jayeViolet Witchel, @Violet.cooksSulhee Jessica Woo, @sulheejessica Icons TikTok defined Icons as, “Creators who need no introductions. They’re the trends and the culture. They're well known up and down the For You page and, outside of TikTok, they’re changing the game for content creators everywhere. They live and breathe TikTok culture and inspire others to do the same.” Brittany Broski, @Brittany_BroskiTabitha Brown, @iamtabithabrownMark Gaetano, @snarkymarkyLeo Gonzalez, @LeoGonzallChristina Najjar, @tinxJuliana Olaleye, @flossybabyChristopher Olsen and Ian Paget, @chris and @Ianpaget_Bella Poarch, @bellapoarchBoman Martinez-Reid, @BomanizerChallan Trishann, @challxn Innovators TikTok defined Innovators as, “Creators who bring a new twist to what it means to be a content creator. They are pioneers in their fields and have a unique point of view in everything they do. They are constantly pushing boundaries—not afraid to experiment and try something new—and inspire millions with their creations.” Science Akbar, @king.scienceJasmine Chiswell, @jasminechiswellShaquille Edwards, @PiffMartiWisdom Kaye, @Wisdm8Parker Locke, @parkerlockeMikayla Nogueira, @mikaylanogueiraDevon Rodriguez, @devonrodriguezartKyne Santos, @onlinekyneMaddi Winter, @maddiwinterBilly Yue, @8illy Originators TikTok defined Originators as, “The creators we love who create the trends we live for. They’ve started viral dances, sounds, aesthetics and more. They could be considered the heart of TikTok—they have a pulse on what makes the community tick—and they continue to make content that is iconically #ForYou.” Antoni Bumba, @antonibumbaJoseph Davidson, @supvanoMakayla Did, @makayladidKatherine Florence, @katieflorenceJalaiah Harmon, @jalaiahharmonTracy Joseph, @Tracy.ojWayne Mears, @natures_foodRonald Michel, @Rony_boyyAntonio Neville, @HeyTonyTVKeara Wilson, @keke.janajah