A celebrity (Usually an actor/actress) who has not gained enough popularity to have their own Wikipedia page, but can still be considered a celebrity.
Examples of a micro-celebrity is someone who has had a few semi-major roles in a TV show/movie, but hasn't done enough such that they can be recognized by many.
by j0s June 23, 2014
Get the Micro-celebrity mug.a person, usually a twitter user, with a relatively small following, though with a few viral posts or “notices”.
by doubledareya April 4, 2022
Get the niche internet microcelebrity mug.One who gains a cult or mainstream following due to viral internet distribution. Does not refer to those who have gained limited or cult followings through traditional media. Does not refer to has-beens or "B-list" celebrities.
Lonelygirl15 was nothing until YouTube made her a microcelebrity. Clint Howard is a D-list celebirty, not a microcelebrity.
by Brandon Li September 14, 2006
Get the microcelebrity mug.Someone who believes that 30,000 followers makes them famous. Often fitness YouTubers or Instagram record producers with 5,000 followers and a verified tag. Often found in the comment sections of @rap, @6ixbuzztv, or @worldstar.
Mike: Hey John! Lucas Hamilton just liked my post!
John: Who?
Mike: Lucas Hamilton! You know, the guy up the street who has 9,000 followers!
John: Wait, the internet microcelebrity dude?
John: Who?
Mike: Lucas Hamilton! You know, the guy up the street who has 9,000 followers!
John: Wait, the internet microcelebrity dude?
by Le dieu du PEI July 31, 2021
Get the internet microcelebrity mug.Niche Internet Microcelebrity Syndrome is a syndrome afflicting internet users, usually on Twitter. Niche Internet Microcelebrity Syndrome refers to the mentality that one gains usually due to one or more of the following: A follower count of >1000, a decent fanbase, and 2-3 loyal dickriders on their social media. This is often an incurable syndrome, and can be combated with frequent bullying & ego checking.
“Bro, this guy told me I had to pay a cancellation fee for this video game commission.”
“He did? Bro must have Niche Internet Microcelebrity Syndrome!”
“He did? Bro must have Niche Internet Microcelebrity Syndrome!”
by slap8008135 January 29, 2024
Get the Niche Internet Microcelebrity Syndrome mug.An Internet personality with a decently small sized following, who are usually dedicated and avid fans. These microcelebrities usually produce content focused on one specific topic (movie/book/game series etc.)
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