CELEBRATING THE LEGENDS WHO SHAPED DIGITAL CULTURE
In 2025, VidCon launched something truly special — the VidCon Hall of Fame. For the first time ever, VidCon honored the creators who paved the way for digital storytelling, fandom, and the creator economy as we know it. These are the originators, the icons, the faces that defined a generation of online content.
The inaugural VidCon Hall of Fame class of 2025:
- Rhett & Link
- Ian Hecox & Anthony Padilla (Smosh)
- Hank Green (VidCon Co-founder)
- Grace Helbig
- Joey Graceffa
- Tyler Oakley
- Rosanna Pansino
From comedy and commentary to lifestyle and vlogging, these creators inspired millions — and left an indelible mark on VidCon and the platform generation.
The inaugural Hall of Fame ceremony kicked off VidCon Anaheim 2025 during our Opening Night Celebration on Thursday, June 19. Fans joined in to relive iconic moments, celebrate 20 years of YouTube, and honor the creators who helped define internet culture.
Each honoree received a customized VidCon Hall of Fame jersey, baseball cap, and commemorative award — presented onstage in front of thousands of cheering fans.
In Their Words
“Years ago, we sang a song at VidCon about every content creator’s worst existential fear: the inevitable fade into irrelevance. Somehow, against all odds and the Internet’s better judgment, we have managed to continue living our dream for two decades.”
