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10 IG Accounts to Follow in 2021

Undoubtedly, people use social media for different reasons, ranging from connecting with old friends or even interacting with strangers, influencers, and celebrities whose posts border on inspiring. As the sixth most popular social media platform, Instagram is the first point of call for many social media users looking to laugh, have fun, and engage with posts. It is, however,  challenging to settle on which accounts to follow, especially for users who like to curate their Instagram feeds to only show specific contents and topics. In this post, we have compiled the top ten most interesting Instagram pages to follow in 2021 for your daily dose of inspiration, entertainment, and even education.

  1. Drake

Drake (born Aubrey Drake Graham on October 24, 1986) is a Canadian rapper, singer, songwriter, actor, and entrepreneur who first gained recognition when he starred in Degrassi’s television series, The Next Generation, between 2001 to 2007. Having always wanted to be a musician, he released his debut mixtape, Room for Improvement, in 2006. His newfound fame playing a significant role in a television series pushed him to pursue music full-time. Following the release of the mixtapes Comeback Season in 2007 and So Far Gone in 2009, Drake was signed by Young Money Entertainment. He released his debut studio album Thank Me Later in 2010, which debuted at number one on the US Billboard 200. Today, Drake has risen to become one of the best-selling artists of all time, with over 170 million records sold so far. He has won four Grammy Awards, six American Music Awards, two Brits Awards, and a record 29 Billboard Music Awards to cement his name as one of the greatest artists of the 21st century.

Instagram: @champagnepapi 

      2. Miguel Gonzalez

As an experienced Real Estate Professional, Miguel Gonzalez is determined to help his clients with all of their Real Estate needs. Whether buying or selling, Miguel opens his company to make the transaction as stress-free as possible for all sorts of clients.

Website: www.buyandsellwithmiguel.com 

      3. Elise Sterck

Another influencer to make the list is Elise Sterck, a travel and lifestyle photographer from Jackson, Wyoming. Known popularly by her Instagram handle Round The World Girl, Elise is best known for her ability to capture breathtaking moments in nature. Elise uses her backcountry skills to travel to remote, untouched locations worldwide that many can only imagine. With the resulting images establishing a unique connection between humans and wildlife, Elise Sterck is a leading lifestyle influencer on Instagram. Her almost 300k followers are a testament to how good and influential she is in her chosen niche.

Elise also has a self-titled website that includes a portfolio of her remarkable (and sometimes scary) images and adventurous trips worldwide.

Instagram: @RoundTheWorldGirl

      4. Olivia Rink

Olivia Rink is an American blogger who currently lives in Chicago and is known for her blog. She shares personal stories, experiences, and seasonal style and fashion recommendations. 27-year-old Olivia stands at a mere 4 feet 11 inches, making it difficult for her to find appropriately fitting outfits throughout her teenage years, leading her to turn her most significant challenge into her driving force. 

Olivia is, without a doubt, a prominent fashion influencer for petite women, and even though she maintains a heavy presence on YouTube, her Instagram page with 252k followers remains her most impressive social media following. Daily, she posts reviews and recommendations of the most petite-friendly fashion brands and companies around the world.

Instagram: @OliviaRink

      5. Kevon Fredericks

Kevon Fredricks, popularly known on Instagram as Kevonstage, is a famous content creator and collaborator who is best known to play a critical role in the entertainment company “The Playmakers,” where he works alongside his brother and best friend to bring an entertaining comedy series to his audience and fans. 

In addition to his comedy, KevOnStage is a writer of many years for several shows, including Awesomeness TV and Major Deal. He is easily regarded as one of the top Instagram pages worthy of following in 2021, and his 1.3 million followers on Instagram are proof of what he has been able to achieve with his content. His YouTube channel is similarly popular to his Instagram account, with 537,000 subscribers tuning in each week.

Instagram: @KevOnStage 

      6. Luca Whitaker

Luca Whitaker is a fashion influencer and is best known for her YouTube channel, where she posts fashion and lifestyle videos. Popular on YouTube and having amassed over 200k followers on Instagram, her page is easily a worthy Instagram page to follow in 2021. 

Luca’s social media activity revolves around two YouTube channels: a more laidback vlog, “Luca’s Life,” which revolves around her personal life and travel with 276k subscribers, and her main page where she posts her fashion haul videos and beauty tips with over 270k subscribers.

Instagram: @ItsLucaWhitaker 

      7. Cohl

Cohl is a seven-time cheerleading champion who ventured into a career as a social media influencer, particularly on Instagram, in the summer of 2016, after posting a short tumbling video. 

Cohl’s Instagram activity and videos revolve around gymnastics and his remarkable make-up skills. Often described as incredibly talented and gracious, Cohl’s affinity for cheerleading is particularly notable because of his gender, which continues to draw more people to his pages daily. His 308k followers on Instagram places him well in the list of the top  Instagram pages to follow in 2021 and his 60,000 subscribers on YouTube place him well in the ranks of the best social media influencers of the year 2021. 

Instagram: @CohlsWorld

      8. Sammy Robinson

Sammy Robinson is an Australian makeup guru and a well-respected Instagram influencer whose consistency and expertise over the years have helped her amass over 600k followers and over 700k subscribers on YouTube, where she is even more popular. So far, her “Gigi Hadid VMA’s Makeup Look” tutorial has been the most well-received, with nearly one million views.

As one of the few non-celebrities with a verified profile, Sammy Robinson is definitely one of the top Instagram accounts to follow in 2021.

Instagram: @SammyRobinson 

      9. Carrington Durham

American star Carrington Durham is best known for her appearance on the 2012 talk show, Teens Wanna Know. Since then, she has remained committed to her acting career by following up with an appearance in 90210 as Sara. She also played a notable role in the short film “10 Seconds.” In addition, Durham is currently playing the lead role in CBS’s mini-series “Angels from Hell.”

Durham leads a different life on social media away from acting and filmmaking, particularly her Instagram page centered around photogenic selfies in picturesque locations. Her 400,000 subscribers on YouTube get to tune into makeup, fashion, and comedy videos.

Instagram: @CarringtonDurham 

      10. Humans of NY

Humans of NY is curated by Brandon Stanton, who photographs random people in New York and tells their stories in the photo caption. The page allows followers to get an inside look at who the everyday people on the streets are. When Humans of NY first launched, it was considered a first-of-its-kind Instagram page to follow. This is because it helps humanize people and showcase the daily lives and struggles of people you see on the streets every day.

Instagram: @HumansofNY

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