Meet Imane Anys, the creator behind the massively popular online personality, Pokimane.
She’s one of the biggest streamers online, sharing gaming content and vlogs with her fans. You can find her as pokimane on Twitch, Pokimane on YouTube, pokimanelol on Instagram, and poki on TikTok.
In this blog, we’ll explore who she really is—from her background and rise to fame to what makes her stand out as a digital creator.
How old is Pokimane?
As of 2025, Pokimane is 29 years old. Born on May 14, 1996, she's a Taurus and shares her special day with other big names like George Lucas and Miranda Cosgrove.
Where is Pokimane from?
Pokimane was born in Morocco, giving her Moroccan and Canadian roots.
When she was four, her family moved to Quebec, Canada, and she grew up in Ontario.
Pokimane's family and personal life
Pokimane comes from a family of academics, and she keeps her family life pretty private. She currently lives in Los Angeles and is a co-founder of the creator group OfflineTV.
When it comes to her dating life, Poki prefers to keep things on the down-low and is single. She's a big believer in keeping her public and private lives separate.
Pokimane's journey as a creator
Pokimane’s success is a mix of serious gaming talent, a witty personality, and a natural ability to connect with her audience.
- Her journey started with a love for “League of Legends.” After hitting Platinum rank, she bought a PC and began streaming on Twitch in 2013.
- She grew her fanbase by playing popular games like “Fortnite” and expanding to YouTube, where she built a massive community.
- Today, she’s a co-founder of OfflineTV, has launched her own talent agency and snack company, and even hosts a podcast.
- Her famous name is a fun mashup of her real name, Imane, and her love for Pokémon.
What kinds of followers does Pokimane have?
Pokimane's audience is mostly made up of teens and young adults who are super into gaming and internet culture. While lots of guys tune in, she also has a huge following of female fans, which is awesome to see in the gaming world.
Her followers are all about online entertainment, from watching her play games like “League of Legends” to keeping up with her vlogs and collabs. They're super active on platforms like Twitch and TikTok, always ready to catch a stream or see her latest video.
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