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| Submission declined on 17 August 2024 by Jamiebuba (talk). This submission appears to read more like an advertisement than an entry in an encyclopedia. Encyclopedia articles need to be written from a neutral point of view, and should refer to a range of independent, reliable, published sources, not just to materials produced by the creator of the subject being discussed. This is important so that the article can meet Wikipedia's verifiability policy and the notability of the subject can be established. If you still feel that this subject is worthy of inclusion in Wikipedia, please rewrite your submission to comply with these policies.
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| Submission declined on 17 August 2024 by 331dot (talk). This submission's references do not show that the subject qualifies for a Wikipedia article—that is, they do not show significant coverage (not just passing mentions) about the subject in published, reliable, secondary sources that are independent of the subject (see the guidelines on the notability of people). Before any resubmission, additional references meeting these criteria should be added (see technical help and learn about mistakes to avoid when addressing this issue). If no additional references exist, the subject is not suitable for Wikipedia. Declined by 331dot 20 hours ago. | |
Comment: YouTube is not generally an acceptable source, unless it is videos from a legitimate media outlet on their verified channel. Having a lot of viewers is not relevant to notability- they could have 10 million and not be notable, or have 10 and be notable. 331dot (talk) 09:34, 17 August 2024 (UTC)
- @331dot: Thank you for your feedback. I appreciate the guidance on sources and notability. I'd like to provide some additional context:
- 1. Regarding the No Jumper Podcast as a source: While I understand that YouTube is not generally considered a reliable source, Adam22's No Jumper Podcast may warrant special consideration in this context. Whether somebody personally approves of that program or not, it is one of the main sources of entertainment journalism (which is essentially "infotainment" like all mass media today). This program's influence and reach make it a de facto benchmark of relevance.
- 2. Notability: I've added information about the subject being nominated for the Streamy Awards in 2022. The Streamys are a recognized award in the online content creation industry. Does this nomination contribute to establishing notability? Richardmutumbo (talk) 10:23, 17 August 2024 (UTC)
Anthony D. Griffin | |
|---|---|
| Born | Anthony D. Griffin August 29, 1994 |
| Other names | LongBeachGriffy |
| Occupation(s) | YouTuber, comedian |
| Years active | 2016–present |
| Known for | Comedic skits on YouTube |
| Website | www |
Anthony D. Griffin, better known by his online alias LongBeachGriffy, is an American YouTuber and comedian known for his low-angle shot skits that often address controversial and socially relevant topics.
Early life and background
[edit]Griffin was born and raised in North Side Long Beach, California. He attended high school in Long Beach, but did not finish college. He briefly attended film school but found it wasn't suitable for him.[1] Griffin has expressed admiration for Quentin Tarantino's filmmaking and a desire to direct feature-length films.[1]
Career
[edit]YouTube channel
[edit]Griffin started making comedy videos and skits around 2016-2017, as the social media platform Vine was declining in popularity. One of his early viral successes was a video about Pokémon Go, which gained traction after being reposted on Facebook and WorldStarHipHop. He became well-known for making videos about Samoans, which helped him gain a large Polynesian fanbase.[1] His early videos often involved self-deprecating humor about his gap teeth.[1]
Content style
[edit]Griffin's skits are short monopolylogues in which Griffin plays every character, using costumes and a mirror image camera effect to create the illusion of a dialogue. Some notable videos include "When the School Shooter is Your Math Tutor" and "If Jesus Christ Got Cancelled," which highlight his ability to address dark and controversial themes with humor.[2]
Impact and reception
[edit]Griffin has amassed a significant following on YouTube, with millions of subscribers and more than one billion views. Griffin was nominated in the "Writing" category at the 12th Annual Streamy Awards in 2022.[3]
Awards and nominations
[edit]| Year | Ceremony | Category | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Streamy Awards | Writing | Nominated | [3][4] |
References
[edit]- ^ a b c d "The Long Beach Griffy Interview: Getting Canceled, Being a Blerd, Gay Jokes & More". YouTube. No Jumper. 2021-08-31. Retrieved 2024-08-17.
- ^ "LongBeachGriffy YouTube Channel". YouTube. Retrieved 2024-08-17.
- ^ a b "Streamy Awards 12th Annual Nominees". Streamy Awards. Retrieved 2024-08-17.
- ^ Grein, Paul (December 5, 2022). "Mark Rober, MrBeast Win Big at 2022 YouTube Streamy Awards (Full Winners List)". Billboard. Archived from the original on December 6, 2022. Retrieved December 6, 2022.
External links
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Category:American YouTubers
Category:American comedians
Category:People from Long Beach, California
Category:Year of birth uncertain
Category:Living people