B. Dylan Hollis

Benjamin Dylan Hollis, known online as B. Dylan Hollis, is a Bermudian social media personality, baker, comedian, and jazz musician based in the United States. He achieved widespread fame on TikTok and YouTube for his energetic, humorous video investigations into vintage recipes. Born on September 7, 1995, Hollis transformed his passion for mid-20th-century Americana and classic baking into a massive digital brand, captivating millions of followers with fast-paced commentary, signature catchphrases, and unique taste tests.

Early Life and Education

Hollis was raised in Bermuda and attended Warwick Academy. From childhood, he collected vintage radios, music records, and historical memorabilia. In 2014, he moved to the United States to study jazz piano and arranging at the University of Wyoming in Laramie, graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in Music in 2021. His musical training heavily influenced his rhythmic comedic delivery and animated onscreen persona.

Rise on Social Media

Hollis began posting short comedy videos during the COVID-19 pandemic in April 2020. His viral breakthrough came after baking a vintage 1915 recipe from an old cookbook. Encouraged by the strong response, he turned his focus to recreating forgotten or unusual recipes from the 19th and 20th centuries. Combining historical curiosity with theatrical reactions and catchphrases—like calling eggs "eggies"—he quickly accumulated millions of followers across TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube.

Books and Media Appearances

Expanding into publishing, Hollis released his debut cookbook, Baking Yesteryear: The Best Recipes from the 1900s to the 1980s, in July 2023 through Penguin Random House. It debuted at number one on The New York Times Best Sellers list. He authored a follow-up book, Baking Across America, released in 2025. Hollis has appeared on broadcasts such as Good Morning America and The Kelly Clarkson Show, and earned a spot on the TIME100 Creators list.

Personal Life

Hollis is based in Laramie, Wyoming, where he films his social media content. Outside of online baking, he collects mid-century memorabilia and vintage cars, notably driving a restored 1963 Cadillac Series 62. He remains active as a jazz musician and continues to engage with audiences through live events and literary projects.