Pokimane

Pokimane, whose real name is Imane Anys, is a Moroccan-Canadian streamer, content creator and entrepreneur widely regarded as one of the most successful women in live streaming. Born on 14 May 1996 in Morocco and raised in Canada, she rose to prominence on Twitch in the mid-2010s and became one of the platform’s most-followed creators.

Streaming career

Anys built her audience streaming gaming and just-chatting content, becoming known for her approachable personality and her role in mainstreaming Twitch to a broad audience. For years she ranked among the most-followed female streamers on the platform and was a frequent subject of coverage on the growth of the creator economy.

Ventures & business

Beyond streaming, Anys co-founded the influential creator group OfflineTV, launched her own ventures and brand collaborations, and has invested in and advised creator-focused companies. She has spoken publicly about creator wellbeing, online harassment and the business of streaming.

Public profile

With a following in the millions across Twitch, YouTube and social platforms, Pokimane remains one of the defining personalities of the streaming era, balancing content creation with entrepreneurship.