LaurDIY, whose real name is Lauren Riihimaki, is a well-known Do-It-Yourself specialist on YouTube. With over 8 million subscribers, she is a popular fashion vlogger who posts advice videos on her channel. In addition to her YouTube channel, LaurDIY also runs a blog under the same name.
Born on November 11, 1993 in St. Catharines, Canada, LaurDIY began her YouTube career in the spring of 2012 while she was still in college. She quickly gained a following for her creative DIY projects and fashion tips, eventually becoming one of the most popular YouTubers in the DIY niche.
In September 2017, LaurDIY released the catchy song "DIY QUEEN," which further solidified her status as a DIY icon. She also appeared on the inaugural season of YouTube's The Reality House in 2019, showcasing her fun and outgoing personality to a broader audience.
Despite her growing fame, LaurDIY has remained grounded and close to her roots. She is of Japanese, Finnish, and Ukranian descent and hails from Toronto, Canada. Throughout her career, she has been open about her relationships, including her past romance with fellow YouTuber Alex Burriss, known as Alex Wassabi.
In 2019, LaurDIY started dating Jeremy Lewis, and the couple announced their engagement in December 2022. They tied the knot in a beautiful ceremony in April 2024, marking a new chapter in LaurDIY's personal life.
Aside from YouTube, LaurDIY has ventured into other projects, such as hosting the podcast Wild 'Til 9 with Jeremy Lewis. She has also dabbled in acting, making her film debut in Tyler Perry's Boo 2! A Madea Halloween in 2017.
LaurDIY's influence extends beyond the digital realm, as she has been featured in Seventeen magazine and collaborated with various influencers, including Ben Brown on the "ULTIMATE CANADA VS BRITAIN CHALLENGE" video.
With her creativity, charm, and bubbly personality, LaurDIY continues to inspire her millions of fans worldwide with her DIY expertise and positive outlook on life.
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