Trending 5th September 2025 by Jade Hayden
The Skim: What Does It Take To Be A Popstar In 2025?
Being big on TikTok, apparently
This week on The Skim, we’re breaking down the ultimate influencer-to-popstar glow-up with Addison Rae’s rise from TikTok sensation to music’s next big thing.
We also chat about the biggest entertainment news of the last few weeks: Taylor Swift’s engagement buzz.
The ring, the location, the fact that she could be getting married in Ireland but definitely isn’t…
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