Connor Joel Franta, born on September 12, 1992, in Wisconsin, is an American YouTuber, author, artist, and businessman. He is known for his self titled YouTube channel, which boasts over 5 million subscribers. Franta was formerly a member of the YouTube group Our Second Life and is now an independent member of the Big Frame network.
In 2010, he started his YouTube channel, "ConnorFranta," and began creating and uploading videos. In 2012, he joined the YouTube supergroup Our Second Life, which significantly contributed to his rise to fame. Franta's YouTube channel features a wide range of content, including personal vlogs, travel videos, and creative projects. Apart from YouTube, Franta is active on Instagram, where he has a large following of 4 million users. In addition to social media presence, he has authored several books, including "A Work in Progress" (2015), "Note to Self" (2017), and "House Fires" (2021).
Name | Connor Joel Franta |
Profile Name | Connor Franta |
DOB (Age) | September 12, 1992 (age 31) |
DOJ (YouTube) | Apr 25, 2010 |
Total Videos | 408+ |
Schedule/Status | Inactive |
Net Worth | $5 million approx |
Nationality | American |
Residence | West Hollywood, California, United States of America |
Franta's YouTube channel, ConnorFranta, was launched in August 2010. His early content included vlogs, challenges, and lifestyle videos, which resonated with his rapidly growing audience. Franta's creativity, authenticity, and relatability appealed to viewers, establishing a strong connection with his subscribers.
Over time, his content diversified to include topics such as mental health, personal growth, and social issues, allowing his channel to evolve and stay relevant. Franta's rise to fame can be attributed to his involvement in the collaboration channel "Our2ndLife" (O2L), which he joined in 2012. Alongside other popular YouTubers, Franta gained widespread recognition and expanded his fanbase.
In 2014, he announced his departure from O2L due to personal reasons, leading him to pursue an independent career. Franta's debut book, "A Work in Progress," was released in April 2015. The memoir delves into his personal experiences and journey, resonating with millions of readers. It spent 16 weeks on The New York Times Best Seller list and sold over 200,000 copies. Franta continued his writing journey with "Note to Self" in 2017 and his third memoir, "House Fires," in 2021. He founded the record label Heard Well in partnership with his manager, Andrew Graham. The label aims to promote undiscovered artists and is curated by digital influencers. Franta has also launched his own coffee line, Common Culture Coffee, as well as a clothing line in collaboration with Junk Food Clothing.
As of October 2023, Connor’s net worth is estimated to be around $5 million, according to multiple sources. His primary sources of income include revenue from his YouTube channel, book sales, merchandise, and various entrepreneurial ventures. Franta has demonstrated a keen eye for business, leveraging his platform to launch successful business endeavors, such as his clothing line and coffee brand. Additionally, his music curation and label have contributed to his overall financial success.
Born on September 12, 1992, in Wisconsin, Connor Joel Franta was the third of four children of Peter and Cheryl Franta. He was raised in La Crescent, Minnesota, in a Roman Catholic upbringing. Franta attended St. Peter's Catholic School and later graduated from La Crescent High School in 2011. He pursued a business degree at the Roman Catholic College of Saint Benedict and Saint John's University but ultimately dropped out in 2013 to pursue his YouTube career in Los Angeles. He has three siblings named Brandon, Nicola, and Dustin.
In December 2014, Franta publicly came out as gay in a YouTube video titled "Coming Out." He shared his personal journey and offered support to those struggling with their own sexuality. Franta resides in West Hollywood, California, and continues to use his platform to advocate for LGBTQ+ rights and awareness.
Connor has a huge presence across social media platforms like Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. He has over 4.1 million followers on Instagram, over 8.4 million followers on Twitter, and over 1.5 million fans on his Facebook page. He uses his presence on these platforms to upload personal content and give updates to his audience. He also uses these platforms to promote his channel and his businesses. He also uses his presence to interact and engage with his audience while promoting sponsors and their products.
Connor started his YouTube career by sharing vlogs and documenting his daily life, travels, and experiences. Connor has participated in various challenges, both alone and with other creators. These videos often involve entertaining activities, games, or experiments. Connor has expanded his content to include videos focused on personal growth, mental health, and self-improvement. He shares his experiences, offers advice, and discusses topics like relationships, self-care, and finding happiness. He occasionally shares storytelling videos and poetry readings, showcasing his talent for writing.
With over 13 million views, this is the most popular video on the Connor Franta channel. In this video, Connor compares daily activities and sayings between the British and the Americans.
With over 12 million views, this is the second most popular video on the channel. This is Connor’s coming-out video.
This is the third most popular video on the channel with over 10 million views. This is a video in which Connor lists 10 signs that a guy doesn’t like you.
With over 6.7 million views, this is the fourth most popular video on the channel. In this video, Connor googles himself.
This is the fifth most popular video on his channel with over 5.9 million views. This is a Guess the Body Part challenge video.
Connor was nominated for a Teen Choice Award in the "Web Star: Male" category in 2014.
Franta regularly visits YouTube conventions such as Playlist Live and VidCon.
Franta received the Governor's Award in 2015.