King Bach
He became the king of Vine, turning six-second loops into a comedy empire and a springboard for Hollywood roles.
Born 1988 (age 38)·Canadian-American internet personality and actor·Birthday: June 26·Millennials
Biography
Andrew Bachelor, an army kid born in Canada and raised in Florida, found his stage on the internet. On the now-defunct app Vine, he mastered the art of the six-second sketch, building the platform's largest following with his expressive face and sharp comedic timing. His character 'Bach' was a lovable, often hapless everyman in absurd situations. This digital fame translated directly to mainstream opportunities. He landed roles in major films like 'The Babysitter' and 'When We First Met', and television series including 'The Mindy Project' and 'Black Jesus', often bringing the same heightened, physical comedy that made him an online sensation. King Bach's career is a definitive blueprint for how viral internet success can be parlayed into a sustained career in traditional entertainment.
Millennials
1981–1996
The first digital natives. Grew up with the internet, came of age during 9/11 and the 2008 crash. Highly educated, deeply indebted, slower to marry and buy houses. Redefined work, identity, and what it means to be an adult.
King was born in 1988, placing them squarely in the Millennials. The events that shaped this generation — the internet revolution, 9/11, and the 2008 financial crisis — shaped the world they entered and the choices available to them.
#1 When King Was Born
The biggest hits of 1988
#1 Movie
Rain Man
Best Picture
Rain Man
#1 TV Show
The Cosby Show
King's Life & Times
The world at every milestone
1988Born
Pan Am Flight 103 bombed over Lockerbie
Gas: $0.90/galHome: $74,800Min wage: $3.35/hrPresident: Ronald Reagan"Faith" — George MichaelBest Picture: Rain Man
1993Started school
European Union officially established
Gas: $1.11/galHome: $86,600Min wage: $4.25/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"I Will Always Love You" — Whitney HoustonBest Picture: Schindler's List
2001Became a teenager
September 11 attacks transform the world
Gas: $1.46/galHome: $126,400Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Hanging by a Moment" — LifehouseBest Picture: A Beautiful Mind
2004Could drive
Indian Ocean tsunami kills over 230,000
Gas: $1.88/galHome: $157,300Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Yeah!" — UsherBest Picture: Million Dollar Baby
2006Could vote
Twitter launches; Pluto reclassified as dwarf planet
Gas: $2.59/galHome: $174,700Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Bad Day" — Daniel PowterBest Picture: The Departed
2009Turned 21
Michael Jackson dies; Bitcoin created
Gas: $2.35/galHome: $148,500Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Boom Boom Pow" — The Black Eyed PeasBest Picture: The Hurt Locker
2018Turned 30
Royal wedding of Harry and Meghan; Parkland shooting
Gas: $2.72/galHome: $211,800Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Donald Trump"God's Plan" — DrakeBest Picture: Green Book
2026Age 38 today
Gas: $3.91/galPresident: Donald Trump
Key Achievements
- Became the most-followed creator on Vine, amassing over 16 million followers before the platform shut down.
- Starred as the lead in the Netflix horror-comedy film 'The Babysitter' and its sequel.
- Produced and starred in the Facebook Watch original series 'Bach's Book of World Records'.
- Won a Streamy Award for Best Actor in 2016 for his work in digital series.
Did You Know?
He played college football at Florida State University as a walk-on defensive back.
Before Vine, he gained attention on YouTube with prank call videos and sketches.
He is a dual citizen of Canada and the United States.
“Comedy is about the set-up and the punchline landing in six seconds.”
