TikTok star turned actress and singer discusses her journey to fame and the complexities of being an influencer in her Vogue cover feature.

Addison Rae, the multifaceted TikTok star turned singer and actress, has made her debut on the cover of Vogue France’s March 2025 edition. The issue features an in-depth discussion of her life experiences and her journey through the world of fame.

In the interview, Rae expressed that she felt an affinity for the celebrity lifestyle long before she achieved fame. “In my life, I’ve always felt like a celebrity, long before I was famous,” she stated. She reflected on her passion for performance, attributing her aspirations to her early life where dance played a significant role. “I’ve always loved the idea of being on stage, performing, and I grew up dancing,” the 24-year-old actress noted.

The cover, adorned with the phrase “Vedette Toujours,” translating to “Star Always,” highlights Rae’s burgeoning presence in the entertainment industry. The accompanying photoshoot, captured by renowned photographer Mario Sorrenti, showcases her in a sultry, retro glam style. Rae posed in a fitted white T-shirt and high-waisted polka-dot shorts, while also displaying her flexibility in a handstand on a bed, attired in a ribbed white bodysuit.

The social media influencer’s glamorous aesthetic included vintage-inspired hairstyles, eye-catching blue eyeshadow, and a bold red lip, channeling an ’80s vibe with contemporary nuances. One standout accessory during the shoot was a pair of earrings fashioned from soda can tabs, a nod to her 2024 single, “Diet Pepsi.”

Reflecting on her early life in dance, Rae shared a memorable moment from her childhood that defined her trajectory: “One day, my mother and I walked past a dance studio with a sign that said: Sign up! I begged her, she signed me up, and from the first minute I knew I loved it.”

Despite her success, Rae acknowledged the complex implications of the title “influencer,” mentioning its generally negative connotation. “That word does have a negative connotation, as if it’s less valuable than being an artist. But, in the end, artists influence too,” she elaborated, encouraging a broader interpretation of influence in the arts.

Additionally, she addressed the recent nationwide TikTok ban in the United States that occurred on January 18, 2025, after the parent company ByteDance declined to sell the application to an American firm. “It was Donald Trump who created the problem in the first place,” Rae remarked, recalling her initial worries when the possibility of a ban was first broached in 2020. She expressed relief that the platform managed to remain operational.

Rae also took the opportunity to express gratitude toward her favorite fashion designers, including Alexander McQueen, Daniel Roseberry, and Norma Kamali, while describing her admiration for Marc Jacobs. In the hours following the release of her Vogue cover, she shared her excitement on Instagram, describing the experience as a “dream come true” and expressing appreciation for Sorrenti’s thoughtful approach during the photoshoot.

Overall, Rae’s feature encapsulates her multifaceted career and the journey she has taken in the entertainment industry, from competitive dance to becoming a prominent figure in music and film.

Source: Noah Wire Services