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Influencers In The Wild: 30 Ridiculous Pics From This IG Account
FunnyJAN 30, 2020

Influencers In The Wild: 30 Ridiculous Pics From This IG Account

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If you’ve ever wondered how social media influencers and others dedicated to their social media feeds get those stunning pictures, Influencers in The Wild can give you an idea. The verified Instagram account features submissions from people who spot friends or professional photographers going out of their way to capture “impromptu” photo shoots for the ‘gram.
As this Instagram account exposes people who are willing to do everything for a photo, they are captured in their natural habitat, sharing the crazy behind-the-scenes moments with the rest of us. The result is a feed full of fun and hilarious moments of influencing in its raw form. From the perspective of everyday life, some of the published pictures are quite embarrassing. 
Influencers in the Wild is run by @tank.sinatra, a successful meme creator and author of the book Happy Is the New Rich. Tank Sinatra, whose real name is George Resch, spoke with BuzzFeed News about starting Influencers in the Wild. The new account was kicked off in 2020 and has almost 5 million followers today! It seems like its growth won't stop anytime soon. Check out our curated 30 pictures to get the impression of the real life of influencers!

#1 I’ll Ask You Again, Are You Willing To Die For Your Content?

I’ll Ask You Again, Are You Willing To Die For Your Content?
184points

The Rise Of Instagram Influencers

These humorous photographs demonstrate the increasing number of individuals who aspire to become Instagram influencers. With the industry thriving, brands are expected to further enhance their social media presence. In total, US influencer marketing spending will pass $2 billion on Instagram in 2024, per Business Insider Intelligence estimates based on eMarketer Ecommerce Analysis.

#2 Psa: Don’t Make Your Kids Do This. It’s Weird

Psa: Don’t Make Your Kids Do This. It’s Weird
168points

How Influencers Are Changing The Game?

But even though partnering with big online names is already a familiar idea for upping the brand image, the market is constantly changing. So, everyone must continually evolve their strategies. Yes, influencers are filling nearly every imaginable niche and sub-niche.

However, pouring money into each of them offers distinct benefits and trade-offs for brands. This prompts users to go above and beyond to better their online appearance and attract deals... And sometimes, like Influencers In The Wild has shown, way, way beyond.

#3 Ma’am Do You Mind We’re Trying To Eat And Not Fight For The Entire Remainder Of The Vacation Thanks

Ma’am Do You Mind We’re Trying To Eat And Not Fight For The Entire Remainder Of The Vacation Thanks
141points

#4 People. Don’t Do This. Please Be Careful Out There

People. Don’t Do This. Please Be Careful Out There
137points

#5 Get You A Friend Like This

Get You A Friend Like This
124points

#6 One Wolf Approaches One Human 40,000 Years Ago In Hopes Of Some Food And Companionship, And Here Is Where We Wound Up

One Wolf Approaches One Human 40,000 Years Ago In Hopes Of Some Food And Companionship, And Here Is Where We Wound Up
122points

#7 Nailed It

Nailed It
121points

#8 Why Else Would You Have Kids?

Why Else Would You Have Kids?
115points

#9 When A Wall Is More Popular Than Their Insta Accounts

When A Wall Is More Popular Than Their Insta Accounts
111points

#10 *pilot Over The Loud Speaker* “Sorry Folks We’re Gonna Be A Little Delayed For Take Off. We Have An Aspiring Influencer Who Is Willing To Die For Content In One Of The Jet Engines.”

*pilot Over The Loud Speaker* “Sorry Folks We’re Gonna Be A Little Delayed For Take Off. We Have An Aspiring Influencer Who Is Willing To Die For Content In One Of The Jet Engines.”
99points

#11 Day At The Beach

Day At The Beach
This picture and the post was submitted by @ddianass: “Okay, babe, so here’s the plan. I’m gonna lay in the water, just lay. Stomach down. It’s not deep, so I won’t drown, but even more importantly, my butt cheeks will be jjjuuuusssttt protruding from the water. Here’s why I’m telling you this. For no reason at all, I want you to just incessantly throw sand at my butt cheeks and take pics the entire time. Actually, maybe do a video so I can grab the perfect screenshot. I don’t care if it takes all day. The point is, I need a picture of me, just me, with sand bouncing off of my butt cheeks. It’s for work. Okay, let’s do it.”
96points

#12 At That Point, Why Not Just Stand Up

At That Point, Why Not Just Stand Up
89points

#13 *ralph Wiggum Voice* I’m Influencing

*ralph Wiggum Voice* I’m Influencing
86points

#14 Commuting To Work In New York Is Hard Enough

Commuting To Work In New York Is Hard Enough
85points

#15 It Hurts My Deeply That I’ll Never Be This Cool

It Hurts My Deeply That I’ll Never Be This Cool
81points

#16 No Better Way To Start The Day Than Pee Steam In Your Face

No Better Way To Start The Day Than Pee Steam In Your Face
77points

What Are Some Good Influencers?

As influencers in real life can act enormously stupid, some factors that make someone a good influencer are authenticity, content creation expertise, trustworthiness, communication skills, and passion. As various social media influencers are in different categories, the “goodness” actually depends on your interests and preferences. 

If you are interested in food, you might want to follow famous chef @jamieoliver or @the_pastaqueen. Top travel influencers are @theblondeabroad or @fatgirlstraveling. If you are interested in fashion, the real influencers here are @chiaraferragni in women’s and Johnny Cirillo, aka @watchingnewyork in men’s fashion.

#17 *waze Voice* Influencer Traffic Up Ahead

*waze Voice* Influencer Traffic Up Ahead
75points

#18 Dad, I Need A Favor

Dad, I Need A Favor
75points

#19 There Was A Tidal Wave Of New Followers After She Posted This Pic

There Was A Tidal Wave Of New Followers After She Posted This Pic
70points

#20 That’s A Good Friend

That’s A Good Friend
68points
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