History of Jake Shane in Timeline

Jake Shane, or Jacob Shane Roshkow, is an American comedian and social media influencer. He gained prominence in 2023 with his comedic TikTok videos re-enacting historical events. His success led to a Streamy Award nomination, a spot on TikTok's LGBTQ+ Pride Visionary Voices List, and recognition on the Forbes 30 Under 30 list, all in the same year.

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2021: Started social media career as Instagram food critic

In 2021, Jake Shane started his social media career as an Instagram food critic of octopus, using the handle @passthatpuss. He also created a TikTok account also for octopus reviews, where @passthatpuss was taken so he created the username "@octopusslover8" because they have 8 tentacles

2022: Graduation from USC

In 2022, Jake Shane graduated from the University of Southern California with a Bachelor of Arts degree in public relations.

February 2023: TikTok Viral Fame

In February 2023, Jake Shane became known for his TikTok videos, in which he humorously reenacted historical events. His reenactment of the Clinton-Lewinsky scandal gained him 100,000 followers within one week.

March 2023: Signing with WME

In March 2023, Jake Shane signed with WME (William Morris Endeavor). By that time, his TikTok account had gained over one and a half million followers.

May 2023: Inclusion on TikTok's LGBTQ+ Pride Visionary Voices List

In May 2023, Jake Shane was included on TikTok's inaugural LGBTQ+ Pride Visionary Voices List.

September 2023: Signing with United Talent Agency

In September 2023, Jake Shane signed with United Talent Agency for representation in all areas.

December 2023: TikTok Following Milestone

By December 2023, Jake Shane had more than two and a half million followers on TikTok.

2023: Acclaimed as Breakout TikToker

In 2023, Jake Shane was recognised for his impact on TikTok with Geoff Weiss of Business Insider noting that "no TikToker [had] reached mass consciousness" like Shane since Alix Earle. Julia MacCary of Variety stated, "Perhaps no one better embodies the app's ability to quickly catapult someone into stardom than Jake Shane."

2023: TikTok Viral Success, Streamy Nomination, and Forbes 30 Under 30

In 2023, Jake Shane's TikTok videos featuring humorous reenactments of historical events went viral, leading to significant recognition. He was nominated for a Streamy Award and appeared on TikTok's inaugural LGBTQ+ Pride Visionary Voices List and on the Forbes 30 Under 30 list in 2023.

January 2024: Therapuss with Jake Shane Podcast Launch

In January 2024, Jake Shane's podcast, Therapuss with Jake Shane, launched. In the podcast, Shane responds to listener questions in the style of a therapy session alongside a different co-host each episode.

November 22, 2024: Release of Debut Album Puss & Poems

On November 22, 2024, Jake Shane released his debut album Puss & Poems.

2024: Featured on Forbes 30 Under 30 list

In 2024, Jake Shane was featured on the Forbes 30 Under 30 list.

2025: Cast in Hacks Season Four

In 2025, Jake Shane was cast in season four of the comedy series Hacks, which co-stars Jean Smart and Hannah Einbinder.

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February 17, 2026: Broadway Debut in All Out: Comedy About Ambition

On February 17, 2026, Jake Shane will join the cast of All Out: Comedy About Ambition at the Nederlander Theatre in New York City, marking his Broadway debut. He will star alongside Ray Romano, Nicholas Braun, and Jenny Slate.