Bree Essrig, is an American actress, writer, host, director, and internet personality.
She rose to prominence through her comedy content on YouTube before gaining wider recognition as a host on SourceFed and Pop Trigger.
She has also appeared in productions including Blood Shed, Nuclear Family, and BlackBoxTV, establishing herself as a versatile digital creator and entertainer.
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| Wiki Facts & About Data | |
| Real Name: | Breeana Danielle Essrig |
| Stage Name: | Bree Essrig |
| Born: | April 21, 1990 (age 36 years old) |
| Place of Birth: | Los Angeles, California, United States |
| Nationality: | American |
| Ethnicity: | White |
| Height: | 5 feet 3 inches (160 cm) |
| Parents: | Father: Michael McCabe (stage name); Mother: Unknown |
| Siblings: | One sister (name not publicly disclosed) |
| Occupation: | Actress, Writer, Host, Director, Internet Personality |
| Net Worth: | $2 million |
Early Life and Education
Bree Essrig was born on April 21, 1990, in Los Angeles, California. She was raised in a creative family, and her father was an actor who performed under the stage name Michael McCabe.
She grew up with one sister, whose name has not been publicly disclosed. After high school, she studied film at the Idyllwild Arts Academy and also trained in improvisation and theater, developing the skills that later launched her career in online entertainment.
Career
Bree Essrig began her career by creating comedy sketches on YouTube, quickly attracting a large online following through her humorous videos, satire, and commentary.
She collaborated with major digital platforms including Funny or Die, Break, Machinima, and TotallySketch, establishing herself as one of the early personalities in online entertainment.
Her breakthrough came after becoming a co-host of Pop Trigger on The Young Turks network before joining SourceFed as a writer and host in 2015.
She later hosted Twitter’s live series #WhatsHappening and expanded into acting, writing, directing, and producing.
Her notable screen credits include Blood Shed, Nuclear Family, BlackBoxTV, and Sugar Baby.
Alongside her entertainment work, Essrig is known for advocating against bullying, sexual assault, abuse, and mental health stigma.
Awards and Nominations
- Shorty Awards – Best Comedian – Nominee (2017)
- February Award – Best Dark Comedy Short – Winner (2021)
- Best LGBTQ Short – Winner (2021)
Social Media
- Instagram: @breeessrig
- YouTube: @BREEessrig
- Facebook: Bree Essrig
- X (Twitter): @BreeEssrig
Personal Life
Bree Essrig, 36 years old, is not in a relationship. She has never been married and does not have children.
She publicly came out as bisexual in 2013 and has since been an outspoken advocate for body positivity, mental health awareness, anti-bullying initiatives, and support for survivors of sexual assault.
Outside her professional work, she enjoys comedy writing, filmmaking, and creating digital content. Her height is 5 feet 3 inches (160 cm)
Net Worth
Bree Essrig has an estimated net worth of $2 million USD. Her income is generated through acting, writing, directing, hosting, YouTube content creation, commercial partnerships, social media ventures, and other entertainment projects.
Her long-standing presence in digital media has contributed significantly to her financial success.
Filmography
Films
- Blood Shed (2013)
- Sugar Baby (2024)
Television and Web Series
- Pop Trigger (2012–2015)
- BlackBoxTV (2013–2015)
- SourceFed (2015–2017)
- Nuclear Family (2016)
- #WhatsHappening (2017)
- Headline Newds (2026)