Alia Shelesh

Alia Marie "Lia" Shelesh, born on October 22, 1992, is a prominent English-American YouTuber and actress widely recognized by her online persona SSSniperWolf, as well as Little Lia. She captivates audiences with her diverse content, including reaction videos, commentary, DIY projects, vlogs, and gaming sessions. Lia has also collaborated with popular creator Dhar Mann, further extending her influence.

Born in Liverpool, England, to a Greek father and a Turkish mother, Alia moved to Phoenix, Arizona, at the age of six, accompanied by her two younger brothers and sister. She was fluent in Arabic during her childhood, although her relationship with her father was troubled. Alia graduated from high school ahead of schedule and pursued studies in Pharmacy and Nursing at college, but ultimately left to focus on her burgeoning online career. Before finding success, she briefly worked at Hollister, where she was frustrated by her manager's behavior.

Lia launched her YouTube journey in 2011 with a channel called sexysexysniper, amassing a modest following before rebranding to SSSniperWolf in 2013. The name is inspired by the character Sniper Wolf from her favorite game, Metal Gear Solid. Since 2017, her content has predominantly featured reaction videos and TikTok compilations, propelling her to viral status and frequent appearances on trending lists.

In her collaborations with Dhar Mann, Alia plays a key role as a gaming icon, inspiring characters to overcome challenges and embrace their passion for gaming. Her engaging presence and relatable content have garnered her millions of devoted fans worldwide.