If you've fallen into the trap of endless doom scrolling on TikTok, you've probably come across Nara Smith, a U.S.-based TikToker known for preparing meals from scratch. At 22, this mom of three has become a frequent topic of discussion online, particularly for her apparent personal brand as a "traditional wife" at a young age.
Ahead, we list down 10 facts to help you get to know more about the content creator. Read on.
Who Is Nara Smith? 10 Things To Know About the Viral TikTok Influencer
1. Nara was born on September 27, 2001.
Nara Aziza Smith was born in Bloemfontein, South Africa on September 27, 2001. As of writing, that makes her 22 years old at the moment. Her zodiac sun sign is Libra.
2. Nara is married to Lucky Blue Smith.
After dating for six months, Nara tied the knot with American model Lucky Blue Smith on February 2020. At the time, Nara was 19 while Lucky was 21.
In case you're wondering where you heard the name "Lucky Blue Smith" before, you probably encountered him on your Tumblr feed in the 2010s, or through his Penshoppe ads in 2016. Now 26 years old, Lucky has been modeling since he was 10 years old.
3. Nara has three kids.
Nara gave birth to her first child, Rumble Honey Smith, in October 2020. Sixteen months later, in January 2022, she gave birth to her son, Slim Easy Smith. Most recently, Nara and Lucky welcomed another baby daughter named Whimsy Lou Smith on April 11, 2024. She also co-parents Gravity Blue Smith, Lucky's daughter from his previous relationship with model Stormi Henley.
4. Nara is part German and South African.
Although she is currently based in the United States, her father is a German national while her mother is South African. Shortly after she was born, her family left South Africa and moved to Frankfurt, Germany when she was just three months old. Having spent her formative years there, Nara speaks fluent German and English, as evidenced by her TikTok videos.
5. Nara is the eldest of two siblings.
Nara has two younger siblings, a sister and a brother. She also has an older step-sibling from her mother's side, however, Nara shared in a TikTok video that they didn't grow up together.
6. Nara started modeling at 14 years old.
At the age of 14, Nara was scouted by IMG Models, an international agency that handles the likes of Gigi and Bella Hadid, Hailey Bieber, and Miranda Kerr. While Nara is committed to being a full-time mom, she still pursues modeling and content creation on the side. For instance, Nara starred in American luxury eyewear brand Oliver Peoples' Spring 2022 campaign, alongside her husband Lucky and eldest daughter, Rumble Honey.
7. Nara rose to TikTok fame in 2023.
Towards the fourth quarter of 2023, Nara's TikTok videos began gaining traction. With 7.8 million followers as of June 2024, the 22-year-old rose to popularity over her made-from-scratch cooking videos, coupled with her distinctly soft-spoken voiceovers.
Additionally, the internet's fashion folk have come to know her for sporting designer clothes while cooking in her home kitchen. From silk pajamas to evening gowns, Nara has been donning pieces from luxury fashion houses like Rodarte, Bottega Veneta, and Saint Laurent.
8. Nara doesn’t actually make every meal from scratch.
While she's gained a reputation for seemingly making everything from scratch, Nara actually goes for take-out meals from time to time. In fact, in a TikTok mini-vlog posted on October 2023, Nara got candid about having some Vietnamese pho delivered while she was feeling unwell.
9. Nara loves having a structured routine.
In one of her "get ready with me" videos, Nara revealed that she loves having a structured routine. "Things not being predictable gives me severe anxiety," she explained.
10. Nara has been diagnosed with eczema and lupus.
Apart from her popular homemade cooking videos, Nara frequently gets real about her lifelong battle with eczema and lupus through her "morning routine" mini vlogs. For instance, Nara has also shared her skincare regimen for managing her occasional flare-ups, using gentle and soothing products to soothe her skin. Some netizens also believe that this could be the reason why she frequently makes meals from scratch, to ensure a diet that will avoid potential triggers from processed ingredients.
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