Comedian Kevin Fredericks, known online as KevOnStage, has been named to TIME's 100 list of the most influential digital voices for 2026. Fredericks has cultivated a significant online following, amassing 10 million followers across multiple social media platforms where he posts three to five videos daily.
His work spans various topics, including commentary on religion, family life, and pop culture. In the past year, Fredericks released a New York Times best-selling memoir, "Successful Failure: Lessons Learned Flat on My Face." He also joined Tubi’s inaugural creators program, developed the improv series "The Hospital" for BET, and partnered with Fuse Media to create original programming for the Fuse+ platform.
Fredericks also launched a weekly podcast in 2025 with iHeartRadio and Unanimous Media, featuring discussions with fellow entertainers about their early career challenges. His recent engagements include hosting the NAACP Image Awards Creative Honors ceremony in February and the inaugural Familee Day Festival hosted by creator Keith Lee in New Orleans in May.