Stevie Wynne Levine
American television producer and comedian
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Stevie Wynne Levine (born November 4, 1987) is an American comedian and television producer. She is best known for her work as Chief Creative Officer of Mythical Entertainment and as an executive producer of Mythical's YouTube series Good Mythical Morning.[1] She is also well-known as a recurring off-screen narrator and occasional on-screen personality on the show.
November 4, 1987
Stevie Wynne Levine | |
|---|---|
| Born | Stevie Wynne Levine November 4, 1987 |
| Education | Syracuse University |
| Occupations | Comedian, writer, television producer |
| Years active | 2013–present |
| Employer | Mythical Entertainment |
| Known for | Good Mythical Morning |
| Title | Chief Creative Officer |
Early life and education
Levine was born in Harlingen, Texas. She attended Syracuse University, where she studied television, radio, and film and where she graduated summa cum laude.[2]
Career
Early work and The Mythical Show
Levine joined the founders of Mythical, Rhett McLaughlin and Link Neal in 2013 to help produce The Mythical Show, one of YouTube’s early original programming initiatives. Neal and McLaughlin had already achieved success with their comedy YouTube channel "Rhett & Link", but were looking to expand.[3]
She later became Chief Creative Officer, handling production across the company's shows, YouTube channels, and podcasts.[4] In her time at Mythical, she played a key role in the company's expansion into a wider range of programs, channels, and even a live tour.[5]
Good Mythical Morning
Levine is mostly known for her role as producer and narrator for Mythical's YouTube series Good Mythical Morning, leading the YouTube channels' growth to nearly 20 million subscribers. Under her leadership, the show became a daily comedic variety show and is now one of the longest-running and most popular series on YouTube.[6]
Industry influence
Levine has been credited by Variety as one of the most influential figures behind the rise of creator-led digital media studios and proving the viability of online entertainment as an alternative to traditional television.[7]
Departure from Mythical Entertainment
Personal life
Levine has kept much of her personal life private. She is openly a lesbian.[11]
Controversy
In 2019, Levine faced criticism following a panel appearance in which she deadnamed YouTuber Miles McKenna. She later issued a public apology, stating she was unaware that the language used was inappropriate.[11][12]
Awards and nominations
| Year | Title | Nominated | Award | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Streamy Awards[13] | Good Mythical Morning | Science and Education | Nominated |
| Webby Awards | First Person | Honoree | ||
| Breaking Bad: The Middle School Musical[14] | Comedy Individual Short or Episode – People's Voice | Won | ||
| 2015 | Epic Rap Battle: Nerd vs. Geek[15] | Viral (Branded) – People's Voice | Won | |
| Good Mythical Morning | Variety (Channel) – People's Voice[16] | Won | ||
| First Person – People's Voice[17] | Won | |||
| Non-fiction | Won | |||
| Show of the Year[18] | Nominated | |||
| Best Web Series | Won | |||
| Best Web Personality (Channel)-People's Voice | Won | |||
| Online Film & Video – Variety (Channel) | Honoree | |||
| Streamy Awards[19] | Comedy | Won | ||
| Best Writing | Nominated | |||
| Show of the Year | Nominated | |||
| Reality TV Awards | Digital Reality Series[20] | Nominated | ||
| 2017 | Webby Awards | Web Personality (Channels and Networks)[21] | Nominated | |
| Best Web Personality/Host[22] | Honoree | |||
| 2018 | Shorty Awards | Rhett & Link's Buddy System | Best Web Series | Nominated |
| Webby Awards | Good Mythical Morning | Best Web Personality/Host (Film & Video)[23] | Nominated | |
| Streamy Awards | Show of the Year[24] | Nominated | ||
| Rhett & Link's Buddy System | Comedy Series[24][25] | Nominated | ||
| 2019 | Shorty Awards | Good Mythical Morning | Best Web Series[26][27] | Nominated |
| Webby Awards | Ear Biscuits | Best Host (Podcasts) – People's Voice[28][29] | Won | |
| Good Mythical Morning | Show of the Year | Won |
