Jake Shane turned his unique blend of humor and love for octopus into a social media sensation. At 23 years old, this comedian and content creator, known online as octopusslover8, has captivated an audience of 2.8 million followers on TikTok alone, sharing everything from quirky food reviews to impressions that span the annals of history.

Shane’s love for entertainment and pop culture brought him from New York City to California in 2018, when he started communication studies at the University of Southern California. Jake, a known foodie, began posting on social media in 2021. “Octopusslover8” started as an inside joke among friends and family. Jake’s Instagram and,...