40 Times Influencers Went Too Far For “The Perfect Shot” And Got Called Out
Social media has created a new kind of star: the influencer. These people have built large followings online by sharing their lives, opinions, and promotions. But becoming an influencer isn’t as easy as it might look.
It takes hard work, hours of planning, and, often, doing whatever it takes to get the perfect photo or video. While some people are happy to scroll through their feeds, others dedicate themselves to capturing every moment in a way that will get them noticed.
One Instagram page, Influencers in the Wild, shows how far influencers will go for the perfect shot. With almost 5 million followers, this page shares photos of influencers caught doing crazy things to get that perfect photo or video.
Whether posing in unusual places or setting up dramatic scenes, these influencers will stop at nothing to look perfect online. Interestingly, people love watching these moments unfold, often laughing at the lengths influencers will go for social media fame.
The account’s popularity proves how curious people are about what happens behind the scenes. While we usually see influencers showing off their best moments, we don’t often see the crazy effort that goes into creating those posts.
Some influencers are willing to do wild things, like lying in the middle of a busy street or standing on a cliff’s edge, to capture the right angle. These efforts can sometimes be funny, embarrassing, or even dangerous, but the attention they get can lead to more followers and more fame.
While taking a photo in such an extreme way may seem silly, it highlights many influencers' pressure to entertain their followers. It’s not just about posting pretty pictures—it’s about getting noticed in a crowded, competitive space.
What's the wildest thing you've witnessed an influencer do just to capture that "perfect shot"?
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influencersinthewild* Alien Voice* What Is A Foodie"
influencersinthewild"She Gasped"
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influencersinthewildThat perfect shot is out there...
Pexels"Beware Of Moe’s Horns. It Says It Right There On The Sign"
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"Risking It All For The Gram"
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"Every Day We Stray Further From God’s Light"
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"Can’t Bring Her Anywhere"
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"Someone’s About To Have A New Dating Profile Pic"
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"Some Things Are Better Just Left Alone"
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"Don’t You Need To Be Somewhere Else Right Now Sir"
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"God Did"
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"I Have Questions"
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"Declassified Footage Of The Evolutionary Process"
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"God Save The Queen"
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"Verified If You Hold Up NYC Traffic To Get A Pic For Instagram, I’m Not Saying The Driver Should Be Allowed To Hit You. I’m Not Saying That At All. But Maybe A Little Bump?"
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"I’m The Lady At The End With The Goggles"
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"This Dude Is Really Going All Out For His Linkedin Profile Picture"
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"Now Grab The Least Stable Part Of Her Body"
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"She’s Filming A Whole Music Video On The Subway, Because The NYC Commute Isn’t Miserable Enough"
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"The Person Driving That Car Is An Actual Saint. Didn’t Even Honk"
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"Permanent No Fly List Immediately"
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"Poor Girl. Looks Like She Was Involved In Some Short Of Shark Attack? Her Pants, Are"
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"Mommy Bloggers Are A Different Breed"
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"Gotta Teach The Next Generation"
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"This Page... Has Peaked"
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"Make A Left On Stripper Street And I’m The 3rd House On The Left"
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"The CEO Of Going Down The Stairs"
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"That Pic Is Gonna Be Fire Tho"
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"Cosmo And Wanda Y’all Ain’t Slick"
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"This Could Be Us, But I’m Scared Of Heights"
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"Ma’am This Is A Holiday Inn"
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"You Shall Not Pass"
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"Must Be Nice To Be Hot"
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"What A Scrub"
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"Watch Until The End, And Then Ask Yourself, Why? There Is No Answer, But We Must Continue To Ask Ourselves The Tough Questions"
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"Merry Christmas, I Am The Gift"
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"Taxpayer Dollars Hard At Work"
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"They Deserve Each Other"
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Influencers in the Wild increase excitement by asking followers to leave comments and cast votes for the most outrageous images. People can go into influencers' strange attempts to get the ideal shot there, igniting discussions over what is real and contrived.
The account combines comedy and a healthy dose of truth regarding the demands of an online presence, providing a genuine glimpse into the world of influencers. While watching influencers push limits to achieve that perfect picture is fun, it also highlights their ingenuity and dedication to creating an idealized lifestyle.
What appears smooth on our screens is frequently a challenging profession filled with nonstop hustle and, occasionally, a touch of insanity.
