Rose and Rosie

Rose Ellen Dix
Personal information
Born (1988-06-15) 15 June 1988
Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire[1]
Education Hereford College of Arts (BA)
YouTube information
Channel
Years active 20 June 2010–present
Genre Comedy
Subscribers 751,183
(4 May 2018)
Total views 154,843,186
(4 May 2018)
Rosie Spaughton
Personal information
Born Roseanne Elizabeth Spaughton
(1990-05-30) 30 May 1990
Malvern, Worcestershire
Education University of Worcester (BA)
YouTube information
Channel
Years active 12 November 2011–present
Genre People
Subscribers 405,561
(4 May 2018)
Total views 31,261,751
(4 May 2018)

Let's Play Games
YouTube information
Channel
Years active 29 April 2016–present
Genre Games
Subscribers 141,554
(4 May 2018)
Total views 4,628,432
(4 May 2018)

Rose Ellen Dix (born 15 June 1988)[2] and Roseanne Elizabeth "Rosie" Spaughton (born 30 May 1990),[3] known as Rose and Rosie, are a married British comedy and entertainment duo who have gained popularity through their YouTube videos.

Career

YouTube

Rose Dix joined YouTube for a university class, establishing the Rose Ellen Dix channel.[4] She uploaded her first video, entitled "Rose Dix talks Lisa Scinta," on 30 September 2010. An early assignment during Dix's film degree included attempting to make a video go viral. Dix posted a parody of Kesha's Tik Tok on 26 January 2011, and the video received an estimated 16,000 views in five days.[5][6]

Spaughton uploaded her first video, entitled "YDAHD," to her channel TheRoxetera, on 19 December 2011. Spaughton first appears on the Rose Ellen Dix channel in "Baffle Laffle Taffle Breakup" posted on 18 December 2011. Their first posted collaboration video was uploaded on 15 January 2012 to the Rose Ellen Dix channel.

In 2014, Dix quit her job at an Apple Store in Worcester to focus on YouTube full-time.[7] On 29 April 2016, Dix and Spaughton expanded their presence on YouTube by creating a new channel called "Let's Play Games", on which they post gaming videos, which were already present on their main channel, Rose Ellen Dix. However, they decided to make place for more on this channel.

In August 2016, Dix and Spaughton both made the AfterEllen Hot 100 list with Spaughton at number 23 and Dix at 18. They also hit 100 million views on their main channel that month.

Channels and content

The Rose and Rosie channel contains content in the style of “couch comedy” as well as challenges, tags, guides, gaming videos, and collaborations with other YouTubers, such as Hannah Witton, Hannah Hart, Shannon Beveridge, Cammie Scott, Amy Ordman, and Oli White.

The Rose and Rosie Vlogs channel contains vlogs and various series, such as annual VLOGMAS videos, #RealTalk, and the BISEXY SERIES. In #RealTalk, Rose and Rosie attempt to discuss real-life conflicts/situations and use their personal experiences to share advice with viewers. Some of the pair’s #RealTalk videos include videos titled “How to Have a Good Relationship”, “Living with OCD” and “Controlling Your Jealousy”. In the BISEXY SERIES, Spaughton talks about her experiences as a bisexual woman. Some of the videos in this series include “How Do You Know You’re Bisexual” and “Dealing With Biphobia & Homophobia”.

Rose and Rosie participate in Vlogmas every year, posting daily vlogs of the festivities leading up to their Christmas celebration.

Let’s Play Games is Rose and Rosie’s third channel devoted to playing video games, including “Until Dawn”, “GTA 5”, “FIFA” and “The Sims 4”.

Maltese is an alter-ego created by Dix who appears in a number of videos such as “THIS IS JUST RIDICULOUS”, “SUPERKISS PART 3” and “Acting 101 with Maltese Van de Kamp”. Maltese is a snobbish character with an accent, claiming to be “Canadian/Rhode Island royalty”.

Radio and television

Spaughton worked for Sunshine Radio (FM) before pursuing YouTube full time.

In November 2014, the couple hosted the Holiday Window Unveiling in Macy's, Pittsburgh.[8] They have since appeared on BBC Radio 1's series The Internet Takeover,[9] including a Christmas special in 2016 with Ben Cook, Jim Chapman, and hosts Dan and Phil. They have also presented for MTV.

In May 2016, Rose and Rosie featured in episode 2 of Russel Kane's Stupid Man, Smart Phone on BBC Three. The episode saw them try to survive in Arctic Norway and was filmed in November 2015.

In June 2016, Dix and Spaughton were selected by Sony Pictures as two of 15 influencers in social media to promote Sony's then upcoming movies Inferno and Ghostbusters during a public relations blitz in Singapore.[10] The pair participated in a scavenger hunt, and met Tom Hanks and Ron Howard as well as interviewed Melissa McCarthy and Paul Feig. Vlogs of their scavenger hunt and interviews were later posted on Rose Ellen Dix.[11][12]

The couple are very vocal when it comes to expressing their love for former Fifth Harmony group-member Camila Cabello. Camila is the pair’s ultimate celebrity crush, who they often fan-girl over in their videos. In October 2017, Rose and Rosie had the opportunity to interview Camila Cabello at the BBC Radio 1’s Teen Awards.

Meet ups and tours

Dix and Spaughton refer to their fans as "Boobies."[13] They first held an organized meet and greet in London in 2013. In 2014, they coordinated a meet and greet with fellow YouTuber couples Whitney and Megan, and Kaelyn and Lucy. The meet and greet was known as "ROSWEGLYN" and had an estimated 600 attendees.[14] In April 2017, Dix and Spaughton toured the United Kingdom and Ireland, and in September 2017 continued their tour, titled "Rose & Rosie: Exposed" in North America.[15][16]

In May 2018, the couple announced that in October 2018 they will be going on tour to promote their book and documentary, both titled, "Overshare" in the UK. This tour will contain a showing of their documentary, a book signing and a Q & A. [17]

Book and Documentary

In May 2018, Dix and Spaughton announced the release of their book, "Overshare", which is set to release in October 2018. The same day, Dix and Spaughton announced they filmed a documentary, which includes members from their audience. The documentary is also titled, "Overshare". [18]

Personal life

Dix and Spaughton first met in 2007 at a Halloween party at the ages of 19 and 17 respectively, but were both in relationships at the time.[19] Once both single, they went on their first date on 20 October 2011, and made their relationship official on 19 July 2012. Spaughton graduated in 2013 with a Degree in Media & Culture from the University of Worcester. Dix studied Film and Screen Media at Hereford College of Arts. Dix proposed to Spaughton on 30 May 2014, and the wedding took place in England at Clearwell Castle on 20 March 2015.[20][21] They have spoken many times on their channel about their wish to start a family.[22]

Spaughton identifies as bisexual, whereas Dix identifies as a lesbian.

The pair currently reside in Hertford, England[6] with their dog, Wilma and cat, Flynn.

Reception

Dix and Spaughton have been praised for their "positive content and open dialogue around LGBT issues."[23]

Awards

YearAwardCategoryResult
2015 AfterEllen Visibility Awards Favorite Real Life Lesbian Couple Won[24]
2016 British LGBT Awards LGBT Celebrity Rising Star Award Won[25]
2016 Lovie Awards Lovie Creators for Change Award Won[23]
2017 Summer in the City Series of the Year Award: Bisexy Series - Rosie Spaughton Nominated[26]
2017 Summer in the City Vlogger of the Year Award Won[26]
2017 BBC Radio 1 Teen Awards Best British Vlogger Won[27]

References

  1. ↑ Lyell, Carrie (2014-12-18), "Exclusive! Rose and Rosie Interview", Diva, retrieved 2018-05-02
  2. ↑ Rose Ellen Dix (2014-06-13), LESBIANS, LESBIAN WEDDING, retrieved 2017-06-12
  3. ↑ TheRoxetera (2013-06-11), TWO COFFEES AND AN ORGASM, retrieved 2017-06-14
  4. ↑ Rose Ellen Dix (2013-11-16), THE TMI TAG, retrieved 2017-06-27
  5. ↑ Rose Ellen Dix (2011-01-26), Ke$ha Tik Tok Parody [Official], retrieved 2017-07-16
  6. 1 2 Stuart, Keith (18 April 2017). "Rose and Rosie: 'We don't really have a filter'". The Guardian. Retrieved 16 July 2017.
  7. ↑ Rose Ellen Dix (2014-04-04), YOU HEARD IT HERE FIRST, retrieved 2017-07-20
  8. ↑ "Light Up Night schedule". Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. 20 November 2014. Retrieved 29 April 2015.
  9. ↑ "The Internet Takeover – with Rose and Rosie". BBC Radio 1. 9 March 2015. Retrieved 28 April 2015.
  10. ↑ Ho, Victoria (14 June 2016). "Sony Pictures clears the way to include YouTubers in its movie PR blitz". Mashable. Retrieved 23 July 2017.
  11. ↑ Rose Ellen Dix (2016-07-02), PARANORMAL SMELLS WITH MELISSA MCCARTHY & PAUL FEIG!, retrieved 2017-07-23
  12. ↑ Rose Ellen Dix (2016-07-10), ADVENTURES IN ASIA!, retrieved 2017-07-23
  13. ↑ Rose Ellen Dix (2013-09-06), I ATE YOUR MARS BAR, retrieved 2017-07-07
  14. ↑ Evans, Megan (2 May 2014). "#ROSWEGLYN- A Youtube 'Meet and Greet' That Became So Much More". HuffPost. Retrieved 7 July 2017.
  15. ↑ Bourdillon, Roxy (21 April 2017). "Rose & Rosie: Exposed". Diva Magazine. Retrieved 23 July 2017.
  16. ↑ Kelly, Rory (19 March 2017). "Rose & Rosie Talk Exposed Tour". TenEighty. Retrieved 23 July 2017.
  17. ↑ Rose Elen Dix (2018-05-29), NEW HOUSE TOUR & TRIPLE ANNOUNCEMENT!, retrieved 2018-05-29
  18. ↑ Rose Elen Dix (2018-05-29), NEW HOUSE TOUR & TRIPLE ANNOUNCEMENT!, retrieved 2018-05-29
  19. ↑ Rose Ellen Dix (2015-02-01), DRAW MY RELATIONSHIP, retrieved 2017-03-02
  20. ↑ Moss, Rachel (25 March 2015). "A Woman Named Rose Married A Woman Named Rosie And Their Wedding Was Perfect". HuffPost. Retrieved 28 April 2015.
  21. ↑ Goorwich, Siam (24 March 2015). "Two girls named Rose and Rosie got married and it was beautiful". Metro. Retrieved 28 April 2015.
  22. ↑ TheRoxetera (2017-02-25), WHY SHOULD WE ADOPT? | TheRoxetera, retrieved 2017-03-02
  23. 1 2 "Lovie Creators for Change". Lovie Awards. Retrieved 2017-06-23.
  24. ↑ "The 2015 AfterEllen Visibility Award Winners". afterellen.com. Retrieved 23 June 2017.
  25. ↑ "Winners of the British LGBT Awards". pressparty.com. Retrieved 23 June 2017.
  26. 1 2 "Summer in the City Awards 2017 Roundup". TenEighty. Retrieved 2017-08-07.
  27. ↑ "Rose and Rosie bag "Best British Blogger" at BBC Radio 1 Teen Awards". Diva Magazine. Retrieved 2017-10-27.
  • Stuart, Keith (2017-04-18). "Rose and Rosie: 'We Don't Really Have a Filter'". The Guardian.
  • Ku, Christy (2017-07-30). "Rose and Rosie: Open, Loud and Proud". TenEighty.
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