Who is Emilie Kiser? How the Arizona TikTok influencer rose to fame
TikTok celebrity Emilie Kiser's 3-year-old son Trigg died May 18 after a drowning call in Chandler several days earlier. An investigation into the circumstances preceding the drowning call was underway.
The influencer is married to Brady Kiser. On July 15, Chander police investigators submitted a felony child abuse charge recommendation for Brady Kiser to the Maricopa County Attorney's Office for consideration.
The couple moved to Chandler in 2024, according to Emilie's TikTok account. She has more than 3 million followers on TikTok and has a presence on other social media platforms, including Instagram and YouTube.
Her family often has been featured in her posts. Right before Trigg died, Emilie shared insight into her life as a mom to her two young sons on Instagram.
The Kiser family had not publicly released a statement as of May 21. A person at the family's home declined to speak with The Arizona Republic.
Here's what to know about the Chandler-based influencer.
Did Emilie Kiser go to college?
She attended Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah, according to what she has posted on TikTok.
How did Emilie Kiser get famous?
Emilie, 26, joined TikTok in 2022 and now has millions of followers.
How did Emilie Kiser get popular?
She regularly posts on social media about family, advice on being a mother, nutrition and other parts of her daily life.
What does Emilie Kiser do for work?
She's a social influencer. In general, the more followers influencers have, the more money they make. Nerdwallet listed seven ways to get paid on TikTok in an April 2025 article. Tips included getting sponsorships, using gifting and being a part of the TikTok Creator Rewards Program.
Who is Emilie Kiser's husband?
The couple moved to Arizona so Brady could pursue work in solar sales, according to a YouTube video Emilie posted in March 2024. She also said he runs his own car detailing business.
What happened to Emilie Kiser's son?
He was hospitalized for six days following a rescue from a home swimming pool near Chandler Heights and Cooper roads, according to Chandler police.
Did Emilie Kiser's son pass away?
Trigg died May 18, the Chandler Police Department and Maricopa Office of the Medical Examiner confirmed.
Where is Emilie Kiser from?
Emilie is from Utah but relocated with her family to Chandler in 2024.
How long has Emilie Kiser lived in Arizona?
She moved to Chandler in 2024.