{"id":2365,"date":"2025-07-23T09:24:28","date_gmt":"2025-07-23T09:24:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/?p=2365"},"modified":"2025-07-23T09:24:29","modified_gmt":"2025-07-23T09:24:29","slug":"tabitha-brown-the-internets-favorite-mom-vegan-queen-and-joy-spreader","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/tabitha-brown-the-internets-favorite-mom-vegan-queen-and-joy-spreader\/","title":{"rendered":"Tabitha Brown: The Internet\u2019s Favorite Mom, Vegan Queen, and Joy-Spreader"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tabitha Brown is a multi-talented actress, author, entrepreneur, and social media sensation whose soothing voice, warm spirit, and down-to-earth personality have made her one of the most beloved public figures of her generation. Often described as \u201cAmerica\u2019s Mom,\u201d Tabitha rose to fame by sharing vegan recipes, motivational wisdom, and slices of her life with infectious joy and authenticity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From humble beginnings and personal health battles to becoming a New York Times bestselling author, star of her own shows, and a lifestyle icon, Tabitha Brown is living proof that staying true to yourself\u2014and doing it with kindness\u2014can change everything.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Early Life: From North Carolina Roots to Big Dreams<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tabitha Bonita Brown was born on February 4, 1979, in Eden, North Carolina. Raised in a close-knit, faith-filled family, she grew up in the church, where she first developed a love for performing. She moved to Los Angeles in her 20s to pursue acting, landing small roles in TV shows and commercials, but struggled for years to break through in a competitive industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While working part-time at Macy\u2019s and as an Uber driver to support her family, Tabitha experienced years of health challenges\u2014including chronic pain, fatigue, and anxiety. In 2016, after watching a documentary about plant-based living (<em>What the Health<\/em>), she decided to adopt a vegan lifestyle in hopes of healing her body.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That decision changed her life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Viral Breakthrough: The Whole Foods Sandwich Video<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In 2017, Tabitha filmed a casual video review of a vegan <em>TTLA<\/em> sandwich (tempeh, tomato, lettuce, avocado) from Whole Foods, recorded from the front seat of her car. With her signature Southern warmth and gentle enthusiasm, she raved about the flavors and how it made her \u201cfeel like I\u2019m sitting on the beach, with the sun hitting my face.\u201d The video went viral\u2014and so did Tabitha.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whole Foods took notice and made her a brand ambassador. From there, her online following exploded. Millions were drawn to not just her vegan recipes, but her nurturing presence, her infectious laugh, and the way she made every viewer feel seen and loved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Social Media Stardom: \u201cLike So, Like That\u201d<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"211\" height=\"288\" src=\"https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Tabitha-Brown.png\" alt=\"Tabitha Brown\" class=\"wp-image-2366\" srcset=\"https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Tabitha-Brown.png 211w, https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Tabitha-Brown-150x205.png 150w, https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Tabitha-Brown-50x68.png 50w, https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Tabitha-Brown-100x136.png 100w, https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Tabitha-Brown-200x273.png 200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 211px) 100vw, 211px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Tabitha Brown<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tabitha\u2019s content is a unique blend of cooking, affirmations, life advice, and humor. On TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube, she often shares simple vegan recipes peppered with memorable catchphrases like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>\u201cThat\u2019s your business.\u201d<\/em> (when encouraging you to make something your own)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>\u201cHave the most amazing day, but even if you can\u2019t, don\u2019t you dare go messing up nobody else\u2019s.\u201d<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>\u201cLike so, like that.\u201d<\/em> (a fan-favorite while she cooks)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Her videos became a source of comfort for millions during the COVID-19 pandemic, when people were seeking light in uncertain times. Tabitha provided that light with grace, humor, and unwavering positivity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As of 2025, she has over <strong>10 million followers<\/strong> across platforms and is often cited as one of the most wholesome, uplifting personalities online.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Expanding Her Empire: Books, TV, and Business Ventures<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tabitha has seamlessly transitioned from social media to mainstream media, launching an impressive series of projects:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Author:<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Feeding the Soul (Because It\u2019s My Business)<\/em> (2021): A New York Times bestseller that blends personal stories, inspirational advice, and life lessons.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Cooking from the Spirit<\/em> (2022): A joyful, flexible plant-based cookbook with no strict measurements\u2014just intuition and love.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>I Did a New Thing<\/em> (2024): Her children\u2019s book about bravery and trying something new, aimed at empowering young readers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Television:<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>&#8220;It\u2019s CompliPlated&#8221;<\/strong> (Food Network, 2022): A vegan cooking competition show hosted by Tabitha, focusing on inclusive, plant-based meals.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>\u201cTab Time\u201d<\/strong> (YouTube Originals for Kids): A children\u2019s series where Tabitha teaches values, creativity, and kindness in a Mister Rogers-style format.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Guest Appearances:<\/strong> She\u2019s appeared on <em>The Chi<\/em>, <em>Good Morning America<\/em>, <em>Red Table Talk<\/em>, <em>Ellen<\/em>, and more.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Entrepreneurship:<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tabitha has launched a series of successful product lines:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Tabitha Brown for Target:<\/strong> A vibrant collection of home, fashion, food, and kitchen products designed to celebrate joy and wellness. The line sold out within hours of launch.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Donna\u2019s Recipe:<\/strong> A vegan hair care line named after her natural hair (which she calls \u201cDonna\u201d), celebrating textured hair and self-care.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Personal Life: Family, Faith, and Staying Grounded<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tabitha is married to her high school sweetheart, <strong>Chance Brown<\/strong>, and together they have two children, plus a bonus daughter from Chance\u2019s previous relationship. Her family often appears in her videos, especially Chance, who has become a fan favorite in his own right.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Despite her fame, Tabitha has remained grounded in her faith, which she credits for guiding her through life\u2019s ups and downs. She is open about her struggles, including dealing with rejection in Hollywood, losing her mother to ALS, and managing anxiety. Her transparency and vulnerability are a core part of what makes her so relatable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A Legacy of Love and Light<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tabitha Brown isn\u2019t just famous\u2014she\u2019s <em>meaningful<\/em>. She stands for self-acceptance, family, joy, and purpose. She\u2019s redefined what it means to be an influencer by being a healer, a motivator, and a friend to millions who\u2019ve never met her.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In an industry often driven by perfection and performance, Tabitha built a legacy on honesty, love, and being \u201cjust who God created me to be.\u201d Her rise is not just a success story\u2014it\u2019s a movement toward kindness, inclusion, and intentional living.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Fast Facts:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Full Name:<\/strong> Tabitha Bonita Brown<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Born:<\/strong> February 4, 1979 (Eden, NC)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Known For:<\/strong> Viral vegan videos, motivational content, Target collabs, bestselling books<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Family:<\/strong> Husband Chance Brown, 3 children<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Brands:<\/strong> Donna\u2019s Recipe, Tabitha Brown for Target<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Catchphrases:<\/strong> <em>\u201cThat\u2019s your business,\u201d<\/em> <em>\u201cLike so, like that,\u201d<\/em> <em>\u201cCome on in the room\u201d<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Followers:<\/strong> 10M+ (across TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, etc.)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Tabitha Brown is a multi-talented actress, author, entrepreneur, and social media sensation whose soothing voice, warm spirit, and down-to-earth personality have made her one of the most beloved public figures of her generation. 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