Editing Henry Newton (section)

== Career ==
Henry Newton launched his content creation career in 2020, initially posting short comedic videos on Instagram before transitioning to TikTok, where his skits about Kenyan life gained traction.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JJrsSQHpr6U&t=360s |title=Henry Newton Interview at 6:00 |accessdate=2025-05-11}}</ref> His breakout moment came with a viral skit portraying a matatu conductor, which resonated with audiences for its authentic depiction of Nairobi’s public transport culture, amassing thousands of views.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JJrsSQHpr6U&t=360s |title=Henry Newton Interview at 6:00 |accessdate=2025-05-11}}</ref> By 2022, he was described as a “famous face” on TikTok, with an estimated 100,000–500,000 followers, aligning with top Kenyan influencers like Crazy Kennar and Flaqo.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.facebook.com/tuko.co.ke/videos/henry-newton-is-a-famous-face-on-tiktok-but-not-many-people-know-hes-flaqos-brot/434038468911196/ |title=Henry Newton on TUKO Extra |accessdate=2025-05-11}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.modash.io/find-influencers/tiktok/kenya |title=Top 20 TikTok Influencers in Kenya |accessdate=2025-05-11}}</ref>

Determined to establish his own identity, Henry avoids collaborations with Flaqo, stating, “I want people to know me for me and not for being Flaqo’s content.”<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.tuko.co.ke/entertainment/celebrities/563777-flaqos-brother-henry-newton-explains-rarely-acting-skits-him/ |title=Flaqo's Brother Henry Newton Explains Rarely Acting Skits |accessdate=2025-05-11}}</ref> His content, which often exceeds 100,000 views per viral skit, has attracted brand partnerships, a common revenue stream for Kenyan TikTokers, though specific deals remain undisclosed.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JJrsSQHpr6U&t=1200s |title=Henry Newton Interview at 20:00 |accessdate=2025-05-11}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.the-star.co.ke/news/2021-11-08-tiktok-influencers-shaping-kenyas-digital-landscape/ |title=TikTok Influencers Shaping Kenya’s Digital Landscape |accessdate=2025-05-11}}</ref> In 2025, his appearance on *Obinna TV Extra* showcased his journey, highlighting skits like one about Nairobi traffic that further boosted his profile.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JJrsSQHpr6U |title=Henry Newton Interview |accessdate=2025-05-11}}</ref> Looking ahead, Henry plans to launch a YouTube comedy series exploring Kenyan youth experiences and pursue acting roles in television or film, aiming to expand his reach beyond social media.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JJrsSQHpr6U&t=3600s |title=Henry Newton Interview at 60:00 |accessdate=2025-05-11}}</ref>