Gavin McInnes

Gavin McInnes is a Canadian-born writer, commentator, comedian, and media entrepreneur known as a co-founder of Vice magazine and Vice Media.

Gavin McInnes is a Canadian-born writer, commentator, comedian, and media entrepreneur best known as a co-founder of Vice magazine and Vice Media. He later became known for his far-right political commentary and for founding the Proud Boys in 2016. Sources describe him as a controversial public figure associated with online media, political activism, and public debate.

Early life and education

Gavin McInnes was born in Hitchin, Hertfordshire, England, on 17 July 1970. He moved with his family to Ontario, Canada, as a child. He attended Carleton University.

Vice and media career

McInnes co-founded Vice magazine in the 1990s, which later grew into Vice Media. He was instrumental in shaping the publication's early identity. In addition to his work with Vice, he has worked as a writer, comedian, actor, and podcast or radio host.

Political activism and controversy

After leaving Vice, McInnes became increasingly associated with right-wing and far-right political commentary. Multiple sources describe him as a controversial political activist and commentator, noting his involvement in public debate and controversial political statements.

Proud Boys

In 2016, McInnes founded the Proud Boys, a men's organization widely described by sources as far-right or extremist. McInnes later left the group. The organization was designated a terrorist group in Canada and New Zealand.