About
Makhyli's journey began in Grand Rapids, MI, where her mother recognized her remarkable talent early on while listening to her sing from her car seat. Enrolled in a school for creative arts starting in kindergarten, Makhyli's gifts were evident and she was quickly nicknamed "Khyli Hollywood" by her teacher. Despite her shyness, her passion for sharing her talents with the world pushed her through many tears, making her a celebrated figure in her community. As a model, actress, and singer, she was a sought-after talent throughout her childhood and pre-teen years. Performing on the second-largest community theatre stage in the U.S., she captivated a 1,800-member audience for over 100 nights, setting the stage for her next big move: Hollywood.
In 2018, at just 15, Makhyli and her mother took the leap and moved to Los Angeles to pursue her dreams of working in the entertainment industry. Her talent shone brightly, catching the attention of managers and talent agents almost immediately. Within her second week in LA, she was already on set. Just six months later, a life-changing direct message from a record label led to her signing a major deal on her 16th birthday as a member of the girl group Boys World.
During her five years with Boys World, Makhyli performed to thousands of adoring fans at sold-out shows and was featured in prestigious publications such as V Magazine, People Magazine, Billboard, Teen Vogue, and Rolling Stone. The group formed valuable brand partnerships with major companies including Forever 21, Puma, and Nyx. They amassed an impressive following with over 2 million fans on TikTok, 300K+ followers on Instagram, and 200K+ subscribers on YouTube. Their appearance on China's reality TV show, "Show It All," was a hit, reaching hundreds of millions of viewers who fell in love with Makhyli's vibrant, witty, and fun personality.
Beyond her vocal prowess, Makhyli played a significant role in writing on many of the group's songs, showcasing her songwriting talent as her superpower. After five transformative years with the group, Makhyli has emerged as a confident, creative solo artist. She has truly discovered her voice and is ready to share her journey, strengths, and vulnerabilities with the world.
Keep an eye on Makhyli—she's just beginning to unfold her story, and it's one you won't want to miss.