How Theresa May became an unlikely TikTok star and why Gen Z love her

Theresa May is the new star of TikTok (Picture: PA / TikTok)

From Taylor Swift and Harry Styles to Zendaya – young people are quick to obsess over celebrities who combine endless talent with good looks.

Now add one more person to the list: Theresa May.

Yes, you heard that right. The former prime minister is making waves among pimply Gen Zers on TikTok.

Just a simple search of her name on the social media app and you’ll be flooded with endless videos of the former Tory leader.