ZHC

Zachary Hsieh (born January 14, 1999), known online as ZHC,Efn|ZHC stands for Zach Hsieh Comic Art on January 14, 1999. Interested in art from an early age, he was inspired to practice comic book art by illustrated novels such as Captain Underpants, and wanted to be a Marvel Comics artist. At 16 years old, he committed to spending 12 hours a day or more practicing drawing. He went on to study at the School of Visual Arts in New York City. He began his YouTube channel in 2013, whilst he was a student at the school,

In February 2021, following grooming allegations against former host James Charles, it was announced that Hsieh would host the second season of the YouTube Originals show Instant Influencer.

Philanthropy Hsieh's content has also expanded to incorporate philanthropy into his art videos by painting everyday objects for people. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Hsieh and his team of more than 24 artists painted classrooms at Strive Prep Montbello in Denver. In February 2021, Hsieh hosted a competition between himself and artists from his team to customize a 10-foot-tall PlayStation 5 for charity. As part of the video, over 24 PlayStation 5s were donated to Children in Need. Hsieh and his team hand-painted every home in the Arroyo Seco Tiny Home Village in Highland Park, Los Angeles, which was completed in October 2021. The village provides transitional housing for those experiencing homelessness in the community.

Personal life Hsieh started dating Michelle Chin on August 17 ,2018 . Hsieh proposed to Chin on December 12, 2024. They got married on May 23, 2025. After having tried for a baby ever since the wedding, he announced that he’s becoming a father on June 5, 2026 and due to arrive on December 8. The gender has been announced through a TikTok video to be a boy. The couple lives in Austin, Texas.

Awards and nominations YearCeremonyCategoryNominee / workResult202010th Streamy AwardsBreakout Creator 202111th Streamy AwardsBest CollaborationZHC and MrBeast – I Surprised MrBeast With A Custom House!