The inaugural US TikTok Awards will take place on December 18, 2025, at the Hollywood Palladium in Los Angeles. Designed to honor the creators, trends, and cultural moments that defined TikTok in 2025, the ceremony will feature live performances, creator‑led segments, and award presentations. Grammy‑winning artist Ciara will headline the show, performing a mix of her biggest hits, while La La Anthony serves as host.
The awards will celebrate creators across a range of categories, including beauty, fashion, music, sports, education, and entertainment. The theme, “New Era, New Icons,” acknowledges the influence of TikTok creators beyond the platform. Presenters will include popular TikTok personalities such as REI AMI, Tan France, and Tefi Pessoa. e.l.f. Cosmetics joins as the title sponsor, presenting the Rising Star of the Year Award.
The event will be live‑streamed on TikTok and Tubi, with red‑carpet coverage beginning at 5 p.m. PT and the main ceremony at 6 p.m. PT. A recorded version will be available on demand on Tubi the following day. Mashable will provide live coverage, deploying a team to capture arrivals, interviews, and performances both on the red carpet and inside the venue. Red‑carpet hosts and correspondents Dylan Kevitch, Hannah Kosh, and Taylor King will lead Mashable’s reporting.
The US TikTok Awards represent a significant effort by the platform to translate internet virality into a full‑scale awards spectacle. With its blend of creator‑led content, live performances, and interactive moments, the ceremony is expected to generate substantial online engagement and discussion. As the first event of its kind, it will set the stage for future ceremonies that recognize the impact and influence of TikTok creators on popular culture.
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