Tyla to host 2025 Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards
The event will air live on Saturday, 21 June at 8 p.m. from the iconic Barker Hangar in Santa Monica, California.
This promises to be the most slime-tastic night of the summer, and Tyla is ready to bring her star power to the global stage.
Tyla's rise has been nothing short of spectacular. She made history by winning the inaugural Grammy Award for 'Best African Music Performance' in 2024 with her hit single Water.
The song also soared into the top 10 of the Billboard Hot 100, according to Glamour SA.
Just this year, she received the prestigious Impact Award at the 2025 Billboard Women in Music event. TYLA MAKES HISTORY
Now, Tyla is the first African pop star to host the Kids' Choice Awards, marking a huge milestone for African music on the world stage.
Tyla also earns nominations for Favourite Global Music Star and Favourite Music Collaboration for her catchy track Show Me Love.
This is the song she created with WizTheMc and bees & honey. This is a proud moment for South African music fans everywhere.
The music nominations this year are as exciting as ever. The Kids' Choice Awards celebrate the best in film, TV, music, sports, and more, all chosen by fans.
This year, the show will simulcast across Nickelodeon, TeenNick, Nicktoons, and the Nick Jr. channel, ensuring everyone can join the fun.
Tyla's success shows how far African music has come and how it continues to captivate audiences worldwide.
As Tyla puts it, 'This is just the beginning. African music is here to stay, and I'm proud to be part of this movement.'
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