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The Citizen
a day ago
- Entertainment
- The Citizen
WATCH: Tyla's big Nickelodeon night: Hosting, slime and a big win
Tyla became the first African artist to host the Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards — the global show that celebrates the biggest stars in television, music, film and digital media, all voted for by children. South Africa's pop superstar Tyla stole the show at this year's Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards, delivering a high-energy performance as host, scooping an award, and even braving the slime. The event was held on Saturday, 21 June, at the Barker Hangar in Santa Monica, Los Angeles, in the United States. Tyla was nominated in two categories – Favourite Global Music Star and Favourite Music Collaboration for Show Me Love, her track with WizTheMc and bees & honey. She walked away with the Favourite Global Music Star award, beating nominees from six other regions: Asia, Australia, Europe, Latin America, North America and the UK. ALSO READ: 'Their win is South Africa's win': Deputy Minister Peace Mabe celebrates TxC's BET award Tyla: 'Africa to the world' Accepting her award, Tyla said she was proud to represent Africa on a global stage. 'This means the world to me — to represent Africa on a global stage and be recognised by all of you amazing kids out there… wow. Thank you for believing in me and dancing with me. Africa to the world!' she said. The 23-year-old wasn't just an award recipient – she also took on hosting duties. In an interview before the event, Tyla revealed she had always dreamed of being on Nickelodeon. 'When I was younger, I tried to audition for Nickelodeon, but no one answered the call – and now I'm hosting it,' she said, beaming with pride. Tyla also got her slime action, far more than the drizzle she had hoped for. 'When I saw a video of Katy Perry getting slimed, I was like, oh my gosh, please, not that. Just a little cute drizzle. But we'll see – whatever happens, happens,' she said before the show. Tyla wins 'Favourite Global Music Star' and gets Slimed at the Kids' Choice Awards. June 22, 2025 NOW READ: 'We're handling this with the utmost seriousness': Bolt SA on TikToker's alleged abduction
IOL News
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- IOL News
Tyla shines as host and winner at the 2025 Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards
Tyla hosts and wins at the 2025 Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards. Image: Instagram South African music sensation Tyla took centre stage at the 2025 Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards, not only as the evening's host but also as one of its big winners, earning the coveted Favourite Global Music Star (Africa) award. The iconic show, held at the Barker Hangar in Santa Monica, was packed with fun, surprises, and of course, the show's signature green slime, which Tyla got a full taste of on the night. This marked a major career milestone for the 23-year-old singer and fashion icon, as it was her first time hosting a major international awards show. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ Known for her trend-setting style and hit songs like 'Water,' Tyla brought a fresh energy to the globally televised event, setting the tone with high-energy performances and playful stage moments. After being named the winner of the Favourite Global Music Star (Africa) category, a fan-voted award that recognises artists from across the continent, she took to the stage to accept her blimp-shaped trophy and delivered a very short thank you to her fans. 'Thank you guys so much. Literally this has been so fun. I'm so happy I came to party with you guys. This was the best party ever,' she told the screaming crowd. Tyla got Slimed as she accepted her Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Award for Favourite Global Music Star — Afrobeats Head (@AfrobeatsHead) June 22, 2025 But no Kids' Choice Awards is complete without slime, and Tyla was no exception. The Grammy-award winner braced herself, with the orange blimp in hand, saying: 'Just do it', a moment before being drenched in the green goo. The Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards are famed for their energetic atmosphere, vibrant performances, and unpredictable moments. Tyla's double role as host and winner not only cements her growing status in global entertainment but also serves as a proud moment for the African music scene. IOL Entertainment
The South African
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The South African
Tyla shines as host of the Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards
The 2025 Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards lit up the stage with excitement and star power. Grammy Award-winning artist Tyla took centre stage as the host, bringing energy and charm to the event. The show thrilled fans with 5,000 gallons of slime and spectacular performances. It was a night to remember for South African viewers and global audiences alike. Tyla, who also won the coveted 'Favourite Global Music Star' award, captivated the crowd with her vibrant presence. 'Hosting the Kids' Choice Awards was a dream come true,' Tyla said. 'It's amazing to celebrate the artists and creators who inspire young people everywhere.' Her performance and hosting skills earned widespread praise, making her a standout star of the evening. The awards honoured the best in music, film, and television, according to The News. Sabrina Carpenter dominated the night, winning three Kids' choice awards: Favourite Song for Espresso , Favourite Female Breakout Artist, and Favourite Album for Short n' Sweet . The hit musical film Wicked won Favourite Movie. Ariana Grande, who stars as Glinda, took home Favourite Movie Actress. 'Playing Glinda was magical,' Ariana shared. 'And winning here means the world to me and my fans.' SZA and Bruno Mars won Favourite Female and Male Artist, respectively, while Jack Black claimed Favourite Movie Actor for A Minecraft Movie. Jack also received the 'King of Comedy' Silver Blimp award, recognising his incredible contribution to entertainment. In television, The Thundermans: Undercover won Favourite Kids TV Show, and XO, Kitty was named Favourite Family TV Show. Kira Kosarin and Xolo Maridueña won top acting honours in their Kids' choice awards categories, delighting fans of The Thundermans: Undercover and Cobra Kai . Digital creators also featured prominently. MrBeast won Favourite Male Creator, reflecting the growing influence of online content creators among young audiences. Rihanna received the ICON Silver Blimp award for her outstanding contributions to music, beauty, and activism. The live-vote categories added an interactive twist. SeanDoesMagic took the SpongeBob SquarePants Rock Bottom Plunge after audience votes. The 2025 Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards celebrated creativity, talent, and fun. Tyla's role as host and winner highlighted South Africa's growing influence on the global entertainment stage. The event, with its mix of slime, music, and laughter, connected young fans worldwide. As Tyla said, 'This night is for the kids, the dreamers, and the doers. I'm proud to represent South Africa and share this joy with the world.' The 2025 Kids' Choice Awards proved that the future of entertainment is bright, bold, and full of slime. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1. Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
