Tyla hosts and wins big at 2025 Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards
South African global music star Tyla made her mark at the 2025 Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards (KCAs), hosting the high-profile event at the Barker Hangar in Santa Monica and taking home the award for Favourite Global Music Star, representing Africa.
The awards show is known for its energetic atmosphere and green slime antics. Tyla opened the night with a lively Best of Summer dance celebration featuring the hottest tracks of the season, DJ'd by Benny Blanco and supported by an ensemble of dancers — including a surprise appearance by Smurfette.
This was the 23 year-old singer and fashion icon's first time hosting a major international awards show. Speaking ahead of the event, she described it as a 'full circle moment', having auditioned for Nickelodeon as a child.
'It's crazy how things come around. I just hope I only get a little drizzle of slime,' she laughed. That wish didn't quite pan out — she ended the night soaked, along with fellow presenters Jack Griffo and pop group KATSEYE.
Her win in the Favourite Global Music Star (Africa) category was announced midway through the show. Accepting the award, Tyla said: '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!'
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