The Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards 2024 made a splash by celebrating its winners in a vibrant event set in Bikini Bottom, marking the 25th anniversary of SpongeBob SquarePants. Among the winners, South African kid influencer Kairo Forbes stood out by winning the Favourite African Kidfluencer award, while popular gamer Kai Cenat, beloved cartoon character SpongeBob SquarePants, and world-renowned gymnast Simone Biles were also honored. The ceremony highlighted the diverse talents and achievements of its winners, bringing joy and recognition to fans of all ages.
In addition to the awards, the event paid tribute to the enduring legacy of SpongeBob SquarePants, a show that has captivated audiences for a quarter of a century. Special segments and nostalgic moments from the series added to the excitement, making it a memorable celebration for fans. Our youngest #LAMag rep, Tholoana Mahabo, attended the awards watch party in Johannesburg, adding to the local excitement and coverage. For those who missed the live event, the Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards 2024 will air on Wednesday, July 17, at 15:00 CAT on NickToons Channel 305 on DStv, offering another chance to experience the fun-filled, slime-covered extravaganza.
“We are thrilled to celebrate the exceptional talent and achievements of this year’s Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards winners. Congratulations to Kairo Forbes for bringing the iconic orange blimp to Africa and inspiring children across the continent.” said Dillon Khan, Vice President of Paramount Comedy Central, Nickelodeon, Viacom International Studios & Creative Services for Africa.
Commenting on her win, Kairo Forbers said, ” Thank you KCA for the nomination and congratulations to all the other nominees. Thank you to my family and everyone who voted for me. I’m very happy and I appreciate your support. I hope that I inspire other kids to have dreams and that they have family that will support their dreams. Thank you, God for all your blessings. Thank you!”
Highlights from Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards 2024 include:
- An energetic opening dance number, featuring Paul Russell performing his hit “Lil Boo Thang,” alongside a montage of all the shows, movies, music and popular internet sensations throughout the year;
- A performance medley from The Kid LAROI of his chart-topping “Nights Like This,” brand-new single “Girls” and smash hit “Stay,” culminating in an epic sliming;
- Athlete, entrepreneur and cultural icon Serena Williams honored with the highly coveted Legend Gold Blimp Award, for her illustrious career spanning the worlds of sports, fashion, beauty and lifestyle, presented by Kelly Rowland;
- A halftime show moment featuring Jelly Roll, Heidi Klum and a marching band, before Jelly Roll is drenched with Slime from the straw of the giant slushy cup on stage;
- An animated Dora the Explorer dousing the audience in the mosh pit with a tropical Slime palm tree;
- A surprise sliming of Henry Golding, as he announced Post Malone as the winner of “Favorite Male Artist;”
- An exclusive teaser clip from the CG-animated film Transformers One, presented by cast members Chris Hemsworth, Brian Tyree Henry and Keegan-Michael Key;
- Underwater scuba divers revealing Jack Black as “Favorite Villain,” before he gets doused in Slime, when he receives an Orange Blimp in his mailbox;
- A centerstage sliming for Reneé Rapp when she accepts her Orange Blimp for “Favorite Breakout Artist;”
- SpongeBob and Patrick chatting with a fellow dynamic duo, Kenan Thompson and Kel Mitchell, before their “Fan-Favorite Movie” win for Good Burger 2;
- The inaugural Nickelodeon Our World award given to 14 honorees and chosen by the Nickelodeon Our World coalition of partners, in collaboration with the Jefferson Awards, a program of Multiplying Good;
- A first-ever multicolor finale sliming, blasted from a surprise giant cake given to SpongeBob for his birthday;
- Appearances from Nickelodeon’s iconic animated characters including the cast of PAW Patrol and Rock Paper Scissors, Lincoln Loud (The Loud House), Sandy Cheeks (SpongeBob SquarePants) and Dora (DORA);
- Celebrity appearances from Iain Armitage, MrBeast, Benny Blanco, Kylie Cantrall, Timothée Chalamet, Billie Eilish, Henry Golding, Mckenna Grace, DeAndre Hopkins, Montana Jordan, Ryan Kaji, Anna Kendrick, Post Malone, Shameik Moore, Rita Ora, Bella Poarch, Raegan Revord, Lexi Rivera, Margot Robbie, Olivia Rodrigo, Adam Sandler, Walker Scobell, Hannah Stocking, Heidi Klum, Jordan & Salish Matter and more;
- And appearances by Nickelodeon talent: Wolfgang Schaeffer, Jahzir Bruno and Lexi Janicek from The Really Loud House; Jack Griffo and Kira Kosarin from The Thundermans; and Young Dylan from Tyler Perry’s Young Dylan.
Look out for the dance challenge on TikTok using #AmapianoSpongeBobChallenge
Following are the Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards 2024 winners:
AFRICAN CATEGORY:
FAVOURITE AFRICAN KIDFLUENCER:
Kairo Forbes
TELEVISION:
FAVORITE KIDS TV SHOW
Percy Jackson and the Olympians
FAVORITE FAMILY TV SHOW
Young Sheldon
FAVORITE REALITY SHOW
America’s Got Talent
FAVORITE CARTOON
SpongeBob SquarePants
FAVORITE FEMALE TV STAR (KIDS)
Olivia Rodrigo (Nini, High School Musical: The Musical: The Series)
FAVORITE MALE TV STAR (KIDS)
Walker Scobell (Percy Jackson, Percy Jackson and the Olympians)
FAVORITE FEMALE TV STAR (FAMILY)
Miranda Cosgrove (Carly, iCarly)
FAVORITE MALE TV STAR (FAMILY)
Iain Armitage (Sheldon Cooper, Young Sheldon)
FILM:
FAVORITE MOVIE
Barbie
FAVORITE MOVIE ACTOR
Timothée Chalamet (Willy Wonka, Wonka)
FAVORITE MOVIE ACTRESS
Margot Robbie (Barbie, Barbie)
FAVORITE ANIMATED MOVIE
Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse
FAVORITE MALE VOICE FROM AN ANIMATED MOVIE
Adam Sandler (Leo, Leo)
FAVORITE FEMALE VOICE FROM AN ANIMATED MOVIE
Anna Kendrick (Poppy, Trolls Band Together)
FAVORITE VILLAIN
Jack Black (Bowser, The Super Mario Bros. Movie)
MUSIC:
FAVORITE FEMALE ARTIST
Taylor Swift
FAVORITE MALE ARTIST
Post Malone
FAVORITE MUSIC GROUP
Imagine Dragons
FAVORITE SONG
“What Was I Made For?”- Billie Eilish
FAVORITE MUSIC COLLABORATION
“Barbie World”- Nicki Minaj and Ice Spice with Aqua
FAVORITE BREAKOUT ARTIST
Reneé Rapp
FAVORITE ALBUM
“GUTS”- Olivia Rodrigo
FAVORITE GLOBAL MUSIC STAR
North America: Taylor Swift
FAVORITE TICKET OF THE YEAR
Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour
FAVORITE VIRAL SONG
“Espresso”- Sabrina Carpenter
OTHER CATEGORIES:
FAVORITE MALE CREATOR
MrBeast
FAVORITE FEMALE CREATOR
Lexi Rivera
FAVORITE GAMER
Kai Cenat
FAVORITE SOCIAL MUSIC STAR
Bella Poarch
FAVORITE CREATOR FAMILY
Jordan Matter/Salish Matter
FAVORITE FEMALE SPORTS STAR
Simone Biles
FAVORITE MALE SPORTS STAR
Travis Kelce
FAVORITE VIDEO GAME
Roblox
Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards 2024 will broadcast on Wednesday, July 17, at 15:00 CAT on NickToons Channel 305 on DStv.
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