The 2025 Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards brought laughter, slime, and big surprises. Hosted by Tyla, the event took place on June 21, 2025, at the Barker Hangar in Santa Monica. Fans voted for their favorites, and stars like Rihanna, Sabrina Carpenter, and Jack Black made the night special.
Here are the five most talked-about moments from the show.
1. Rihanna’s Inspiring Icon Award Speech
Rihanna made a virtual appearance to accept the first-ever Icon Silver Blimp Award. She thanked fans and shared a powerful message for young viewers.
“I just want to take this moment to remind all of you that wherever you are right now is significant and crucial to where you are about to go. Own your space in this world and know that you are chosen for greatness.”
The speech ended with a surprise blue slime wave, matching her upcoming Smurfs movie theme.
2. Sabrina Carpenter Wins Big
Sabrina Carpenter was the night’s biggest winner, taking home three awards. She won Favorite Female Breakout Artist, Favorite Album for Short n’ Sweet, and Favorite Song for “Taste”.
“This is so special to me. I’ve always wanted one of these ever since I was a little girl. I will continue to make clean versions of these songs for you.”
Her album had already topped the Billboard 200 and won a Grammy, making this a huge year for her.
3. Benny Blanco’s Heartfelt Win with Selena Gomez
Benny Blanco won Favorite Viral Song for “Bluest Flame”, a collaboration with his fiancée Selena Gomez. He wore an Aerosmith T-shirt and gave a motivational speech.
“I’ve always wanted one of these since I was a kid. Dream anything you can, as big as you can because you guys can do anything you want.”
Though Gomez wasn’t there, fans loved his shoutout to young dreamers.
4. Jack Black’s Double Sliming
Jack Black had a hilarious night, winning two awards. He got the King of Comedy honor and Favorite Movie Actor for A Minecraft Movie.
“Are you kidding me? I didn’t see that coming. You got me.”
He was slimed twice, staying in place for the second wave. His Nacho Libre co-stars Ana de la Reguera and Héctor Jiménez presented his award, adding a fun Mexican touch.
5. Tony Hawk & Katelyn West’s Skateboarding Stunt
Skateboard legends Tony Hawk and Katelyn West wowed the crowd with on-stage tricks. They later announced the Favorite Kids’ TV Show award.
The moment turned chaotic when The Thundermans: Undercover stars Jack Griffo and Kira Kosarin got slimed in a loud, messy ceremony.
Other Highlights
SZA won Favorite Female Artist and Favorite Music Collaboration for “Luther” with Kendrick Lamar.
Ariana Grande took Favorite Movie Actress for Wicked and Favorite Song from a Movie for “Defying Gravity”.
Machine Gun Kelly performed “Cliché” with his daughter introducing him.
KATSEYE sang “Gnarly”, introduced by Ice Spice, ending in a slime shower.
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