The nominees for the highly anticipated TikTok Awards, presented by CeraVe have been revealed for 2024.
With a jaw-dropping combined following of over 100 million people and 1.1 billion likes, 65 finalists across 13 categories have been nominated.
From viral sensations, sporting heroes to game-changing creators, this year’s nominees represent the very best of TikTok in Australia and New Zealand.
Iconic awards such as Creator of the Year, Music Artist of the Year, and Video of the Year are back, with new awards in the food and beauty and fashion categories making their debut.
"We've added new categories, have a record number of nominees, and exciting new brand partners," said TikTok Australia and New Zealand head of content, Simon Bates.
"From creators who’ve made us laugh, learn, and discover new things, through to those who’ve shaped trends and inspired millions, this night is all about celebrating their incredible impact on TikTok."
"It's now up to the Australian and New Zealand TikTok community to vote to decide who takes out the awards," said Bates.
Melbourne-based creator, Leah Halton is nominated for Video of the Year, with her viral lip-syncing video amassing 916 million views, making it one of the most-watched videos around the world in 2024.
Maddy MacRae, nominated for Creator of the Year, experienced a meteoric rise, after posting comedy sketches to now being a full-time content creator with nearly two million followers.
Paralympics Australia are up for TikTok for Good, after taking to TikTok to share the powerful stories of determination and achievement of incredible para-athletes at the games.
Robert Irwin will take centre stage as this year's host. He'll be joined by former Creator of the Year winners, Indy Clinton and Kat Clark as roaming co-hosts.
Adding to the excitement of the night is an exclusive performance from international superstar, JoJo Siwa.
"After four long years, it's going to be freaking amazing to return to Australia – I've even gotten a kangaroo tattoo since my last visit," said JoJo.
"On TikTok I get to connect with fans all over the world and share my music with them, and now I get to do both with my Aussie fans in real life at the TikTok Awards."
A selection of the finalists for this year's TikTok Awards are below. You can find the full list, here.
Creator of the Year, presented by CeraVe: The night's top honour, awarded to the creator who made the biggest impact in 2024.
Bridey Drake - @brideydrake
Elle Ray - @elleray
Jonah Singer - @jojoasmr
Josh Jessup & Matt Moss - @joshandmattdesign
Maddy MacRae - @maddy_macrae_
Video of the Year, presented by Tinder: Awarded to the TikTok video that went viral, sparked a trend, and created the most joy in 2024.
Cleo Massey's hilarious pregnancy reveal
Neil the Seal finding a new home
Leah Halton's iconic lip-sync video
SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium's chonky baby penguin Pesto
Insert Richie's epic unboxing
Beauty & Fashion Creator of the Year: Celebrating the creator who inspired us the most through unique and creative fashion and beauty content.
Ashlee Day, @ashleedaymua
Christopher Scourtis, @scortezzbeauty
Kishama Meridian, @kishamameridian
Sophie Jordan, @theaussierapunzel
Tatenda Luna, @tatendaluna
TikTok for Good: Celebrating the creator or organisation using TikTok to drive positive change.
Paralympics Australia - @ausparalympics
Edgar's Mission - @edgarsmission
James Chapman - @james13chapman_
Lottie Dalziel - @lottiedalziel
Stephanie Coral Browitt - @stephaniecoral96
TikTok Business of the Year: Awarded to the business that made big moves on TikTok, built a loyal customer base, and grew sales in 2024.
Brooki Bakehouse, Brooke Saward - @brookibakehouse
Chebbo's Burgers, Ali Chebbani - @chebbo
Fayt the Label, Brittany Saunders - @faytlabel
Jaz Hand Made, Jasmine Hand - @jazhandmade
Kaladé, Kat Clark - @kalade
Food Creator of the Year: A brand-new category celebrating the creator who inspired us to cook delicious meals in 2024.
Fatimah Omran, @fatimahomran
Iain ‘Huey’ Hewitson, @huey_on_tiktok
Lily Huynh, @biteswithlily
Michael Finch, @michaelfinch
Victoria Minell, @victoriaminell
High Quality Content Creator: Awarded to a creator whose content is best-in-class.
Chantel Mila, @mama_mila_
Tina Pik and Andy Ling, @hangrybynature
Dr. Karl Kruszelnicki, @drkarl
Kobi Brown, @astrokobi
Tom Forrest, @outbacktom
Last year's awards drew over 2.2 million viewers, and this year’s event, set for November 27th, promises to be even bigger.
Fans will have even more ways to tune in, with the awards streaming on LIVE on @tiktok_australia, with replays available on BINGE, FOX8, and Kayo Sports.
Voting is now open at the TikTok Awards Hub and closes on November 1st. You can vote, here.
