The 2025 Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards celebrated an exciting night of entertainment with a host of top-tier winners and a healthy dose of the show’s iconic green slime. Hosted by Grammy Award winner Tyla, the event featured a staggering 5,000 gallons of slime, fostering a fun and engaging atmosphere that highlighted both music and television.
Sabrina Carpenter emerged as a standout star of the evening, taking home three awards: favorite song for “Taste,” favorite female breakout artist, and favorite album for her project, “Short n’ Sweet.” Other notable winners included SZA, who claimed the title of favorite female artist, and Bruno Mars, named favorite male artist. Benson Boone earned the favorite male breakout artist award.
In television categories, “The Thundermans: Undercover” was recognized as the favorite kids TV show, with Kira Kosarin winning favorite kids female TV star for her role in the series. Meanwhile, “XO, Kitty” took home the favorite family TV show, and Xolo Maridueña won favorite family male TV star for his role in “Cobra Kai.”
Film accolades went to “Wicked,” which was awarded favorite movie, and Ariana Grande won favorite movie actress for her portrayal of Glinda in the adaptation. Jack Black also received accolades, winning favorite movie actor for “A Minecraft Movie” and earning the “King of Comedy” Silver Blimp for his multifaceted career.
The night was filled with exciting performances, featuring skateboarding feats by Tony Hawk and Katelyn West, as well as musical acts by Machine Gun Kelly and KATSEYE. Several celebrities, including Malia Baker and Terry Crews, made special appearances, enriching the event’s festive spirit.
Fan engagement was at an all-time high with live-vote categories, where SeanDoesMagic took a thrilling plunge on the SpongeBob SquarePants Rock Bottom Plunge, and Samantha Lorraine and Jacob Rodriguez sought to find Dora’s missing backpack during a fun adventure.
The full list of winners showcases a diverse array of talent across music, film, and television, reflecting the dynamic and vibrant landscape of entertainment cherished by children and families alike. The event not only recognized outstanding achievements but also underscored the importance of creativity and entertainment in the lives of young audiences.
Overall, the 2025 KCAs served as a joyful celebration of talents across generations, spreading positive energy and reinforcing the fun culture that Nickelodeon promotes.