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Who Won at the 2025 TikTok Awards? Keith Lee, Paris Hilton, Bretman Rock, and More

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Dec 23, 2025 3:44 pm·

By Lauren Schuster

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Creator of the Year: @keith_lee125

The internet’s favorite food reviewer took home the biggest prize of the evening: Creator of the Year. Known for his honest reviews of small, usually struggling local businesses, Keith Lee is doing his part to shed a light on and uplift some of the best local restaurants across the country.

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Video of the Year: @bretmanrock

Comedian, vlogger, and former beauty guru Bretman Rock took home Video of the Year for his hilarious video dancing with his pet chickens to Doechii’s “Anxiety.” Rock raises his chickens in his backyard in Hawaii and has increasingly involved them in his TikTok content, much to the delight of his followers.

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Rising Star of the Year: @findjeremiah

Love Island star Jeremiah Brown is known for posting fun, relatable videos that connect with his followers. His TikTok content often involves him participating in humorous trends and hanging out with friends, which helped him build a loyal following after being on the show.

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Breakthrough Artist of the Year: @alexwarren

Alex Warren first gained fame as a co-founder of Hype House, a since-disbanded TikTok content house, where he and others in the group collaborated, posting pranks, lifestyle, and other content. Warren has since transitioned into a serious music career, signed with Atlantic Records, and released his chart-topping single “Ordinary” in 2025.

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Storyteller of the Year: @tinekeyounger

Tineke “Tini” Younger, TikTok’s favorite chef, is cooking up more than just food: she creates an emotional connection with her audience. In addition to her delicious recipes, she also shares insights into her personal life, including her relationship with her doting husband, Antoine Wright, in her TikToks.

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Muse of the Year: @parishilton

2000s icon Paris Hilton is known for being an entrepreneur and media personality who also now has a major presence on TikTok. She was recognized for her influence across fashion and pop culture on the app this year.

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TikTok for Good Award: @valentinebrothers

This brother duo is made up of Pat Valentine and his brother Zach, who has down syndrome. The pair is known for their content focused on community, kindness, and positivity, showcasing how they enjoy everything from everyday life to international travels together.

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My Show is On Award: @dayanechrissel

Spanish language TikToker Dayane Chrissel is best known for her “chisme potente” or “powerful gossip” TikToks, where she dives into the hottest gossip surrounding influencers, reality stars, and more.

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MVP of the Year: @mariahcrose

Creator Mariah Rose is known for her content recapping sports “for hot girls” to help get more women interested in the male-dominated world of sports. She creates TikToks summarizing important updates about the NFL, NBA, and more with a fun, gossip-y tone that reels in and educates her viewers. For even deeper dives, she also hosts a podcast called “Hoop for Hotties.”

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Okay Slay Award: @katiefanggg

Beauty influencer Katie Fang is known for her “Get Ready with Me” videos where she shares her makeup and skincare recommendations with her followers. She also chats with her followers about what’s going on in her life, from starting out as a fed-up restaurant server to her current life as an undergraduate student at New York University.

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I Was Today Years Old Award: @lawbymike

Mike Mandell uses his humorous, over-the-top TikTok videos to educate his followers on laws around the world and best practices for a wide variety of life situations. From prison rules in Japan to what to do if the police knock on your door, Mandell explains it all for his viewers.

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Immediately Added To Cart Award: @klothesminded

Known for her TikTok Shop fashion finds, Shamela is always showing off her favorite looks online. She is known for finding the best shapewear, jackets, loungewear and more.

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CapCut Creator of the Year: @recider

Known for his stunning cinematography, Nicholas Adams delivers powerful storytelling in his short but impactful TikTok videos that feel more like mini films. Nostalgia, romance, horror, and more: Adams’ videos make his viewers feel it all.

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TikTok LIVE Creator of the Year: @eliesparzaa

Spanish-language creator Elizabeth Esparza is known for her relatable and fun family TikTok content. She is also known for her entertaining and engaging livestreams on TikTok Live, earning her the award.

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