The 2025 Webby Awards
The Big Winners include New Creator Categories
The 29th Annual Webby Awards, widely regarded as the internet’s most prestigious honor, announced its winners on April 22, 2025, with the official awards ceremony scheduled for May 12, 2025, at Cipriani Wall Street in New York City. Hosted by comedian Ilana Glazer, the event celebrates excellence across websites, video, advertising, apps, social media, podcasts, and new creator categories
Major Individual Winners
Taylor Swift, Kendrick Lamar, Rihanna, Selena Gomez, Walton Goggins, Keke Palmer, Jimmy Fallon, Jason & Travis Kelce, Taika Waititi, and Simone Biles were among the high-profile winners, recognized for their impactful work across digital and entertainment platforms
Special Achievement Awards
- Dr. Fei-Fei Li: Webby Lifetime Achievement Award for her contributions to artificial intelligence and ethical AI23.
- Snoop Dogg: Webby Entrepreneur of the Year for his innovative approach to creative entrepreneurship23.
- Walton Goggins: Best Actor for performances in The White Lotus, The Righteous Gemstones, and Fallout23.
- Amelia Dimoldenberg: Honored for her creative celebrity interviews on Chicken Shop Date3.
- Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett: Advocate of the Year, in partnership with the NAACP, for advocacy and community dialogue.
- Marcello Hernández: Recognized for redefining comedy on Saturday Night Live3.
- Jools Lebron: Crush the Internet Award for her influential online trend3.
- The MeidasTouch Podcast: Podcast of the Year for political commentary3.
Brand and Organization Highlights
- Google: Named Brand of the Year with seven wins and nine People’s Voice awards3.
- iHeartMedia: Podcast Company of the Year3.
- NBCUniversal: Webby Media Company of the Year3.
- Other recognized brands include A24, YouTube, Letterboxd, and organizations such as the Elton John AIDS Foundation, National Immigration Law Center, and Whitney Museum
Notable Category Winners
New and Expanded Categories
- The 2025 Webbys introduced new creator categories, recognizing digital creators such as Trixie Mattel, Zach King, and others for their originality, engagement, and influence.
- Judging criteria span content, creativity, user experience, engagement, and innovation across all digital media types.
Judging and Selection
Winners are selected by the International Academy of Digital Arts and Sciences (IADAS), a global body of industry experts, with additional People’s Voice awards determined by public vote.
Ceremony and Viewing
- Date: May 12, 2025
- Location: Cipriani Wall Street, New York City
- Host: Ilana Glazer
- Fans can follow the ceremony and the signature five-word acceptance speeches on social platforms (@TheWebbyAwards) and at webbyawards.com
The 2025 Webby Awards reflect the evolving landscape of the internet, honoring a diverse array of creators, brands, and organizations for their innovative and influential contributions to digital culture.
At Wallafan we are always excited to see creators be recognized for their creativity and innovations. We work hard to empower creators so that they can continue to enrich our world.
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https://deadline.com/2025/04/webby-awards-2025-winners-list-1236373887/
https://www.webbyawards.com/inaugural-webby-creator-winners/
https://winners.webbyawards.com/winners
About the Author
Nikki Lopez is a seasoned professional with over a decade of experience in the startup world, specializing in leveraging creative content and community building to empower content creators. Known for a strategic approach and a deep understanding of audience needs, Nikki has a proven track record of leading the development of engaging content strategies and guiding the growth of thriving communities. Her leadership focuses on fostering meaningful interactions and impactful journeys for both creators and their audiences.
