Ep 1. The 2019 Teen Choice Awards
- August 11, 2019
The Teen Choice Awards is an annual awards show that focuses on celebrating the achievements and contributions of young Hollywood. This year's show, which marks the 21st edition, took place in Hermosa Beach, California, and featured some of the biggest names in entertainment across television, film, music, and social media.
Hosted by Lucy Hale and David Dobrik, the ceremony kicked off with a high-energy performance by OneRepublic, who got the crowd pumped up with their hit single "Rescue Me." Other musical acts for the night included Blanco Brown, Mabel, and Jordan McGraw, who all brought their unique sounds to the stage.
The night's big winners included some familiar faces as well as some newcomers. Riverdale star Cole Sprouse took home the award for Choice Drama TV Actor, while Stranger Things actress Millie Bobby Brown won Choice Drama TV Actress for the second year in a row. In the film categories, Avengers: Endgame was a big winner, taking home several awards including Choice Action Movie and Choice Action Movie Actor for Robert Downey Jr.
The social media categories were also a highlight of the evening, showcasing the power of influencers and their impact on today's youth. TikTok stars Charli D'Amelio and Addison Rae both won awards, as did YouTube personality JoJo Siwa. The night also included a special tribute to Cameron Boyce, the young actor who tragically passed away earlier this year. Boyce was honored with a posthumous award for his contributions to the industry and his philanthropy work.
Throughout the night, several presenters took the stage to hand out awards and offer their thoughts on the importance of the Teen Choice Awards. Actor and comedian John Stamos received the show's Ultimate Choice Award for his decades-long career in the industry, and used his acceptance speech to encourage young people to follow their dreams and pursue their passions.
Overall, the 2019 Teen Choice Awards was a fun and exciting night that celebrated the best and brightest in young Hollywood. With a mix of music, movies, television, and social media, the ceremony showcased the diverse talent and interests of today's generation.
