Joy Awards – Full Detail
What Are the Joy Awards?
The Joy Awards are a grand annual entertainment awards ceremony held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The event celebrates excellence in films, TV shows, music, digital creators, sports, and cultural icons. It brings together top Arab and international celebrities on one global stage.
The awards are organized by Saudi Arabia’s General Entertainment Authority (GEA) and are a major highlight of the country’s entertainment calendar.
📅 History & Importance
The Joy Awards were officially launched in 2019 and have grown rapidly into one of the most prestigious entertainment events in the Middle East. Every year, the scale, international participation, and global attention keep increasing.
The event is usually held in January and attracts millions of viewers across the Arab world and beyond.
🏆 Award Categories
The Joy Awards honor talent across multiple industries, including:
🎬 Cinema
- Best Film
- Best Actor (Film)
- Best Actress (Film)
📺 Television & Drama
- Best Series (Gulf, Egyptian, Levant)
- Best Actor in a Series
- Best Actress in a Series
🎵 Music
- Best Song
- Best Male Artist
- Best Female Artist
- Best New Artist
📱 Digital & Influencers
- Favorite Male Influencer
- Favorite Female Influencer
🌟 Special Honors
- Personality of the Year
- Lifetime Achievement Award
- Joy Honorary Award
- Diamond Entertainment Industry Award
🗳️ Voting System
One of the unique features of the Joy Awards is public voting. Fans vote for their favorite nominees through the official Joy Awards platform, making it a fan-driven celebration rather than only jury-based.
🎉 Recent Highlights
- The Joy Awards have welcomed Hollywood stars, global musicians, and Arab superstars.
- Live performances, red carpet fashion, and emotional speeches are major highlights.
- International celebrities have received Personality of the Year and Lifetime Achievement honors.
🌍 Why the Joy Awards Matter
The Joy Awards aim to:
- Celebrate creative excellence
- Connect Arab and global entertainment industries
- Promote Saudi Arabia as a global entertainment hub
- Give fans a direct voice in choosing winners
