TikTok launches first regional awards in Southeast Asia, putting Filipino creators on the regional stage

TikTok announced the first-ever TikTok Awards Southeast Asia. The regional star-studded celebration will bring together both iconic and rising TikTok creators across the region to spotlight impactful creators and content that spark community movements.This year, TikTok communities can vote for and support Filipino nominees to represent their country on the Southeast Asian stage. In line with this year's theme of 'The Ones Who Spark It', the TikTok Awards will have multiple phases, starting with the local voting phase from 12 October 2026 to 26 October 2026, where TikTok users across Southeast Asia will vote for their local Country Nominees across 11 categories. In each category, the top-voted local creator will proceed to the next stage as a Country Representative, who will have a chance to become one of TikTok Awards 2026's Southeast Asia Winners.Angga Anugrah Putra, General Manager of Content Operations, Southeast Asia, TikTok, said: "On TikTok, trends don't just happen; they spark meaningful conversations, cultural phenomena, and real-world impact extending far beyond the screen. This year's TikTok Awards Country Nominees have turned their creativity and passion into opportunities to build diverse communities, sustainable livelihoods, and scalable businesses. Through the TikTok Awards Southeast Asia, we aim to give Filipino creators a regional stage where they can continue to inspire authenticity, bring joy, and spark positive impact."Here are TikTok Awards 2026's Country Nominees for the Philippines:Creator of the Year@aynbernos@davaoconyo@urfujickoRising Creator of the Year@ianmark2020@heyitsbaus@eko06004Education Creator of the Year@thisislans_@rebranger@lyqamaravillaSports Creator of the Year@margauxnonato@arianaevangelista02@rubinpatrickFood Creator of the Year@jujumaoo@foodiefredEntertainment Creator of the Year@charlizeruth@spencer_serafica@sesbombchrisBeauty & Fashion Creator of the Year@paupelaez_@thekyliecelebre@andenglangqtLifestyle Creator of the Year@itsjeanette@itsnickosia@bellerodolfoPopular Video of the YearLissential Skills by @jb.suarez"Hanggang Ngayon" Transition Trend by @johnmarkgonnBest Song for Night Run Challenge by @jomaryeeTikTok LIVE Creator of the Year@imryssi@kamille0422@pkprincesstheawolfTikTok Shop Creator of the Year@danibarrettop@aerieljantolentino@d_laurelTo vote for your Country Nominees to become Country Representatives at the TikTok Awards Southeast Asia 2026, please follow these simple steps:Log in to the TikTok app.Search #TikTokAwardsSEA using the TikTok in-app search bar or click this link to access the in-app microsite.Tap on the corresponding "Vote" buttons to support your favourite creators.Each user has at least 15 votes per day to use on any of the Country Nominees across all categories. Multiple votes per nominee or category are allowed.The voting phase for TikTok Awards Country Nominees ends at 11:59PM on 26 October 2026, so vote now!TikTok Awards Country Representatives will be announced on 5 November 2026 in Manila, Philippines. TikTok Awards Southeast Asia Winners will be announced on 27 November 2026 in Bali, Indonesia.