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Snapchat Launches 'The Snappys,' First Creator Awards Set for March 31 in Santa Monica

Snap says the show reflects a creator-first strategy built on recent Snap Star–driven growth.

Overview

  • Comedian and Snap Star Matt Friend will host, and DJ Khaled will receive a Lifetime Achievement Award.
  • Awards will include Spotlight MVP, Best Storyteller, and Breakout Creator of the Year, plus honors across fashion, beauty, sports, music, food, games, collaboration, comedy, and cultural impact.
  • Snap positions the event as recognition of creators’ cultural influence and business impact on the platform.
  • A date discrepancy surfaced as TechCrunch reported March 21, conflicting with Snapchat’s official March 31 timing.
  • Snapchat says nominee lists and additional details will roll out in the coming weeks, following reported Q4 2025 creator posting growth of more than 40% tied to its Snap Star program.