Get to Know 2026 Joy Awards Winners

Riyadh hosted the sixth edition of the Joy Awards 2026 on Saturday night as part of Riyadh Season, in a star-studded ceremony that celebrated excellence across entertainment, sports, music, cinema, drama and digital content. 

The event was organized by the General Entertainment Authority (GEA) and brought together Arab and international stars in one of the region’s most prominent award shows.

The evening opened a spectacular opening performance featuring global pop star Katy Perry, setting the tone for a high-production night filled with music, visual effects and live orchestration. 

The ceremony also included performances by Angham, Robbie Williams, Ayed, Il Divo, and other international artists.

Key Winners at Joy Awards 2026

Drama & Television

Best Actor (Series): Abdelmohsen Al-Nimr – Al-Marsa

Best Actress (Series): Kinda Alloush – Taht Sabea Ard

Best Mashreqi Series: Salma

Best Gulf Series: Share’ Al-Asha

Best Egyptian Series: Ashghal Shaqqa Gedan

Best New Face (Series): Tarf Al-Obaidi – Ommi

Best Series Director: Ahmed Katiksizoglu Sarten – Share’ Al-Asha

Cinema

Best Film: Siko Siko

Best Actor (Film): Maged El-Kedwany – Fiha Eh Ya‘ni

Best Actress (Film): Shujoun Al-Hajri

Best Film Director: Omar Al-Mohandes

Music

Best Male Artist: Fadl Shaker

Best Female Artist: Angham

Best Song: Sahhak Al-Shawq – Fadl Shaker

Best New Face (Music): Mohamed Fadl Shaker

Sports

Best Male Athlete: Yassine Bounou

Best Female Athlete: Laila Al-Qahtani

Influencers

Best Influencer: Ryan Al-Ahmari (MrMeme Games)

Best Female Influencer: Rateel Al-Shahri

Honorary and Special Awards

Lifetime Achievement Award:

Farouk Hosny

Forest Whitaker

Diamond Joy Award: Nasser Al-Khelaifi

Honorary Entertainment Award: Saleh Al-Areedh

Personality of the Year: Millie Bobby Brown

Honorary Award: Asala Nasri

Honorary Award: Ahmed Al-Doghji

Honorary Award: Amr Mostafa