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




