Love Island USA standout Jeremiah Brown took home the Rising Star of the Year award at the first-ever TikTok Awards in the United States, held on December 18, at the Hollywood Palladium.
The event, livestreamed on TikTok and Tubi, celebrated the most influential and creative voices shaping culture on the social platform.
Hosted by actress and media personality La La Anthony, the ceremony brought together top creators across entertainment, food, fashion, sports, education, and more. While content creator Keith Lee was honored as Creator of the Year, and Paris Hilton was named Muse of the Year, Brown emerged as one of the night’s standout winners with his Rising Star accolade.
We first met Brown as a contestant on Season 7 of Love Island USA, where he quickly became a fan favorite. Since leaving the villa, Brown has translated his reality TV success into growing influence on TikTok, where he engages millions of followers with relatable content reflecting his personality and lifestyle.
Winning Rising Star of the Year came as a genuine surprise to Brown, something he openly shared moments after the ceremony.
“TIKTOK RISING STAR OF THE YEAR!!!! If you saw my reaction you know I had NO idea I could have won this award. GOD DID!!!” Brown wrote on Instagram. “I can’t thank those enough who voted for me, I would have never thought I would be here. I remember doing book reviews with 60 people watching it. Now we have an award from the most globally downloaded app.”
The Rising Star of the Year award recognizes emerging creators who have made significant impact within a relatively short span, and Brown’s growing footprint on social media clearly resonated with audiences and industry peers alike.
His win underscores how reality television personalities can successfully leverage their platforms to cultivate meaningful digital careers beyond traditional entertainment channels.
Congratulations, Jeremiah!
Photo Credit: Instagram: – FindJeremiah
