The prestigious sixth annual WIBA Awards, honoring social media influencers dedicated to making a positive impact on the world, took place amidst the glamour of the Cannes Film Festival on May 24th, 2024, at the renowned Hotel Martinez. The event, attended by hundreds of esteemed content creators responsible for generating some of the year’s most impactful moments online, was a celebration of creativity and influence.
Guests enjoyed a delightful cocktail reception followed by a Gala Dinner, culminating in the eagerly anticipated Awards ceremony, which featured a special performance by Sonique.
Among the recipients of this year’s awards were internationally acclaimed figures and exceptional personalities including Coco Rocha, Lena Mahfouf (known as Situations), Alexandre Maras, Hyram, Sasha Ray, and many others. The coveted Grand Prix WIBA title for 2024 was bestowed upon Burak Ozdemir, the renowned Turkish chef and restaurateur, whose social media following exceeds an impressive 129 million.
The WIBA Awards, administered by the World Influencers Association (WIBA) headquartered in Monaco, stand as the premier international accolade recognizing the impactful contributions of social media personalities across diverse categories.
Previous recipients of WIBA Awards include esteemed influencers such as Maye Musk, Richard Orlinski, Khaby Lame, Nusret Gökçe, Nikkie Tutorials, Gianluca Vacchi, Foodgod, Kat Graham, Kelly Rutherford, Ellen Von Unwerth, and others, cementing the awards’ reputation as a pinnacle of recognition in the influencer community.
The WIBA Awards event not only showcases the most influential social causes but also amplifies the voices of diverse influencers, fosters collaboration, and cultivates a global sense of community among peers. The event typically garners over 200 million impressions, demonstrating its far-reaching impact.
The 2024 WIBA Award recipients represent a diverse array of talents and expertise, spanning industries and regions:
- Burak Özdemir: Grand Prix
- Coco Rocha: Fashion Model Business Icon & Women Empowerment Advocate
- Lena Situations: Motivation & Encouragement Lifestyle Influencer
- Alexandre Maras: Most Influential Journalist in Social Media 2024
- Hyram: Best Influential Skincare Expert
- Mohamed Cheikh: French Contest Winners
- Reem Khabbazeh: Most Influential Social Personality of Middle East
- Lee Levi: Influential Actress in Social Media
- Maxim Ivanchuk: Best Aesthetic Medicine Influencer
- Esteriore Brothers: Best Entertainment Influencers
- Max Mariola: Best Food Influencer
- Sasha Ray: Fashion Lifestyle Influencer
- Jeff Hamilton: Influential Celebrity Fashion Artist
- Pietro Checchi: New Name of Italian Tiktok
- Marcello D’Onofrio: Empowerment Celebrities Management Leader
- Nadine Mirada: European Model Influencer
- Daniel Asante: Social Media Model Influencer
- Alex & Tom: Best Education Influencers
- Elena Hazinah: Best Beauty Influencer
- Angelina Usanova: Social Activity & Philanthropy Influencer
- Francine Ehlke: Best Latin America Influencer
- Youmna Khoury: Influential Beauty Business Leader
- Urvashi Rautela: Influential Indian Star
These remarkable individuals not only inspire but also lead the way in shaping the future landscape of social media influence and activism.
