Riyadh Turned Into A Celebrity Hotspot At The Joy Awards 2026

The Joy Awards lit up Riyadh this week with a lineup of unforgettable celebrity moments, surprise appearances, and performances that had everyone talking long after the curtains closed

One of the biggest highlights of the night was Katy Perry, who stunned attendees by walking the lavender carpet before taking the stage for a special performance.

@toxicdoii i was so shocked seeing her there omg but her preformance was SO good @Katy Perry #fyp #fypシ゚viral #xyzbca #katyperry #joy_awards ♬ original sound – doii

Her appearance instantly became a trending moment — not just because she was there, but because she chose to wear a striking dress by Saudi designer Waad Al Oqaili, giving regional talent a major global spotlight.

The excitement continued with Millie Bobby Brown, who attended to accept the Personality of the Year award

@globalcelebhub2 milliebobbybrown for winning personality of the year at @Joy Awards #milliebobbybrown #JoyAwards2026 #StrangerThings#fyp #PersonalityOfTheYear ♬ original sound – global celeb hub2

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In a sweet and relatable moment, she gave a shoutout to Stranger Things during her speech — a nod that landed perfectly with fans, especially as many in Saudi had just watched the latest season.

Bollywood icon Shah Rukh Khan also delivered a standout moment

@r.2s.0 شاروخان 🥺❤️. #اكسبلور #جوي_اووردز_2026 ♬ الصوت الأصلي – رهـف | Rahaf

Publicly thanking Turki Al Sheikh and praising the Joy Awards for bringing together such a diverse mix of talent in one place.

And the performances? They delivered

@ii9o02 #joyaward2026 #foryou #foryoupage #explore #viral ♬ original sound – تّـيـم || 🇸🇦Team .

From Boney M bringing pure nostalgia with their legendary 70s hit “Rasputin,” to Robbie Williams sharing the stage with Saudi artist Ayed for an emotional duet of “Angels,” the crowd was treated to a night of music across generations.

Adding to the magic, the ceremony featured a special tribute to the beloved Syrian drama Bab Al Hara, reuniting its stars in a moment that felt both iconic and heartfelt — with Turki Al Sheikh even joining them on stage for a memorable photo to close it out.

@jiii6iii1 #fyp #explore #joyawards #الرياض #riyadh ♬ som original – jay

The Joy Awards once again proved why it’s become one of the region’s most anticipated nights of the year — blending global star power with proud local moments, unforgettable performances, and pure entertainment