The Las Culturistas Culture Awards stormed into mainstream pop culture in 2025, keeping fans buzzing with unexpected celebrity wins and viral show moments. Hosted by Matt Rogers and Bowen Yang at Los Angeles’ Orpheum Theatre, the ceremony’s fourth annual edition marked its debut on national television via Bravo, capturing audiences with a playful take on traditional awards shows. From Andy Cohen’s surprise appearances to showstopping star power, the Las Culturistas Culture Awards delivered an evening as wild as it was unforgettable.
Bowen Yang and Matt Rogers opened the night in full Blue Origin space gear, joined by Bravo’s Andy Cohen—who ceremoniously “passed the keys” to the duo for the night. The event leaned fully into comedic chaos, featuring tongue-in-cheek categories such as Titan of Culture, Lifetime of Culture, and the Allison Williams Cool Girl Award. The laughter rolled on as big-name nominees and winking pop culture references dominated the show’s more than 100 quirky classifications.
Some of the top moments and winners from the 2025 ceremony included:
- Lisa Rinna taking home “Outfit of the Year” for wearing “whatever the f–k she wants.” Her heartfelt acceptance speech honored her late mother and called for supporting trans rights.
- Kenan Thompson honored as “Titan of Culture.” Aidy Bryant presented the award in a segment that was both hilarious and touching, cementing Thompson’s status as a comedy icon.
- Allison Janney received the “Lifetime of Culture” award, with Kristen Wiig as presenter. Janney’s witty, pants-free acceptance speech praised the event’s playful spirit and celebrated collaboration within the arts community.
- Andy Samberg snagged the “Creatine Award for Straight Male Excellence,” besting major names like Bad Bunny and breaking through with his unique blend of charm and self-deprecation.
- Paige DeSorbo was awarded the “Allison Williams Cool Girl Award,” highlighting the competition between reality royalty and pop culture staples.
- Gabby Windey and Renee Rapp both enjoyed viral moments as the ceremony’s blend of irreverence and genuine appreciation for pop culture “cultch” brought big reactions online.
Not only did celebrities take home the uniquely “yas-ified” Cultch trophies (described onstage as the heaviest in award show history), but they also contributed to memorable, meme-ready acceptance speeches. Musical performances, surprise red carpet appearances, and a stream of inside jokes kept viewers—and social media—buzzing for hours.
This year’s Las Culturistas Culture Awards broke new ground with its national broadcast, bringing its cult-favorite brand of chaotic humor to a wider audience, and celebrating both the silly and significant sides of culture with exuberance. It’s no surprise the awards show trended across platforms like Instagram and YouTube, with fans sharing favorite bits and celebrity shoutouts throughout the night.
Noteworthy winners and highlights in brief:
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Titan of Culture | Kenan Thompson |
| Lifetime of Culture | Allison Janney |
| Outfit of the Year | Lisa Rinna |
| Allison Williams Cool Girl | Paige DeSorbo |
| Creatine Award | Andy Samberg |
| Best New Artist | Gabby Windey |
| Record of the Year | Lady Gaga (“Abracadabra”) |
| Most Iconic “Exchange” | Angie Katsanevas (“High Body Count Hair”) |
With a blend of heartfelt recognition and over-the-top antics, the Las Culturistas Culture Awards 2025 displayed a night of unforgettable television that only Rogers and Yang could orchestrate. It’s no longer just an insider favorite—it’s the newest staple for pop culture junkies everywhere.
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