SpongeBob SquarePants Making History as First-Ever Animated Award Show Host at 2024 KCAs

Who lives in a pineapple under the sea and is about to make award show history? Sponge! Bob! Square! Pants!

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With his best friend Patrick Star by his side, the porous icon will host the Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards 2024, marking the first time (ever!) that animated characters will host a full-length award show. SpongeBob and Patrick are voiced by Tom Kenny and Bill Fagerbakke, respectively.

SpongeBob and Patrick will host the KCAs from Bikini Bottom via “enhanced graphics and advanced augmented reality,” according to Nickelodeon, which will also simulcast the ceremony on TeenNick, Nicktoons and Nick Jr. Nominees and presenters will be announced at a later date.

The duo’s high-profile gig is part of Nickelodeon’s celebration of SpongeBob SquarePants’ (wait for it) 25th anniversary. The landmark occasion will continue to roll out with new SpongeBob episodes on Nickelodeon in July, along with the Netflix debut of Saving Bikini Bottom: The Sandy Cheeks Movie on Aug. 2.

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“ SpongeBob SquarePants combines creator Stephen Hillenburg’s love of the ocean with his passion for animation and love of quirky character comedy,” Kenny says. “From its first splash, SpongeBob has resonated with people of all ages, and I’m truly grateful to celebrate 25 years of positivity, optimism, and nautical nonsense. Our entire cast and crew look forward to celebrating SpongeBob ‘s Silver Jubilee with our friends and fans across the globe!”

Hit PLAY on the video above to watch a teaser for the 2024 KCAs, airing Saturday, July 13, then drop a comment with your thoughts below. Which cartoon character(s) would you like to see host an award show?

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