In a star-studded evening celebrating the best of TikTok, many creators found themselves left out of the 2024 TikTok Awards held in Sydney. While the event was meant to showcase a diverse array of talent, several notable influencers expressed their disappointment at not receiving an invitation. Among them was Ellie Peach, a nurse with over 130,000 followers, who took to social media to share her feelings. Despite the absence of a healthcare category, Ellie felt her contributions warranted recognition. She lamented, ‘I was not invited to the TikTok Awards,’ highlighting her desire to represent women in a predominantly female industry. Other healthcare professionals, including Dr. Katie and Dr. Michael, echoed similar sentiments, with Dr. Michael emphasizing the importance of connections in the industry. Australia’s media personality, Abbie Chatfield, offered her perspective, reassuring Ellie that the awards might not be as glamorous as they seem. ‘You’re missing out on nothing… these awards nights aren’t as fun as they appear on social media,’ she noted. The TikTok Awards aim to celebrate various creators, but this year, many felt overlooked. As the awards night unfolded, it became clear that the reality of such events can differ greatly from expectations, leaving some creators feeling excluded and frustrated.
