Stand Up & Stand Out
One teen will win $20,000, be featured on Complex, and hit the red carpet for a movie premiere with Matthew McConaughey.
Benefiting
In Partnership with AITTeen of the Year is proud to support the just keep livin (JKL) Foundation in their mission to empower teens to lead healthier lives. JKL serves over 3,500 students annually in 23 cities across the U.S. to encourage students to make positive life choices that improve their physical and mental health through fitness, wellness, community service, nutrition, and gratitude.
You Just Gotta Keep Livin
Teen of the Year Ambassador
Matthew McConaughey
Texas native Matthew McConaughey is one of Hollywood's most sought-after leading men. An actor, author, producer, and philanthropist, he and his wife Camila founded the just keep livin Foundation to empower high school students with tools to lead active lives and make healthy choices for a better future.
Always on Trend
Complex Networks is a multimedia and entertainment company that covers the music, fashion, and pop culture that speaks to today’s youth. In addition to the grand prize, Complex will provide the Teen of the Year the opportunity to dive into the latest trends, tell their story, and become a face of their generation.
Special Guests
Nicole & Christian Laeno
Social media personalities Nicole and Christian Laeno prove that you can turn passion into purpose at any age. Nicole started dancing at age seven, eventually landing professional gigs and amassing an online following of over 10 million. Christian has played music for over 18 years and now pursues a career in finance. The two share their journeys to inspire young people everywhere.