LARRAY SET TO DEBUT AS MASTER OF CEREMONIES FOR “2021 YOUTUBE STREAMY AWARDS”

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The Creator Community’s Biggest Night Will Stream Live Exclusively on YouTube December 11, 2021

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LOS ANGELES, CA (November 30, 2021) – MRC Live & Alternative and Tubefilter announced today that YouTube creator, comedian and previous Streamys winner Larray will serve as Master of Ceremonies for the “2021 YouTube Streamy Awards,” a celebration of the year’s best online content and creators. The event will premiere and stream exclusively for free on YouTube on December 11, 2021 at 6pm PT/9pm ET.

The announcement was made alongside the official trailer release, which promises a show that will celebrate the community’s favorite creators and discover new ones. Master of Ceremonies Larray, who was a Breakout Creator nominee in 2019 and a winner in the Lifestyle category in 2020, will be joined by best friend Issa Twaimz, taking the show on the road once again in the Streamys bus, following its inaugural run in 2020. Special guests, presenters and performers will be announced in the coming days.

The Streamy Awards, marking its eleventh year as the creator community’s biggest night, honors excellence in online video and the creators behind it in a variety of content verticals and areas of expertise. The annual event is the foremost recognition by which online creators and their work are lauded. 

The “2021 YouTube Streamy Awards” is produced by MRC Live & Alternative and Tubefilter. For more information, visit www.streamys.org. Join the conversation on social media with #streamys and be sure to follow Streamy Awards on YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Snapchat.

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About Larray

Larray is a content creator, recording artist, YouTube sensation, and one of fastest-growing multi-hyphenate creatives. With his signature style and charisma, he has captured audiences worldwide and built a loyal following of fans and 40M followers on social media. Larray has truly made his mark in every industry including food, music, TV, film, and fashion, while also continuing to use his voice in support of the LGBTQ+ community. 

In August 2021, Larray launched his very own restaurant brand called “Larray’s Loaded Mac.” With a twist on his favorite food, “Larray's Loaded Mac” takes a traditional dish to a whole new level. The dish is available on all delivery apps in most major metropolitan cities across the country, with additional locations being added regularly. In line with his entrepreneurial spirit, Larray also recently unveiled his successful merchandise line called "Girlies,” which includes a variety of different merch options in bright pastel colors, etc. The latest drop completely sold out immediately.

In 2020 Larray made an impressive debut into the music industry with his three singles – “Canceled,” “The Race (remix), and “Thanos” – that have amassed 138M+ total video views to date. “Canceled” also amassed 21M+ views in just a few days, cracked the Billboard Hot 100 – marking Larray’s official debut on the chart – and is now RIAA Certified Gold. His music seamlessly blends rap, pop, and comedy, and underscores why he is a promising and versatile artist to watch.

Larray was born, raised and resides in Los Angeles, CA. 

About the Streamy Awards

The Streamy Awards® honors excellence in online video and the creators behind it in more than 45 award categories. Marking its 10th anniversary in 2020, the annual event is the foremost recognition by which online creators and their work are lauded. The Streamy Awards® is produced by MRC Live & Alternative and Tubefilter and is exclusively broadcast by YouTube.

In 2017, the Streamy Awards’ Social Good Awards was created to honor individuals and organizations who use online video and social media to amplify their message, and foster engagement and participation to make a greater, more meaningful impact. The Streamy Brand Awards, launched in 2018, spotlights brand advertising innovation, the creative individuals behind it, and the new wave of celebrities who are helping brands deliver their message. For additional information, visit www.streamys.org.

About MRC Live & Alternative

MRC Live & Alternative is the world's largest producer and proprietor of televised live event entertainment programming with the "Academy of Country Music Awards," "American Music Awards," "Billboard Music Awards," "Golden Globe Awards," "Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest" and the “Streamy Awards.” MRC Live & Alternative owns one of the world's most extensive and unique entertainment archive libraries with more than 60 years of award-winning shows, historic programs, specials, performances and legendary programming. For more information please visit: www.mrcentertainment.com.

About Tubefilter 

Tubefilter is the most trusted and widely read source for YouTube and online video news, analysis, and events. Through its trade news and analysis, community events, and creator advocacy programs, Tubefilter has helped to foster the growth, promotion, and legitimization of a new, independent professional entertainment industry. Tubefilter properties include its flagship publication, Tubefilter News, the Tubefilter Charts, its popular YouTube Millionaires series, and the Streamy Awards. For additional information, visit www.tubefilter.com.

About YouTube

Launched in May 2005, YouTube’s mission is to give everyone a voice and show them the world. We believe that everyone deserves to have a voice, and that the world is a better place when we listen, share and build community through our stories. YouTube is a Google company.