JAMIE MILLER TO OPEN “KIDS’ CHOICE AWARDS (KCAs)” WITH SPECIAL PERFORMANCE OF VIRAL HIT “BABYDOLL,” CAPPING AN EPIC CELEBRATION OF ICONIC DANCE CRAZES THROUGH THE DECADES
“KCAs” to Broadcast Live on CBS and Nickelodeon, and Stream on Paramount+ Saturday, Nov. 14
11/12/2026
Breakout music sensation Jamie Miller will kick off
CBS PRESENTS NICKELODEON KIDS’ CHOICE AWARDS (“KCAs”), with the U.S. television debut performance of his #1 viral hit song “Babydoll,” when the show broadcasts live from Television City in Los Angeles on
Saturday, Nov. 14 (8:00-9:30 PM, ET/5:00-6:30 PM, PT). Featuring a cast of dancers and a cameo by JYT, the high-energy opening number will celebrate some of pop culture’s most memorable dance crazes across the decades before culminating in Miller’s performance, which includes special appearances by Antonio Cipriano and Victoria Justice, setting the tone for an unforgettable night of music, slime and surprises.
Paying tribute to iconic dance moments, spanning from the 1980s to today, the first “KCAs” act will feature a medley of memorable hits, including “Rhythm Nation” (Janet Jackson, 1980s), “Everybody” (Backstreet Boys, 1990s), “Just Dance” (Lady Gaga, 2000s), “Gangnam Style” (PSY, 2010s) and “Which One” (JYT, 2026).
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Hosted by multiplatinum GRAMMY
® Award-nominated
recording artist Alex Warren, the “KCAs” will air on the CBS Television Network and Nickelodeon and stream live on Paramount+ for Premium subscribers in the U.S., with on-demand viewing available the following day for Premium and Essential subscribers. The show will also be available globally on Paramount+ following its linear premiere on Nickelodeon and CBS.
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As previously announced, Chris Pratt
will receive this year’s iconic King of Comedy Award, which will celebrate his standout comedic performances across film and television. Multiplatinum singer-songwriter Ashe
will perform her breakout hit “Stop the Wedding!” while GRAMMY
®-nominated electronic music duo Sofi Tukker will bring their fan-favorite dance anthem “Tsunami” to the “KCAs” stage. Additional show details will be announced at a later date.
About the 2026 “KCAs”
- Production Credits: The “KCAs” are produced by Done + Dusted.
- Official Sponsors: The “KCAs” are sponsored by Burger King®, Wayfair, KINETIC SAND® and Volkswagen of America.
Jamie Miller – “Babydoll” Bio & Boiler
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Full Bio
The right sound can bring out the very best in an artist, amplifying what makes their voice and
perspective distinctive. Finding that sound, however, can take time.
After years of relentless work, building an audience one release at a time, and refusing to give up, Welsh singer-songwriter Jamie Miller has found the sound he always wanted. Instead of looking outward for it, he turned inward, reconnecting with what made him fall in love with music in the first place and unlocking a new level of his artistry. The result is a future-vintage take on pop: all the grit and gusto of the classics, infused with the energy of a new generation.
Exuding tried-and-true soul, embracing live instrument-led production, and flaunting sky-high range, he formally introduces himself with his new single “Babydoll,” out now on Republic Records.
“I’m stepping things up in a way I’ve never done before,” he shares. “When I look at my favorite
singers, they’re all timeless. I’ve moved into a classy era and framed myself in a different light, whether it be by wearing suits as part of my brand, taking my dancing more seriously, or dialing in the style. It’s authentic, and I’m having the time of my life.”
Born and raised in Cardiff, Wales, a long grind brought Jamie to this place. He could only dream of leaving his small town as a kid, but he unexpectedly wound up at the doorstep of stardom. Following a breakout on social media in 2020, he delivered the seismic hit “Here’s Your Perfect,” gathering nearly 600 million Spotify streams and leading the way for the Broken Memories EP [2022]. He maintained his momentum with his The Things I Left Unsaid EP [2023] and full-length debut LP, Long Way Home [2024]. FLAUNT Magazine hailed the latter as “a great collection of songs but also a deeply personal, almost confessional project,” and NOTION described it as “packed with emotional depth and a refined pop sensibility.” Beyond selling out global tours, he even performed on The Kelly Clarkson Show.
Operating independently in 2025, he embarked on what would be his next chapter. Rather than follow trends, he made music for himself. He did a deep dive into Motown and classic R&B, which his dad first played for him as a child in Cardiff. Under the influence of Aretha Franklin, Donny Hathaway, and many others, he honed his vision. He didn’t shy away from getting ambitious either.
“I went back to what I grew up listening to and made soulful pop,” he says. “I aim to be the guy
creating real music you can grasp onto. I knew that if I loved it, there was bound to be a crowd of people who loved it too because I’m singing from the bottom of my soul.”
He immediately struck a chord with his most recent single “Babydoll.” Co-written by Jamie and
produced by Michael Blum and Hayley Warner, it opened up his world in dramatic fashion. Throughout the track, cymbals shuffle, guitar wails, and the bass line thumps as the vocals come into focus.
Between steady claps, neon keys, and jazz-y saxophone, he belts out a sticky and sweet refrain as he succumbs to love, “If someone’s gonna wreck me, believe me baby, that someone’s gotta be you.”
“It was the easiest session I’ve ever done,” he exclaims. “Lyrically, it’s a love song. In my previous relationship, sometimes I’d say ‘Babydoll’ as a joke to my partner. Even though there were some hard moments in my personal life over the past few years, a sense of light returned in 2026. There’s so much darkness in the world, so I’m bringing back some joy.”
That joy quickly spread. He posted a series of videos singing and dancing to “Babydoll,” and it sparked successive trends online and even gained the attention of stars across the music, film, television, and sports worlds. It quickly racked up millions of streams and is topping charts across the globe—setting the stage for his worldwide takeover.
With more music on the horizon, Jamie’s light is shining brighter than ever.
“After listening to me, I want you to feel good,” he leaves off. “I hope to be an example that things do get better. The world has seen a few different versions of me over the years, and I’m finally happy with my music, where I’m going, and who I am.”
Boiler
After years of relentless work, building an audience one release at a time, and refusing to give up, Welsh singer-songwriter Jamie Miller has found the sound he always wanted. Instead of looking outward for it, he turned inward, reconnecting with what made him fall in love with music in the first place and unlocking a new level of his artistry. The result is a future-vintage take on pop: all the grit and gusto of the classics, infused with the energy of a new generation. Born and raised in Cardiff, Wales, a long grind brought Jamie to this place. He could only dream of leaving his small town as a kid, but he unexpectedly wound up at the doorstep of stardom. Following a breakout on social media in 2020, he delivered the seismic hit “Here’s Your Perfect,” gathering nearly 600 million Spotify streams and leading the way for the Broken Memories EP [2022]. He maintained his momentum with his The Things I Left Unsaid EP [2023] and full-length debut LP, Long Way Home [2024]. Operating independently in 2025, he embarked on what would be his next chapter. Rather than follow trends, he made music for
himself. He did a deep dive back into Motown and classic R&B, which his dad first played for him as a child in Cardiff. He immediately struck a chord with his latest single “Babydoll,” out now on Republic Records. He posted a series of videos singing and dancing to “Babydoll,” and it sparked successive trends online and even gained the attention of stars across the music, film, television, and sports worlds. The viral hit has quickly racked up millions of streams and is topping charts across the globe—set the stage for his worldwide takeover. Exuding tried-and-true soul, embracing live instrument-led production, and flaunting sky-high range, Jamie Miller is shining brighter than ever in 2026
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Originally published: November 12, 2026.
