The Weeknd to Present at 2026 Crunchyroll Anime Awards: ‘I Wouldn’t Be Here Without Anime’
By Paul Grein
Published on April 9, 2026.
The Weeknd is set to present the award for anime of the year at the 10th Crunchyroll Anime Awards in Tokyo on May 23, 2026. The event, which will be streamed globally, celebrates the creators, musicians, and performances that inspire the global love of anime. The Weeknd credits anime, particularly director Shinichiro Watanabe, for influencing his career, starting with his first project, House of Balloons. Fans worldwide can cast their votes daily for their favorite anime, which is now open through April 15.
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