A host of Hollywood hunks, Tinseltown beauties and singing stars got the thumbs up from their teenage fans at the annual Teen Choice Awards in LA on Friday night. Picking up one of the coveted surfboard trophies for the first time was Avril Lavigne, 22, who won for her hit single Girlfriend which she duly performed in front of a thrilled crowd.
Hosted by teen favourite Hilary Duff and rapper Nick Cannon, the awards feted many of the movie industry's hottest rising stars, including Disturbia hunk Shia LaBeouf who was presented with the Choice movie actor in a horror film gong as well as best breakout male talent.
Hairpsray star Zac Efron also had a winning night after he took home the 'Hottie' award, while his flick High School Musical 2 earned the TV movie award. Fantastic Four beauty Jessica Alba, meanwhile, landed the female hottie title. Joining Avril on the music front were Justin Timberlake and Fergie who picked up favourite male and female artist gongs, while Umbrella singer Rihanna was recognised as best R&B act.