Lilly Singh is an award-winning entertainer, actress, producer, New York Times best-selling author, gender equality advocate, and President of Unicorn Island. A leading force in pop culture with a digital audience of over 40 million, she has pivoted her successful online career to the big and small screens.
Lilly recently co-wrote, produced, and stars in her first feature film, DOIN’ IT, which premiered at the 2024 SXSW Film & TV Festival and just released in theaters this September 2025. Additional select acting credits include: THE BAD GUYS and its 2025 sequel; HITPIG!; THE MUPPETS MAYHEM (Disney+ Emmy award winning series); THE MINDFUL ADVENTURES OF UNICORN ISLAND (Headspace on YouTube) – which she also wrote/produced.
Lilly has dedicated her entertainment and advocacy work – via Unicorn Island Productions, its non-profit arm, Unicorn Island Fund, and her Lilly’s Library book club – to supporting the advancement of girls and women around the world by using storytelling to spotlight underrepresented voices and challenge social norms. She is also a prominent investor and advocate in women’s sports, with key ownership stakes in professional soccer and basketball teams, most recently serving as ‘Chief Hype Officer’ for the Toronto Tempo.
The Trailblazer Award is presented by Trailblazers, a committee dedicated to acknowledging and championing women in the broadcast industry who excel in leadership, innovation, and empowering the next generation.
