Lizza Scores Triple Telly Win for HITN’s Youth Fest Film Chat

Triple Telly Triumph

Lizza, the actor-activist known online as @xoxolizza, celebrated a major milestone this week: she secured Gold, Silver and Bronze Telly Awards for her appearance on last year’s “Tu Cuentas Cine Youth Fest Film Chat” series on HITN. In an Instagram post, she wrote, “I’m officially a 3x Telly Award winner — GOLD, SILVER & BRONZE — for my episode on last year’s ‘Tu Cuentas Cine Youth Fest Film Chat’ interview series on #HITN! 🙈”

Gold, Silver & Bronze Victories

Out of seven total Telly wins for the HITN network in the Film Chat series, Lizza’s episode picked up three. She captured a Gold Telly in one category, a Silver Telly—unique because it was voted on by the public—and a Bronze in a separate bracket. “Still smiling and dancing with excitement from the news. 💃🏼” she added, translating “Mil gracias y felicidades a todos” as “Many thanks and congratulations to everyone,” underlining her gratitude to supporters and industry peers alike.

Silver Telly – Fans Decide

The Silver Telly held special meaning for Lizza. It was the only award in the mix decided by viewers. “#LovebugNation, thank YOU for your support!! 🫶🏼” she wrote, crediting her fan base for powering that win. The Telly Awards honor excellence in video and television across all screens, and winning multiple medals in one year cements her reputation as a rising talent in bilingual media.

Hitn Network’s Telly Tally

HITN took home seven Telly Awards for the Film Chat series in total. In addition to Lizza’s haul, her friend and fellow guest Chelsea Rendon also earned three awards for her own episode. “Huge congrats are also in order for my dear friend @chelsearendon, who’s episode also took home 3 of the 7 Telly Awards. It’s so well deserved, Chels! 💯”

Behind The Scenes & Team Shoutouts

Lizza didn’t mince words about the team effort behind the series. She thanked the show’s host, Raymond Arturo, calling out “the incredible team in front and behind the camera that brought all these episodes to life.” She also saluted the panel of industry professionals who judged the entries and her collaborators, including producer @thecarmengloria.

Activism On And Off Screen

Beyond entertainment, Lizza uses her platform to drive community engagement. In a recent Instagram post, she shared her excitement after meeting Vice President Kamala Harris at a get-out-the-vote event. “The cherry on top was feeling the infectious energy of what’s possible when we come together!!” she wrote, embedding the conversation in her push for civic participation. (Embed: https://www.instagram.com/p/DBp7eNPs7Ms/)

Her commitment to representation and Latinx excellence—captured in hashtags like #ClassyChingona and #LatinxExcellence—resonates both on social media and in her broadcast work. Winning a public-voted Telly underscores how her audience responds to her blend of charisma, authenticity and advocacy.

Lizza’s triple win marks another chapter in her growing career as an entertainer and activist. With her sights set on more projects that elevate underrepresented voices, she plans to keep using digital and broadcast platforms to shine a light on stories that matter.

Lizza’s celebration is a reminder that audience-driven programming can thrive together with industry recognition—and that when fans and professionals unite, winners like her can dance all the way to the awards stage.

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Ratika Pai

 

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