# Instagram Revives ‘Rings’ Award for 2026, Taps High-Profile Judges

URL: https://technosports.co.in/instagram-revives-rings-award-for-2026-taps/  
Published: 2026-10-21  
Updated: 2026-10-21  
Author: Reetam Bodhak

Instagram ([https://www.instagram.com/](https://www.instagram.com/)), the Meta Platforms-owned social media platform, has announced the return of its “Rings” award for its second annual iteration in 2026. The award aims to recognize creators whose work demonstrates creative courage, sparks conversations, and influences culture both within and beyond the platform, a move that reflects ongoing industry developments([https://technosports.co.in/](https://technosports.co.in/)) in recognizing digital influence.

The 2026 “Rings” award will honor individuals for their impactful contributions, moving beyond conventional content metrics to acknowledge the pursuit of ideas and the journey of self-expression.

## Esteemed Judging Panel Announced

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A notable panel of judges has been assembled to nominate and select the 2026 Rings recipients. This year’s panel includes prominent figures from various sectors:  
* Donatella Versace (Fashion Designer)  
* A$AP Rocky (Musician)  
* Emily Adams Bode Aujla (Fashion Designer)  
* FINNEAS (Musician)  
* Chloé Zhao (Filmmaker)  
* Mikaela Shiffrin (Athlete)  
* OSGEMEOS (Artists)  
* Adam Mosseri (Head of Instagram)  
* Charm La’Donna (Choreographer)  
* Eva Chen (Fashion Executive)  
* Will Welch (Journalist)  
* Isamaya Ffrench (Makeup Artist)  
* Vikas Khanna (Chef)  
* Jack Edwards (Creator)

Each judge participated in the nomination process and voted to determine the winners.

## The Award Design

The physical award, a ring, has been designed in collaboration with judge Emily Adams Bode Aujla. The 2026 Ring incorporates a four-leaf clover cut from Connemara marble. This design element symbolizes how creators are perceived to “make their own luck” through intuition and exploration, mirroring psychological observations of individuals who proactively shape their circumstances.

Instagram stated that the full list of 2026 Rings winners is slated for revelation later this month.