A$AP Rocky is set to make history at the 25th annual Tribeca Festival as the inaugural recipient of the Tribeca X Filmmaker of the Year Award.

According to reports, the honor recognizes Rocky’s growing impact across music, fashion, film and brand storytelling — highlighting his evolution from rap superstar to multidisciplinary creative force.

The award will be presented during the Tribeca X program on June 8-9 at Spring Studios in New York City.

Tribeca X was created to celebrate artists, filmmakers and innovators who are redefining modern storytelling through cross-media creativity and brand collaborations. Organizers say Rocky perfectly represents the type of visionary the award was designed to honor.

Rebecca Glashow, CEO of Tribeca Enterprises, praised Rocky for consistently pushing creative boundaries across multiple industries.

“Today’s cultural landscape is being defined by artists and entrepreneurs who push creative boundaries across mediums and industries,” Glashow said in a statement.

While Rocky first rose to fame through music with his breakthrough 2011 mixtape Live. Love. A$AP, he has since expanded his influence into fashion, directing and filmmaking.

Over the years, Rocky has become known for his visually ambitious music videos, cinematic storytelling style and high-fashion collaborations with luxury brands. His work behind the camera has earned praise for blending music, art and film into a unique creative identity.

Beyond music videos, Rocky has also pursued acting roles and creative direction projects that showcase his passion for visual storytelling and cinematic design.

The recognition marks another major milestone for the Harlem-born artist, whose influence continues to stretch far beyond hip-hop culture.

Fans and industry insiders alike are expected to celebrate Rocky’s achievement as Tribeca honors one of the entertainment world’s most influential modern creatives.