42nd Annual XRCO Awards nominees revealed in must-watch presentation packed with top talent
(HOLLYWOOD, CA) The X-Rated Critics Organization (XRCO) has revealed the nominees for the 42nd Annual XRCO Awards through its highly anticipated video presentation, now streaming on the XRCO’s X page at https://x.com/XRCOAwards.
The star-studded nominee announcement video features appearances from a wide range of industry talent, including Ava Amira, Bambi Blitz, Beverly Snow, Bree Brooks, Cali Sweets, Chanel Camryn, Cheerleader Kait, Domonique Simone, Elly Clutch, Freya Von Doom, Gal Richie, Hailey Rose, Hazel Heart, Jenevieve Hexxx, Jennifer White, Kira Noir, Lady LorReign, Lily Craven, Little Puck, Lucy Mochi, Melony Melons, Mena Carlisle, Pam Sanderson, Poppy Cox, Rachel Rampage, Ria Bentley, Ryan Keely, Serenity Cox, Scarlett Alexis, Shawn Alff, Slay Kay, TT Boy and Will Ryder.
Multi-time XRCO Award winner Amber Lynn also appears in the video, announcing the 2026 XRCO Hall of Fame inductees.
Additional contributions to the presentation include Aliya Brynn, Angel Windell, Baphi, Brandi Swan, Caitlyn Baby, Ellie Murphy, Gigi Dior, Hayla Faye, Ivan, Lisa Sparxxx, Lorelai Leigh, Nyla, Peach, Rebecca Love, Sarah Lace, Taylor Nicole and Wendy Raine.
Categories revealed in the video include New Starlet, New Stud, Best Actor, Best Actress, Best Release, and the returning Mainstream Crossover or Documentary category.
XRCO Chairman Dirty Bob praised this year’s presentation, stating, “We’re incredibly excited about this year’s nominee video and grateful to all the performers who participated. The level of talent and creativity on display is outstanding, and it really shows how much the industry comes together to support the XRCO.”
Awards Show Coordinator Alexander “Monstar” Raymond, who edited and co-produced the video, added, “This presentation is something truly unique to the XRCO. It started out of necessity, but it’s grown into something special that people look forward to every year. It’s a labor of love for the industry, and I’ve been proud to be part of it since the beginning.”
The video presentation format was first introduced during the COVID era, when social distancing requirements and remote production inspired a creative alternative to traditional announcements. What began as a necessary adaptation quickly evolved into a fan-favorite tradition, with performers from across the industry contributing fun, engaging, and often playful clips that bring a unique energy to the nominations reveal each year.
The 42nd Annual XRCO Awards will take place on Sunday, May 24, 2026, the day before Memorial Day, at Boardner’s in Hollywood, located at 1652 N. Cherokee Ave. This is a free, industry-only event, open to all professionals working in the adult entertainment industry. To attend the event, RSVP at XRCORSVP.com
Current sponsors of the 42nd XRCO Awards include The Star Factory, WIFEY.com, Adult Empire, Adult Time, AINews.xxx, Angela White, ATMLA, Cherie DeVille, IAFD.com, Inside The Industry, Jules Jordan Video, Krystal Davis, Lexi Luna, LucidFlix, NightMoves Magazine, Sex Doll America, The Elite Agency, The Misfit Effect, Fuzzy Peach Productions, Love Collection and Red Bottom Productions. Additional sponsorship opportunities are available by contacting XRCO Chairman Dirty Bob at DB@XRCO.com.
THE 2026 XRCO NOMINEES:
BEST RELEASE
The Blueprint – Blacked / Pulse
Clout – Wicked Pictures / Pulse
Deadly Vows – Digital Playground
Escape From Camp Conversion – Adult Time / Girlcore / Pulse
Hard Stop – Adult Time / Pulse
Let Me In Too – Pure Taboo / Adult Time / Pulse
Once Upon A Time In The Valley – Wicked Pictures / Pulse
The Red Door – Elegant Angel
Strip – Dorcel / Pulse
Wanted – Digital Playground / Pulse
BEST COMEDY
Bucket List – Sweet Sinner / Mile High / Pulse
Her Best Friends Dad– Sweet Sinner/ Mile High / Pulse
The Holdup, Digital Playground / Pulse
Ink Motel 6 – Alt Erotic
MILF Quest Episode 3 – Brazzers / Pulse
Play – Dorcel / Pulse
Please Hold: A XXX Parody, RayRayXXX/InMelanin
Take A Peep—CharlieForde.com
Visiting My Anal In-Laws 2 – Devil’s Film / Pulse
BEST GONZO MOVIE or SERIES
A Gonzo Showcase Film – Elegant Angel
Amateur Allure – Amateur Allure
Bet Your Ass – Evil Angel
Blacked Raw – Blacked Raw
Ciao Bella – Team Skeet/Reptyle
Slut Puppies – Jules Jordan
Superstar Room – Ricky’s Room
BEST GIRL/GIRL SERIES
Bad Lesbian – Girlfriends Films
Cravings – Slayed / Pulse
Lez Be Bad – Adult Time
Massage Seductions – Sweetheart / Mile High / Pulse
The X-Rated Critics Organization (XRCO) Awards is one of the adult entertainment industry’s most prestigious as well as second-longest-running awards shows. Established in 1984 by a group of dedicated industry critics, the XRCO Awards honor excellence in adult filmmaking, recognizing outstanding achievements by performers, directors, and productions. As an industry-only event, the XRCO Awards provide a unique and exclusive celebration of creativity and innovation in adult entertainment.
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