Posted: 27/02/2024
Pornhub Announces Sixth Annual Awards Show Honoring The Best In Adult Entertainment
Cecilia Gentili, Trailblazing Trans Activist & Sex Worker Advocate, To Be Honored With Lifetime Achievement Award Posthumously
Sex Workers Outreach Project Behind Bars To Be Honored With Charitable Contribution From Pornhub
Fan Voting Is Now Open On pornhub.com/awards
NEW YORK (February 27, 2024) – Pornhub, the world’s premier adult entertainment community, announced today the sixth annual Pornhub Awards, honoring the biggest and best performers in each of Pornhub’s unconventional categories, top channels and most popular networks. In recognition of the exceptional contributions of performers in the adult industry, Pornhub will reward all winners with generous cash prizes and continuing our relationship with Sex Workers Outreach Project (SWOP) Behind Bars.
Pornhub will also commemorate the legacy of the late Cecilia Gentili, a pioneering trans activist and unwavering champion for the rights of sex workers, by posthumously presenting her with this year’s Lifetime Achievement Award. Having previously worked in the industry, Cecilia devoted herself to combating the stigma and discrimination surrounding sex work, tirelessly working to secure their rights to safety, healthcare, and fair treatment. Along with the award, Pornhub will donate to an organization in her honor.
“In honoring Cecilia Gentili with the Lifetime Achievement Award, we celebrate her unwavering commitment to championing the rights of sex workers and marginalized communities," said Alexzandra Kekesi, Head of Community and Brand, Pornhub. "The award is an expression of our sincere gratitude for the profound and enduring impact that Cecilia's selfless dedication has had on our community. She leaves behind a legacy of empowerment and advocacy.”
Voting for nominees in fan-voted categories is now open on the official awards website, www.pornhub.com/awards. Fans are encouraged to cast their votes daily until March 20th, 2024, to support their favorite performers and channels.
The winners will be unveiled on March 28th, followed by an exclusive celebration at the iconic Whisky A Go Go in Los Angeles. Embracing the spirit of early 90's decadence on the Sunset Strip, attendees can anticipate an evening brimming with nostalgia and extravagance, paying homage to the era’s vibrant nightlife scene. Keep an eye on the red carpet for our Brand Ambassadors Aria Nathaniel, Asa Akira, Kira Noir, Natassia Dreams, Queenie Sateen, wearing custom looks conceptualized by celebrity stylist Briana Andalore and fashion brand SEKS.
Renowned personality Riki Rachtman, famed for his iconic role as host of MTV’s Headbangers Ball, will co-host the evening's festivities.The event will feature an electrifying musical performance by a surprise headlining act, accompanied by the dynamic sounds of Trash World, the official DJs for the night. Winners will be officially announced on March 28, 2024
Pornhub continues its supportive partnership with SWOP Behind Bars; a national social justice network dedicated to the fundamental human rights of sex workers, victims of trafficking, and their communities with a focus on those currently incarcerated or seeking re-entry. The organization was selected by Pornhub to receive a donation based on the strength of their mission and dedication to advocacy for marginalized communities.
“Pornhub’s generous contribution will help sustain our ability to support sex workers and marginalized individuals entangled within the complexities of the criminal justice system,” said Blair Hopkins, Executive Director, SWOP Behind Bars.
Not your usual awards ceremony, the Pornhub Awards stand out as the only awards show entirely driven by data, with winners and fan-voting nominees determined using algorithms based on video views, porn star searches, and more. This year’s awards boast fifty categories including a new fan-voting category (Favorite Trans Channel) to celebrate the diversity and inclusivity of our platform. For a glimpse of what's to come, visit www.pornhub.com/awards.