The X-Rated Critics Organization (XRCO) has announced that the 2025 XRCO Awards will be held on Sunday, May 25, 2025, at Boardners in Hollywood. This annual event, established in 1984, is exclusive to adult industry professionals and celebrates achievements in adult entertainment.
Event Details and Purpose
The 2025 XRCO Awards will take place at Boardners, located at 1652 N. Cherokee Ave. in Hollywood. The event is free and open exclusively to adult industry professionals, offering a night of recognition, networking, and celebration. The XRCO Awards are one of the longest-running awards in the industry, honoring the artistry, creativity, and innovation of adult films.
Dirty Bob, XRCO Chairman, stated that the XRCO Awards highlight the work and achievements in adult entertainment. Alexander "Monstar" Raymond, XRCO Awards Show Coordinator, described the event as a celebration of the adult industry and a party, not just an awards show.
Sponsorship opportunities for the 2025 XRCO Awards are available. Further details and updates can be found on XRCO.com.
Nominee Announcement and Featured Talent
The nominees for the 2025 XRCO Awards were unveiled on May 5, 2025, in a video featuring over 60 industry stars. This video, co-produced by XRCO chairman Dirty Bob and Alexander “Monstar” Raymond, is available for viewing at www.loyalfans.com/xrco.
The video announces contenders across more than 30 categories, including Best Release, Female Performer of the Year, Male Performer of the Year, New Starlet, MILF Performer of the Year, and Trans Performer of the Year. Luminaries who announced nominees include Alexis Fawx, Alexis James, Anna Claire Clouds, Casey Calvert, Caitlyn Baby, Chanel Camryn, Charlotte Stokely, Christy Canyon, Dharma Jones, Eliza Eves, Gal Ritchie, Gigi Sweets, Hailey Rose, Hime Marie, Jason Luv, Jillian Janson, Leana Lovings, Lexi Luna, Lily Craven, Maitland Ward, Micky Lynn, Nicole Aria, Nikki Dial, Numi Zarah, Payton Preslee, Piper Perri, Piper Press, Richelle Ryan, River Lynn, Sasha Pearl, Selena Ivy, Sinatra Monroe, Tyffany Million, Tyler Faith, and Will Ryder.
The 2025 XRCO Nominee Announcement Video also features skits and contributions from Ameena Green, Avery Black, Barbie, Bella Lexi, Cali Caliente, Cherry Kiss, Ivan & Friends, Kelsey Kane, Kiki D’aire, Madison Morgan, Mandi Bimbo, Melony Melons, Pamela Sanderson, Rachael Cavalli, Rachel Red, Regina, Riley Kay Carlson, Sarah Arabic, Tylee Texas, Zoe Summers, Krystal Davis, Keke Lou, Cameryn Morie, Riley Jacobs, Carter James, and Sadie Andrews. Raymond commented on the "star power represented in this year's video."
Past and Future XRCO Events
The XRCO Awards have a history of recognizing industry talent. In the 2025 XRCO Awards, Gal Ritchie won Best New Starlet, and Ariel Demure won Trans Performer of the Year. Ricky Greenwood won Best Director - Features for the third consecutive year. The XRCO Awards show itself was nominated for Most Popular Industry Award Show at the 2025 Urban X Awards.
Looking ahead, the X-Rated Critics Organization has already announced details for the 2026 XRCO Awards. The 2026 ceremony is scheduled for Sunday, May 24, at Boardners. Sarah Arabic and Melony Melons will co-host the 2026 XRCO Awards. Caitlyn Baby and Nyla have been named the official trophy presenters for the 2026 event. Fuzzy Peach Productions has signed on as a sponsor for the 42nd Annual XRCO Awards in 2026.
Key Facts
- The 2025 XRCO Awards will be held on Sunday, May 25, 2025.
- The event location is Boardners in Hollywood, at 1652 N. Cherokee Ave.
- The XRCO Awards are an industry-exclusive, free event for adult industry professionals.
- Dirty Bob is the XRCO Chairman, and Alexander "Monstar" Raymond is the XRCO Awards Show Coordinator.
- Nominees for the 2025 awards were announced on May 5, 2025, in a video on www.loyalfans.com/xrco.
- The 2026 XRCO Awards are scheduled for May 24, 2026, also at Boardners.
