Ricky Greenwood received the Urban X Award for Fan Favorite Director on August 27, 2026. This marks the second time Greenwood has won this specific award, having previously received it in 2022.
Urban X Award Recognition
The 2026 Urban X Awards ceremony took place at The Regent Theater in Downtown Los Angeles. The event featured adult stars and creators on the red carpet. Ivan and Chocolate Goddess hosted the ceremony, which included performances by multiple musical artists and entertainment from comedian Pink Foxx.
Greenwood was nominated for Fan Favorite Director. His award was displayed on screen during the ceremony, and attendees cheered upon the announcement of his win. Greenwood was unable to attend the ceremony due to being on set.
Greenwood is a multi-award-winning French-Canadian adult director and writer. He has accumulated accolades for his features and directorial work.
Recent Projects and Industry Presence
Greenwood's work has been featured by Digital Playground, Dorcel, Adult Time, Mile High Media, and Hentaied PRO. In November 2025, he received 64 XMA nominations, including Director of the Year — Body of Work (Narrative).
Digital Playground's "Deadly Vows," a Kung Fu film, was nominated for Best Picture and Best Drama Movie. Greenwood received a Director of the Year — Individual Work nomination for this film. Ryan Reid was nominated for Best Lead Actor, and Elly Clutch for Best Supporting Actor. The film also garnered nominations for Best Sex Scene – Drama Movie for a scene featuring Ryan Reid and Ricky Johnson, and Best Sex Scene – Career First for a scene with Ryan Reid, Damon Dice, Mazee the Goat, and Isiah Maxwell. Additional nominations for "Deadly Vows" included Best Editing, Best Cinematography, Best Screenplay, and Best Art Direction.
Digital Playground's Cowboy film "Wanted" also received nominations for Best Picture and Best Drama Movie, earning Greenwood another Director of the Year — Individual Work nod. Blake Blossom was nominated for Best Lead Actor, and Kylie Rocket for Best Supporting Actor. Kylie Rocket, Charlotte Sins, and Victor Ray were nominated for Best Sex Scene – Drama Movie. The crew for "Wanted" was also nominated for Best Editing, Best Cinematography, Best Screenplay, and Best Art Direction.
Digital Playground's futuristic film "Synthesis" also secured nominations, including Best Picture, Best Drama Movie, and Best Lead Actor for Seth Gamble. It also received a nomination for Best Sex Scene – Drama.
Media Features and Career Background
In July 2026, Greenwood was featured in the Summer Issue of Holly Randall’s Wet Ink Magazine, presented by Stripchat. This was the publication's second issue. Greenwood's six-page feature, titled "Ricky Greenwood," began on Page 26 and included a director’s spotlight, an interview, and photos of Greenwood and his crews by Mad Creativity.
The interview covered topics such as his entry into the industry, shoot preparation, challenging aspects of his job, performer selection for major features, industry changes and adaptation, projects he is most proud of, burnout prevention, and advice for aspiring directors. Greenwood stated that the magazine feature was an extension of an interview he had on Holly Randall's podcast.
Ricky Greenwood entered the adult industry in 2017 with support from Mile High Media Vice President John Blitt. Prior to his work in adult entertainment, Greenwood had a background in mainstream television, reality TV, documentaries, and feature films.
Key Facts
- Ricky Greenwood won the Urban X Award for Fan Favorite Director on August 27, 2026.
- This is Greenwood's second Urban X Award for Fan Favorite Director, having previously won in 2022.
- The 2026 Urban X Awards ceremony was held at The Regent Theater in Downtown Los Angeles.
- Greenwood was unable to attend the ceremony due to filming commitments.
- In November 2025, Greenwood received 64 XMA nominations, including Director of the Year — Body of Work (Narrative).
- Greenwood was featured in the Summer 2026 issue of Holly Randall’s Wet Ink Magazine.
