LOS ANGELES—Falcon | NakedSword topped the competition with a remarkable night of wins at the 2026 GayVN Awards on Jan. 22 at The Theater at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas.
NakedSword Originals’ international smash-hit Spain In the Ass was honored with Best All-Sex Movie and Best Directing – Non-Feature (Ben Rush and Alter Sin), while NakedSword X Disruptive Films’ blockbuster thriller Wild Game was awarded Best Feature, Best Directing – Feature (Ben Rush and Jessica Jasmin), and Best Screenplay (Ben Rush). Falcon | NakedSword exclusive Sir Peter was also named Performer of the Year, becoming the first-ever man from Portugal to receive the honor. In addition, Falcon | NakedSword headliner Paddy O’Brian was awarded a Best Actor trophy for his work in Falcon Studios and MENatPLAY’s suited-up featured To The Nines while lauded director Steve Cruz was inducted into the GayVN Hall of Fame.
“We went to Las Vegas with big hopes and even bigger ambition, and the 2026 GayVN Awards delivered,” said Falcon | NakedSword President and CEO, Tim Valenti. “These wins are a testament to a team that isn’t afraid to take risks, push boundaries, and have a lot of fun doing it. I’m beyond excited about what we’re building. Honestly, this recognition just makes us even hungrier for what’s next.”
“We are absolutely honored by the recognition our team received at the 2026 GayVN Awards,” said Ben Rush, Falcon | NakedSword Co-Chief Content Officer and Chief Creative Marketing Officer. “These wins reflect years of passion, collaboration, and commitment to elevating authentic storytelling in LGBTQ+ adult cinema. I’m incredibly proud of every person who contributed; this is a shared achievement for all of us.”
2026 GAYVN AWARD WINS
*Best Feature – Wild Game (NakedSword X Disruptive Films)
*Best All-Sex Movie – Spain in the Ass (NakedSword Originals)
*Performer of the Year – Falcon | NakedSword exclusive Sir Peter
*Best Actor – Falcon | NakedSword headliner Paddy O’Brian, To The Nines (Falcon and MENatPLAY)
*Best Directing – Feature, Ben Rush and Jessica Jasmin, Wild Game (NakedSword X Disruptive Films)
*Best Directing – Non-Feature, Ben Rush and Alter Sin, Spain In the Ass (NakedSword Originals)
*Best Screenplay, Ben Rush, Wild Game (NakedSword X Disruptive Films)
*GayVN Hall of Fame, Steve Cruz
