LOS ANGELES—Venus Lux has launched a petition asking that the X-Rated Critics Organization (XRCO) Awards include specialty categories, most notably for transgender performers but also for other categories recognized by other award shows. The award-winning TS porn star and director has filed a Change.org petition, which has collected close to 100 signatures so far.
“I created this Change.org petition because there is a lack of advocacy and visibility for genres that aren't included at the XRCO Awards,” said Lux. “I am calling upon fellow performers, producers, directors, and fans to help create evolution. XRCO is one of the oldest awards ceremonies in the adult industry, going on 32 years, yet it is one of the last award ceremonies to give recognition to transgender, gay, and BBW performers. These are just some examples of growing genres that could use more visibility and support.”
The petition will be sent to XRCO organizers Dirty Bob, Dick Freeman, and the XRCO Awards. To view and/or sign the petition, click here.
The 32nd annual XRCO Awards are set for June 22 at OHM Nightclub at Hollywood and Highland. The XRCO announced the addition of two new award categories this year: Best Lesbian Performer will be awarded to the female performer who consistently displays excellence in scenes with other women, while the All in the Family category will cover the best in fauxcest-themed movies. These, and other awards, will be handed out as part of the XRCO Awards show.
“XRCO is one of the few award ceremonies that I enjoy supporting, especially last year, when I presented an award to Asa Akira," Lux noted. "But I feel it's time to include other genres, to showcase an equal comradery.”
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