Ariel Demure Wins Trans Performer of the Year at 2025 XRCO Awards

HOLLYWOOD, Calif.—Ariel Demure was named Trans Performer of the Year at the 2025 XRCO Awards.

The XRCO Awards ceremony took place at Boardner’s in Hollywood and was a well-attended event. Ariel Demure walked the star-studded carpet in an all-black ensemble.

Cherry Kiss and Gigi Dior hosted the show. When her name was called as the winner, Demure took the stage and thanked her agent, publicist, directors, and studios for their help in achieving her success and winning the award.

“I was stunned when they announced my name—I really didn’t think I was going to win, but I’m so honored. Thankfully, I was prepared (like the class act I am), had a speech ready, and remembered to thank everyone. Thank you, everyone at the XRCOs, for this," says Ariel Demure.

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