Kaela Luna Receives AVN Nomination for Best Trans Newcomer

LOS ANGELES—Kaela Luna has been nominated for Best Trans Newcomer at the 2026 AVN Awards.

“To be nominated by arguably the biggest awards committee in the adult industry is a tremendous honor and such a thrill,” said Luna. “It truly feels like an official recognition by the industry at large, not only for my work so far, but for my potential as well, so whether or not I bring home the award, that already is a win for me!”

“2024 was the year I decided I wanted to do more studio work, and 2025 was the year I did the greatest scenes of my career so far,” she added. “So with this nomination, in 2026, I hope to become known and loved across the industry!”

In 2025, Kaela Luna received TEA nominations for Ms. Unique, Best Self-Producer, Best Hardcore Performer, and Best Girl/Girl Scene for her role in "My New Neighbor is Such a Slut." She has worked with Grooby, TransAngels, Queer Crush, and Trans Roommates, alongside an extensive catalog on platforms like ManyVids and OnlyFans.

To learn more about Kaela, visit her page at KaelaLuna.com and follow her on X: @tskaelaluna