Dana Vespoli Wins Director of the Year at 2014 XBIZ Awards

Dana Vespoli was the bust-out director of 2013 and over the weekend she was recognized for some of her outstanding work with the trophy for Director of the Year – Non-Feature Release at the 2014 XBIZ Awards.

Her groundbreaking release, Girl/Boy (Dana Vespoli/Evil Angel), earned her the prestigious award. 

“I'm very happy that Girl/Boy received recognition-—and that I won a directing award for it,” Dana said. “That movie meant a lot to me.”

Released in early October, Dana said at the time that the movie came about because of Jiz Lee.

“Jiz is neither a ‘she’ nor a ‘he,’” Dana explained. “Jiz is Jiz, and refuses to be identified by gender pronouns, or be recognized as female or male. It forces people to think when they address Jiz, and this raised a question for me: How do we self identify? Do we leave it up to society, or do we demand society recognize us on our own terms? I have an enormous amount of admiration for Jiz, who chooses the latter.”

The voters had an enormous amount of admiration for Dana, handing her the important trophy.

In October Dana won Best Director – Non-Parody at the 2013 NightMoves Awards.

For more information on Girl/Boy and to view the trailer go to www.evilangelvideo.com/title/1000010042. 

Follow Dana Vespoli on Twitter @danavespoli. Visit her Evil Angel page at http://evilangel-video.com/dana_vespoli/. For everything Dana go to http://risingstarpr.com/news/?page_id=5205.

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Forbidden Fruits Wins Pro Am Release of Year

Last Friday, the XBIZ Awards were announced, and Forbidden Fruits Films took home the honor of Pro Am Release of the Year for their hit title “Mother’s Indiscretion”. Both Jay and Jodi West were on hand for the ceremony along with Callie Calypso, one of the stars of their film “Mother-Daughter Lesbian Lessons 2”. The studio, Jodi West and performer Elexis Monroe were up for a total of seven XBIZ nominations.

“2013 was a banner year—we’re glad to have won an XBIZ Award and hope this is the first of many,” says president and co-owner, Jodi West. “2014 have already started off well and we’re going to have some major announcements in the coming weeks. We’re going to keep the fans satisfied and always coming back for more.”

The award-winning and critically acclaimed “Mother’s Indiscretion” is seven taboo tales of unmanageable passions where mistakes are made, boundaries are crossed and bonds of trust are shattered. The film stars Jodi West, Deauxma, Stacie Starr, Raven LeChance, Levi Cash, Peter Delmar, Jimmy Legend, Luke Longly and Peter Vegas.

Consumers can shop Forbidden Fruits Films’ titles on their website http://www.forbiddenfruitsfilms.com/ or purchase them at their favorite local adult retailer.

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Bonnie Rotten Wins Best Scene at 2014 XBIZ Awards

A week after winning the adult industry’s most prized trophy, Bonnie Rotten took home another big award at the 2014 XBIZ Awards.

At Friday night’s ceremony Bonnie—along with Tony DeSergio, Jordan Ash, Mick Blue and Karlo Karrera—won Best Scene – Non-Feature Release for their work in The Gangbang of Bonnie Rotten (Digital Sin).

“That was definitely a really intense scene,” Bonnie said. “It was a huge fantasy of mine and did it ever come true! Winning Best Scene for something I wanted to do so much is just a huge bonus. It couldn’t be more perfect.”

Last week Bonnie became one of the youngest performers to ever win the AVN Award for Female Performer of the Year. The same scene that got her the XBIZ Award also earned her the AVN Award for Best Group Sex Scene. This month she was also named XCritic Female Performer of The Year.

The Gang Bang scene also won Scene of the Year trophy at the Inked Awards. She also won Performer of the Year 2013 and DVD of the Year (for Whore’s Ink) in that competition.

Her other awards in 2013 included Hottest New Girl at the Sex Awards, and Best All-Sex Release for Meet Bonnie (Digital Sin), Best Ink and Best Social Media Star at the 2013 NightMoves Awards.

This week DreamZone releases a movie that could well be a contender in next year’s awards shows: Rambone XXX. Bonnie is the sexy porn parody version of John Rambo, the role made famous by Sylvester Stallone in the 1980s.

Follow Bonnie on Twitter @thebonnierotten. Her official website is www.bonnierotten.com. For everything Bonnie go to http://risingstarpr.com/news/?page_id=4171. 

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Best Female Performer Britney Amber Booking Ahead to 2014

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British Bombshell Lexi Lowe Graces Club International Cover

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Jessa Rhodes Receives Another Best New Starlet Nomination

Jessa Rhodes is clearly Best New Starlet material, scoring another nomination for the title, this time in the XBIZ Awards fan voting category. That makes four Starlet noms for the wildly popular newbie.

For the 2014 AVN Awards, she has a Best New Starlet nom as well as a nomination for Most Promising New Starlet in the fan voting.

For the 2014 XBIZ Awards, Jessa has Best New Starlet for both the regular category and the fan voting.

Also for the AVN Awards she has Best Supporting Actress for Bikini Outlaws (Wicked Pictures) and Best All-Girl Group Sex Scene for Bikini Outlaws for her work with Samantha Saint and Anna Morna. Bikini Outlaws is also nominated for Best Drama.

XBIZ also has her nommed for Best Scene – Vignette Release with Tyler Nixon in Family Business (Digital Sin). That movie is also up for Vignette Release of the Year. She will also be a Trophy Girl at the XBIZ Awards.

“That is so cool!” Jessa said. “I didn’t even know there were that many opportunities to get Starlet nominations. I can’t wait for the shows in January!”

The wait won’t be as long to catch Jessa on Brandy Aniston’s In With Aniston show on Vivid Radio. She’ll be a guest this Monday.

In With Aniston airs on Sirius XM channel 102 Monday between 5 and 6 pm PST. Call 1-855-99-VIVID to join in. Visit http://vivid.com/vivid-radio for more information.

Jessa has several movies coming out this week, including I’m in Love With a Stripper (Zero Tolerance), directed by Mike Quasar and featuring Jessa on the cover. She’s also on the cover of Laid in Lingerie 3 (3rd Degree), which streets next week. The Twenty: Hottest Girls (Digital Sin) came out last week.

For everything Jessa go to http://risingstarpr.com/news/?page_id=6089. For up-to-the-second updates, follow her on Instagram and Twitter (@JessaRhodesXXX)

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Remy LaCroix Takes 21 Nominations for XBIZ, AVN Awards

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Dana Vespoli Receives 2014 XBIZ Awards Fan Nomination

When XBIZ rolled out their fan voting nominations this weekend and Dana Vespoli scored yet another nomination despite there being no nomination opportunities for directors, movies or specific scenes.

Dana scored a MILF Performer of the Year nom, bringing her current nomination total to 25: 17 for the AVN Awards, 7 for the XBIZ Awards and one for the Erotic Lounge Awards. She is clearly the breakout director of the year, with an unbroken string of hits in 2013, Editor’s Choice reviews for every feature she’s released this year, and an incredible and diverse collection of nominations.

Not only is she being nominated for her directing and performing, but for technical aspects of her work as well. AVN nominated Dana for Best Screenplay, Best Editing and Best Music Soundtrack for Forsaken.

She also is being recognized for all types of different scenes: Best Double Penetration Sex Scene, Best Three-Way Sex Scene, Best Boy/Girl Sex Scene, Best POV Sex Scene, Best Safe Sex Scene. She has movies up for Best Wall-to-Wall Release, Best Drama, All-Girl Release of the Year and Gonzo Release of the Year. She has Best Director nominations for both Feature and Non-Feature.

Dana is clearly having more success in more areas than any other single person in the industry. Each of her releases is different from the last, sometimes drastically so. Just look at her releases since October:

Girl/Boy: “gender-twisting vignette [with] traditional porno roles just a tad askew from where their assumptions would normally take them”

Back in Black: All-interracial, all-anal—with all scenes starring Dana

Dana Vespoli’s POV Boy-Toy Strap Adventures: All-anal, with men on the receiving end

Borders of Desire: “a range of perversity, from SM-flavored anal action to public sex to intimate Sapphic play”

Check out the new “Recommended” review of Borders of Desire from Don Houston at XCritic at www.xcritic.com/review/40271/dana-vespoli-borders-of-desire/. For more info on the movie go to http://evilangel-video.com/643-borders-of-desire.html.

This Friday Dana will be appearing on Evil Angel Radio, which airs on Vivid Radio, Sirius XM channel 102 every Friday between 7 and 8 pm PST. Call 1-855-99-VIVID to join in. Visit http://vivid.com/vivid-radio for more information.

Vote for Dana!

AVN Awards: Hottest MILF: http://avnawards.avn.com/voting/category/4

XBIZ Awards: MILF Performer of the Year: http://xbizawards.xbiz.com/voting/v27.php

Follow Dana Vespoli on Twitter @danavespoli. Visit her Evil Angel page at http://evilangel-video.com/dana_vespoli/. For everything Dana go to http://risingstarpr.com/news/?page_id=5205.

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Samantha Bentley Earns Nominations for Female Performer of the Year

UK adult star Samantha Bentley (http://badbentley.com) has solidified herself as one of the top foreign talents in the industry, earning nominations for Foreign Female Performer of the Year in the 2014 XBiz Award (http://xbizawards.com) and 2014 AVN Awards (http://avnawards.com). The busty beauty has had a stand out year in adult, performing in highly recommended films such as Rocco Siffredi's Perfect Slaves, Tanya Tate's Brit School Brats and her first self-titled release, Samantha Bentley is Filthy.

"I am so honored to be nominated in the 2014 XBiz Awards and 2014 AVN Awards!" Samantha said. "I've worked hard all year and it feels incredible to be internationally recognized."

The 2014 XBiz Awards are presented by Fleshlight and winners will be announced in a gala awards show hosted by former celebrity adult star Jenna Jameson on January 24, 2014 to take place at Century Plaza Hotel in Century City.

For more information about the 2014 XBiz Awards, please visit XbizAwards.com.

Celebrating its 31st award show, the 2014 AVN Awards will take place on January 18, 2014 in Las Vegas, NV at The Joint located in the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino. The award ceremony will be hosted by acclaimed adult stars Chanel Preston and Samantha Saint. 

For more information about the 2014 AVN Awards, please visit avnawards.com.

Breakout UK star Samantha Bentley is nominated for Female Foreign Performer of the Year in the 2014 XBiz Awards and 2014 AVN Awards.

For more on Samantha Bentley, visit the Samantha Bentley network:
www.BadBentley.com

www.Twitter.com/Bad_Bentley
www.SamanthaBentley.tumblr.com

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Rising Star PR Clients Dominate With 150 Noms for AVN, XBIZ Awards

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Jessa Rhodes Scores 3 AVN Awards Nominations, 2 for XBIZ Awards

Newcomer Jessa Rhodes made a big splash in the awards announcements in the past week, scoring five major nominations for the 2014 AVN Awards and 2014 XBIZ Awards.

Announced this week, AVN nominated her for Best New Starlet, Best Supporting Actress for Bikini Outlaws (Wicked Pictures) and Best All-Girl Group Sex Scene for Bikini Outlaws for her work with Samantha Saint and Anna Morna. Bikini Outlaws is also nominated for Best Drama.

Last week XBIZ came out with their nominations and Jessa received their Best New Starlet nomination, as well as Best Scene – Vignette Release for Family Business (Digital Sin). 

Two movies starring Jessa are also up for major awards: Family Business for Vignette Release of the Year: Family Business and Bikini Outlaws for Couples-Themed Release of the Year.

Jessa has also been named a Trophy Girl for the XBIZ Awards.

The freshman superstar has several new movies coming out this month, including The Twenty: Hottest Girls (Digital Sin) this week. She also have two two covers coming up in December: I’m in Love With a Stripper (Zero Tolerance) and Laid in Lingerie 3 (3rd Degree).

Jessa debuted in 2012 on her 18th birthday. She was the Hustler Honey in the magazine’s December 2013 issue.

Jessa has obtained the services of Rising Star PR to help her with the increasing media opportunities. The press can email info@risingstarpr.com. To book her contact xxxjessarhodesxxx@gmail.com. 

For everything Jessa go to www.risingstarpr.com. For up-to-the-second updates, follow her on Instagram and Twitter (@JessaRhodesXXX). 

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Nikita Von James Nabs 3 2014 XBIZ award Noms

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Romi Rain Receives Best New Starlet Nomination for 2014 XBIZ Awards

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Kelly Shibari Nominated for Best Non-Sex Acting Performance at 2014 XBIZ Awards

Curvy Asian beauty Kelly Shibari has received nominations in two categories for the 2014 XBIZ Awards, held at the Century Plaza Hotel in Los Angeles, California on Friday, January 24. Shibari is up for Best Non-Sex Acting Performance, while her movie, “Chubby Safari,” is nominated for Best Fetish Release.

“It’s an honor to be recognized by an industry publication such as XBIZ,” says Kelly. “This year has been simply amazing; branching out into non-sex acting roles and continuing to produce films has been a part of my growth, and I have been consistently humbled by the many opportunities that have been presented to me. As a non-traditional performer in this industry, it’s a recognition that certainly does not go unnoticed. Thank you, XBIZ, for these nominations.”

Her foray into non-parody, non-sex performing has merited the plus size beauty her first Best Non-Sex Acting Performance nomination, in Wicked Pictures’ Summer Loving. The film features Asa Akira as the young, beautiful Keiko, who grows restless in her small town existence, as she dreams of what’s beyond the town limits. When a drifter arrives in town, the attraction is undeniable, much to the concern of her mother. As Asa’s single mother, Kelly translated the script and presented dialogue in her native tongue for the majority of the film under the direction of Barrett Blade. Of her performance, film reviewer Dr Chauntelle raves, “Kelly Shibari, who speaks Japanese in the film, is amazing. She adds depth and dimension to every project she touches.” For more information on Summer Loving, visit http://www.wickedb2b.com/movies/summer-lovin.

2013 also presented Kelly with the opportunity to release content from her Feminist Porn Award winning site, PaddedKINK, in DVD format through distributor Monarchy Distribution. Of the released titles of the year, her ode to plus sized performers with “furry” and pet play fetishes, Chubby Safari, received a Fetish Release of the Year nomination. The DVD features 4 scenes ranging from solo to large toys in various kink / fetish scenarios, including puppy play, pony play, zentai, and more. For more information on Chubby Safari, visit http://www.exiledist.com/shop/032013-kelly-shibaris-chubby-safari/.

Awarded 2013 BBW Performer of the Year by both EXXXOTICA and the 21st Annual NightMoves Awards, Kelly is a true Renaissance woman. Her self-titled, self-produced, and self-marketed project, Kelly Shibari Is Overloaded, was nominated for XBIZ and AVN awards, as well as a Feminist Porn Award, and garnered a NightMoves Best BBW Release award.

As the only plus-sized performer to ever be molded for a Fleshlight, and currently the product model for the plus size offerings from harness company SpareParts HardWear®, Kelly is also passionate about introducing body positive messages into the media spotlight, and exploring the sexuality of people of size. Her article on plus size sexuality and pornography on Jane Pratt’s SAY MEDIA site, xojane, was one of its most popular articles. As a performer comfortable speaking to groups about anti-bullying, plus size sexuality, and self-confidence, the highly accessible porn star regularly chats with fans via her social media accounts on Twitter and Facebook.

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Porn Superstar Lisa Ann Nabs 7 XBIZ Nominations

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Britney Amber Nominated for Best Actress at 2014 XBIZ Awards

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Dillion Harper Nabs XBIZ Nomination for Best New Starlet

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Penthouse Pet Natalia Starr Receives 2014 XBIZ Nomination for Best New Starlet

Polish beauty Natalia Starr has nabbed the nomination for Best New Starlet for the 2014 XBIZ Awards, held at the Century Plaza Hotel in Los Angeles, California, on Friday, January 24.

“I'm so happy to be nominated, and to be recognized, after all my hard work this year!” says Natalia.

The 20-year-old all-natural beauty and one half of The Starr Sisters has had quite a year. Since becoming Penthouse Magazine’s Penthouse Pet for July 2013, the blonde beauty has appeared at fan conventions, hosted club events, presented at award ceremonies. In addition, she has been making the media rounds, and feature dancing all over the country almost every single week. Her appearances are often with big sister Natasha, who brought Natalia into the adult entertainment business and is her number one supporter and biggest fan.

“It’s a huge honor,” continues Natalia, “and I want to thank XBIZ, my fans and my sister and best friend in the whole world, Natasha, who took me on this wild ride with her. I’m having the time of my life!”

Natalia and Natasha Starr will be back on the road, feature dancing at The Platinum Plus in Lexington, Kentucky, December 5 – 7.

Fans can follow Natalia Starr on Twitter at www.twitter.com/NataliaStarrxxx. Both sisters can be followed as a team on Twitter at www.twitter.com/thestarrsisters.

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Adrianna Luna Scores Three Nominations for the 2014 XBiz Awards

XXX idol Adrianna Luna (http://twitter.com/adriannalunaxxx) is celebrating three nominations for the 2014 XBiz Awards (http://xbizawards.com). 

 The talented star is recognized with nominations for her two lead roles in 2013,  Best Actress in a Couples Themed Release for Wicked's Tuff Love and Best Actress in a Parody Release for The Lone Ranger XXX Parody. Adrianna is also nominated for Best Scene in a Feature Release for her role in Wicked Pictures' Underworld. 

"It's such an honor to be nominated in the 2014 XBiz Awards," Adrianna said. "I worked hard to gain recognition in the adult industry and these nominations really validate those efforts. I couldn't be more thrilled!"

The illustrious beauty stars in multiple titles nominated in the 2014 XBiz Awards, movies such as Underworld (Wicked), Women Seeking Women 89 (Girlfriends Films), Tristan Taormino's Guide to Bondage Sex for Couples (Adam & Eve) and Mammoth Dick Brothers 4 (West Coast Productions), proving that the star is beloved by audiences of all genres. 

The 2014 XBiz Awards are presented by Fleshlight and winners will be announced in a gala awards show hosted by former celebrity adult star Jenna Jameson on January 24, 2014 to take place at Century Plaza Hotel in Century City.

For more information about the 2014 XBiz Awards, please visit XbizAwards.com.

Adult starlet Adrianna Luna is recognized with three nominations in the 2014 XBiz Awards; Best Actress - Couples Themed Release, Best Actress - Parody Release and Best Scene - Feature Movie. 

For more Adrianna Luna please visit the Adrianna Luna network: 

www.twitter.com/adriannalunaxxx
www.adriannaluna.blogspot.com
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