Tagged: 5th annual tranny awards

Buck Angel Named First Winner of Best FTM Performer Category at 5th Annual Tranny Awards

Burbank, CA – FTM Advocate and Performer Buck Angel won big at the 5th Annual Tranny Awards last month as the inaugural winner in the Best FTM Performer category.   This is the first year the Tranny Awards have expanded their categories to include FTM adult stars.

“It was essential that our Tranny Award categories included all transgender performers and the different orientations within the community,” stated Grooby Productions owner Steven Grooby. “The Tranny Awards is the only event of its kind, specific to the transgender adult community, so we wanted to ensure that our show was really special for all those involved. A big congratulations to Buck on all his hard work and for being the first recipient of our Tranny Award for Best FTM Performer.”

Buck Angel stated, “Thank you so much Grooby and the Tranny Awards for recognizing my work in the adult industry. This being the first year for this award makes it even more special to me. I have looked forward to the day that the genre of FTM porn would start to get its own category and here it is. Let’s hope next year it’s even bigger. WOOF!”

As an icon of popular culture, Buck Angel’s passionate message of empowerment through self-acceptance and being sexually comfortable in your own skin has struck a profound chord with people all over the world. In live appearances that include YALE University and IdeaCity 2010, Buck encourages people to think outside the box as he re-defines gender and expands perspectives on sexuality. His unconventional core concept is expressed by the phrase he coined: “It’s not what’s between your legs that defines you!” It has proved to be a remarkable insight and validation for men, women, and those who identify as neither, both, or other.

He is an award-winning pioneering filmmaker as well as the first transman recipient of the AVN Transsexual Performer of the Year award as well as numerous Feminist Porn awards.

This visionary filmmaker, advocate, educator, and motivational speaker launched Buck Angel Entertainment as a vehicle to produce multimedia projects including his groundbreaking mainstream documentary, “Sexing the Transman,” It is appearing at film festivals around the globe.

In 2012 he was elected to the board of directors of the Woodhull Sexual Freedom Alliance and works to support that liberty as a human right. He has been a contributor to the Huffington Post and in 2013 was appointed as a writer for their “Gay Voices” blog. Visit www.buckangel.com for more information.

Kink.com Returns to Sponsors Kinkiest T-Girl Domme Award at 5th Annual Tranny Awards

Burbank, CA – Mainstream porn company Kink.com returns to sponsor their coveted Kink’s Kinkiest T-Girl Domme at the upcoming Fifth Annual Tranny Awards on February 17, 2013 at the Beyond the Stars Palace in Glendale, CA. The honor also comes with a $1000 cash prize.

“The Kink Award is a chance for us to really recognize the work of our top models, and the passion they bring to their shoots with us,” said Tomcat, director of the company’s Ts sites. “We’re proud to support the Tranny Awards as they celebrate the best in Ts porn.”

Grooby Productions owner Steven Grooby added, “We’re thrilled that such a fantastic company like Kink has returned not only to sponsor the Tranny Awards, but also to present their prized Kink’s Kinkiest T-Girl Domme Award again.  Last year’s winner was Yasmin Lee and a very popular choice. The award this year is going to be highly contested as Kink’s websites TS Seduction and TS Pussy Hunters are some of the best in their niche.”

San Francisco-based Kink.com is the world’s leading producer of fetish and BDSM entertainment. Founded in 1997 by bondage enthusiast Peter Acworth, Kink’s mission is to demystify and celebrate alternative sexuality by providing the most authentic and ethical fetish entertainment. Kink.com’s Ts division includes both the award-winning TsSeduction.com and newly launched TsPussyHunters.com.

For more information about the Tranny Awards, including pre-sale tickets to the show, please visit www.trannyawards.com.  Media inquiries should be directed to kristel@grooby.com.

Rupaul’s Drag Race Contestant Jujubee to Host Fifth Annual Tranny Awards

Burbank, CA – Grooby Productions is proud to announce Rupaul’s Drag Race fan favorite Jujubee as the host of the upcoming Fifth Annual Tranny Awards on February 17th, 2013 at the Beyond the Stars Palace in Glendale, CA.

“I’m a very firm promoter of equality in every walk of life,” said Jujubee. “I believe beauty comes in all forms, so let’s dazzle the eyes of the beholder on this magical evening.”

Jujubee is best known for her involvement on Rupaul’s Drag Race Season 2 on Logo, quickly becoming a fan favorite in the competition. She then appeared as a drag professor on Rupaul’s Drag U for three consecutive seasons and was recently hand-picked for Rupaul’s Drag Race All-Stars, where she was a finalist. A veteran with over 10 years of experience in the entertainment industry, Jujubee’s infectious personality, talent, and professionalism always shine in her performances. Visit her official website at www.jujubeeonline.com.

“The Tranny Awards is growing from strength to strength each year and it’s our mission to continue to improve on a show which is packed with entertainment, quality, and fun,” said Grooby Productions CEO Steven Grooby.  “Being able to attract a celebrity like Jujubee shows that we’ve made giant leaps over the past few years and we’re all looking forward to seeing her on the night.”

The Tranny Awards celebrates the accomplishments of the performers, directors, and companies in the TS adult industry and is currently the only event of its kind. Tickets are available for purchase at www.trannyawards.com. All media inquiries should be directed to kristel@grooby.com.