LOS ANGELES — CalExotics is celebrating a hot start to 2026 after two of its executives recently won notable industry accolades.

First, the company’s EVP of Sales, Austin Ferdinand, received the Executive Leadership Award at the retail edition of the 2026 XBIZ Honors & Executive Awards last month.

The award recognizes Ferdinand’s strategic direction, sales leadership, and role in driving sustained growth and strong retail partnerships across domestic and international markets.

“I’m truly honored to receive this award,” said Ferdinand. “It means so much to be recognized by my peers, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to support our retail partners and help them deliver exceptional experiences to their customers.”

Additionally, CalExotics CEO and Founder Susan Colvin was named Business Person of the Year by Sign Magazine in recognition of her visionary leadership and impact beyond the pleasure industry.

“These awards are incredibly meaningful because they represent every part of what we stand for — innovation, leadership, and pushing the industry forward,” said Colvin. “I’m proud of our team and grateful to be recognized alongside such inspiring leaders and products.”

For more information about the 2026 XBIZ Honors & Executive Awards, click here.

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LAS VEGAS — Carmela Clutch is launching a morning show titled “Coffee with Clutch,” which will air live each morning, Monday through Friday, from 9-10 a.m. (PT).

“I love kicking off my day talking to my fans,” said Clutch. “It’s not just for fun; I also answer all of the questions regarding how one becomes an adult content creator, the best way to get into the adult industry, and questions about sexuality, too. You can ask me anything, and if it’s in my wheelhouse, I’ll answer. Plus, this is a great way to get to know who I really am.”

“Coffee with Clutch” will stream live on Instagram.

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SAN FRANCISCO — Ravyn Alexa and Peter Hooke star in the latest clip from ForPlay Films.

Directed by Inka Winter, “Between the Shelves” is set “within an atmospheric library, where two strangers share a romantic, slow-burning encounter and cannot ignore the magnetic pull that exists between them,” the synopsis reveals. “Winter transforms a quiet, book-lined space into a cinematic backdrop where glances linger, tension builds, and a private world unfolds beyond the stacks.”

Hooke enthused about the shoot.

“About a year ago, I had this idea for a scene and pitched it to Ravyn and Inka, who both immediately fell in love with the concept,” he said. “Inka naturally found the perfect set to shoot us in, and I couldn’t be happier with how it turned out. I’m proud to be finally sharing it with all my fans now.”

Winter also shared her excitement about the new release.

“This scene was something I had thought about a lot,” said Winter. “There are so many movies with scenes that carry erotic tension in libraries where people are observing each other through bookshelves. It always felt like the natural progression would be a sex scene, so I was excited when Peter and Ravyn reached out to me to shoot a scene in a library. It turned into everything I wanted it to be.”

The clip is available on Clips4Sale.

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SAN FRANCISCO — Eva Maxim and Zariah Aura star in the latest clip from Peter Hooke.

“I’ve known both Zariah and Eva for years through social media, and it’s just funny how long it took for us to work together,” said Hooke. “When I was coming to visit Eva, it just so happened that Zariah was flying in the same day I was coming to shoot, so naturally, it seemed fate decided this one, and it was well worth the wait. I’m excited to do more.”

The clip is available on Clips4Sale.

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LOS ANGELES — Zariah Aura won her first XMA trophy at the 2026 XMA Awards.

Aura won Best Sex Scene — Orgy/Group (Mixed) for her Adult Time scene “The Bottom Floor: Second Coming.”

“It was very exciting to win my first XMA,” said Aura. “This was one of my most adventurous projects of 2025, and I’m glad it took home the trophy. Working with Michael Vegas, Siouxsie Q, and the entire cast and crew was incredible. Thank you so much, XBIZ.”

For a complete list of 2026 XMA Awards winners, click here.

Additionally, Aura scored seven nominations from the 2026 TEAs, including one for Best Hardcore Performer.

Aura scored three nods for her scene work, as she’s up for Best Girl/Girl Scene for TransAngels’ “Clueless and Horny as Fuck Part 2,” Best Threesome/Moresome Scene for Adult Time’s “LeTS Be Bad – Enemy Envy,” and Best Boy/Girl Scene for Kink’s “I’m The Fucking Boss.”

Aura also stars in three of the nominees for Best DVD, including Adult Time’s “Alley Oopsie,” Adult Time’s “An Unforgettable Moment,” and Grooby’s “Buddy Wood’s Tgirl Rideshare.”

“I saw all the TEA nominations and was so pleased,” added Aura. “Thank you to everyone at the TEAs. I can’t wait to see everybody that weekend and at the awards show.”

For a complete list of this year’s TEA nominees, click here.

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SAN DIEGO — Naughty America is celebrating a fan-driven milestone related to its new Auditions initiative, as its members awarded performer Linzee Ryder 800 stars, helping her secure the lead in an upcoming Big Cock Bully scene.

“I am so thrilled to be sponsored for another Big Cock Bully/Thundercock scene,” said Ryder. “Shooting for Naughty America is always a pleasure, and this was by far one of my favorite scenes thus far. Knowing the fans got me this shoot by voting for me really makes it that much more exciting for me. I can’t wait for everyone to see it.”

Added a rep for Naughty America, “We extend a huge thank you to all the fans who logged in, participated, and supported Linzee Ryder’s audition. By continuing to log in and award stars, members play an active role in bringing future videos to fruition.”

For more information and to rate your favorite auditions, visit NaughtyAmerica.

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CHICAGO — Scarlett Rosewood stars in the latest XXXJobInterviews scene.

The scene features Rosewood as a Cookie Sales Girl who uses her natural skills of sucking, licking, and riding cock to earn an important merit badge.

“Scouting out Scarlett Rosewood was one of our best decisions yet,” said Mr. Johnson. “Not only is she perfect for the job, but I believe other would-be sales girls out there could glean a few solid tips from this incredible young hottie. Not only are we pretty certain she’ll get the job, but the likelihood of bringing her back is high, strictly due to her mind-blowing auditioning skills.”

The scene is streaming on XXXJobInterviews.

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HOLLYWOOD, Calif. — Krystal Sparks stars alongside Victor Ray in the latest scene from Oops Family, titled “Stepson’s Huge Secret.”

As the scene begins, “Krystal, who is the best sexpert in town, struggles to give advice to her stepson, Victor, who is hopeless with the opposite sex,” the synopsis reveals. “Krystal decides to set him up with a colleague of hers, but when she walks in on Victor stroking himself to her pictures, she decides to take matters into her own hands, among other body parts, and strips down to teach Victor how things are done. What follows is a sex therapy session unlike either of them has ever experienced before.”

Sparks enthused about the new release.

“If something needs to be done, in the end, it’s always better to just do it yourself,” she said. “That’s the lesson that you should take away from this scene. Victor needed to be taught a lesson, and I stepped up. You won’t be disappointed that I did.”

The scene is streaming on OopsFamily.

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EDMONTON, Alberta — BullBossJosh stars alongside MaryJDolo and Makayla Moon in a new clip from his Bull Pen Content House series.

The clip features a snowy car threesome filmed outdoors at a rural church in Canada, where the production was careful to be respectful of the property, opting to focus on contrast rather than shock value.

“We wanted the first shoot to say something,” said BullBossJosh. “Using a location that makes people pause or question things was part of that. It wasn’t about being offensive — it was about contrast, atmosphere, and doing something visually different.”

The clip is streaming on OnlyFans.

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