Presented by Chaturbate, ‘The Fannys’ Live Awards Show—Hosted by Maitland Ward and Usama Siddiquee—Takes Place April 12 in the Grand Ballroom at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center.
(ROSEMONT, Ill. – April 11, 2025) After two rounds of voting and more than 252,000 ballots cast, the highly anticipated EXXXOTICA Fan Choice Awards (thefannys.com)—better known as The Fannys—is ready to crown this year’s winners. The red-hot awards show returns this Saturday, April 12, as part of the EXXXOTICA Expo weekend, celebrating 20 years of love and sex across America.
Presented by Chaturbate, (chaturbate.com) The Fannys will be hosted by award-winning adult icon Maitland Ward and rising comedy star Usama Siddiquee, whose credits include America’s Got Talent, Comedy Central and Late Night with Stephen Colbert. The star-studded spectacle will take place in the Grand Ballroom of the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, the same venue as the EXXXOTICA Expo.
Fans across the globe made their voices heard at TheFannys.com, selecting their favorite stars and creators in 14 fan-driven categories spanning the adult film and digital entertainment industries. In addition to honoring these fan favorites, the show will include live performances, surprise appearances, and a stage packed with the biggest names in adult entertainment.
Three legends will also be honored with EXXXOTICA Lifetime Achievement Awards: Alexis Texas, RubberDoll, and Lisa Ann (who will not be present to accept in person). Several special industry awards will also be announced during the broadcast.
The evening kicks off with a glamorous Red Carpet Pre-Show, sponsored by PRO 13 (www.basisdx.org), where fans can catch a glimpse of their favorite stars as they strut the crimson carpet and pose for the flashing lights of the adult industry’s paparazzi.
Additional sponsors of The Fannys include LoyalFans (loyalfans.com), Bad Dragon (bad-dragon.com), Your Paysite Partner (yourpaysitepartner.com ), and DarkFans (darkfans.com).
Tickets to the live event are on sale now at TheFannys.com and exxxoticaexpo.com/tickets. A limited number of VIP banquet tables and premium seating options—including drink service—are still available.
The return of The Fannys is one of several major highlights of EXXXOTICA’s 20th Anniversary Tour, which kicks off in Chicago and continues to Miami (June 27–29), New Jersey (October 24–26), and Washington, D.C. (December 5–7).
EXXXOTICA Chicago takes place April 11–13 at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center. VIP and general admission tickets are available now at exxxoticaexpo.com/tickets. VIP packages include a custom T-shirt and show bag, commemorative poster and pin, discounts, exhibitor swag, access to a VIP viewing area with cash bar, and preferred entry to official after-parties.
And don’t forget—Friday is Ladies Free Friday, where all women receive free general admission. Attendees can skip the line by registering in advance at LadiesFreeFriday.com.
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