Digital Playground led the way with six awards. For the second straight year, the company was honored with the fans’ choice for Best Production Company while director Bobby D’s "Jack’s Playground" was the fans’ choice for Best All-Sex or Series. Bobby D’s first feature film, "Contract Star," was named editors’ choice for “Best Feature Production.”
Digital Playground’s Celeste was the fans’ choice for “Best New Director” and publicist Adella O’Neal was given a special award for “Industry Excellence” to acknowledge her work in public and media relations.
Company founder Joone’s lavish, big-budget production, “Pirates,” received a the fans’ choice award in a new category, “First Choice.”
“Each of these awards represents the endless hours put in by our team,” said Digital Playground President Samantha Lewis. “Our synergy this year is unbelievable, and it’s an honor to oversee such a diligent crew.”
Others taking home awards included:
“It’s an honor to be chosen,” said Acid Rain owner Mitchell Spinelli of his company’s selection as Best New Production Studio. “With so many companies putting out great work, to receive this award is extremely exciting.”
Adult photographer and director Suze Randall was honored with a special Lifetime Achievement Award. Her daughter and collaborator Holly was on hand to pick up the award on behalf of her mother.
