LAS VEGAS — The 2021 Inked Awards will open its pre-nominations period on New Year's Day, January 1, ahead of a virtual ceremony in late winter or early spring hosted by Rocky Emerson and Raven Roxx, joined by Will Havoc.
Pre-nominations will be accepted through January 22, followed by the formal nominees announcement January 29 and a final round of voting that will conclude February 14.
"I figured we’d start this coming new, fresh year the right way,” Inked Angels Owner Jason Jones said.
"Originally Inked Angels wasn’t going to hold the awards due to the pandemic but due to overwhelming interest from performers, the show will go on," he continued. "We've always enjoyed planning and hosting the event but with the pandemic and everything going on, we weren’t sure people would be interested."
Jones noted several changes to this year's slate of honors. "Community Member of the Year" has been created to "celebrate the fans and people who support these amazing tattooed performers" with the winner to be announced live during the broadcast.
Additionally, "Best Trans Clip Artist" will join the roster of awards, which include a slate of both panel- and fan-voted categories.
Visit this link on January 1 at 12 a.m. (PST) to begin submitting pre-noms.
The 2021 Inked Awards ceremony will broadcast live from The Vegas Studio in Sin City. The Vegas Studio is one of the event's sponsors; Spunk Lube will also lend sponsorship support for the fifth consecutive year.
Follow InkedAngels as well as Rocky Emerson, Raven Roxx and Will Havoc on Twitter for the latest updates.
Tickets for performers and other industry members are complimentary; ticketing details for the public will be announced later. Direct inquiries to Jason Jones at admin@inkedangels.com, including questions about sponsorship and about nominating an individual for "Community Member of the Year."
