Chaturbate Nabs Multiple 2026 XMAs Noms

LOS ANGELES — Chaturbate and its streamers have scored multiple 2026 XMAs nominations.

Major nominations include Cam Company of the Year, Cam Site of the Year — Freemium, Female Streamer of the Year (Heatherbby, Sara Loverays, Mary Moody, Bailey Eilish, Lexi Luv, Naked Bakers, Karma Sutra, and Chloe Wildd), Male Streamer of the Year (Donny Basilisk, Brody Biggs, Coal Daniels, Johnny Stone, Colby Chambers, Brock Cooper, Dirty Drizzy, Hot8pack01, Maximus787, Mr.OMG007, and Tylxxxer), Trans Streamer of the Year (HeartMyArc, Jade49, CaseyKisses, LushianaFitness, Laura Saenz, Jhenna Grey, Emmaxtemptation, Hadley, and Arya Frei), and Streamer Duo of the Year (Blondefoxsilverfox, Sexy Hippies, Jack & Jill, Matty & Aiden, Peppermint & Dusty, Ryan & Chad, and LivntheDream).

“It’s beyond exciting to see the industry recognize the excellence and creativity of our platform’s global community of broadcasters and creators,” said Chaturbate COO Shirley Lara. “Congratulations to all of this year’s nominees.”

The 2026 XMA Awards will recognize the best in the industry on Sunday, Jan. 18, at the historic Hollywood Palladium. In keeping with tradition, select award categories under Web & Technology, Pleasure Products, and Retail will be presented at the two editions of the annual XBIZ Honors ceremonies.

Peer voting has begun on XBIZ.net. Click here for a full list of nominees.

For more information, visit Chaturbate.com.

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