Grabby Awards Announce Trophy Studs

CHICAGO — Gay Chicago magazine has announced the names of the four Trophy Studs who will be accompanying hosts Chi Chi LaRue and Honey West at this year’s Grabby Awards show: Aaron James, CJ Knight, Ricky Parks and Blake Riley.

“We have searched for the hottest men coming up in the industry to be the 2008 Grabby Trophy Studs,” Gay Chicago’s Mark Nagel said. “I feel that if one of these boys don't turn you on, I think you’d better make an appointment with a doctor.”

The studly quartet will assist West, LaRue and celebrity cohosts Jake Deckard, Dean Flynn and Trevor Knight in the handing out of the trophies to winners at the evening’s event.

The Trophy Studs will, as a long-standing tradition at the Grabby’s, slowly disrobe as the evening progresses. At the end of the ceremony, an auction is held to purchase the underwear right off the Trophy Studs’ bodies.

Rascal Video exclusive Blake Riley is on a roll, having recently been crowned Best Newcomer at the 2008 GAYVN Awards and is nominated for six Grabby’s, including Best Newcomer.

“I’ve already been blessed with so much this year, and the fact they’ve asked me to be a Trophy Stud is a true honor,” Riley said. “I’m really excited for the Grabby’s — I like trophies and now I get to be one.”

COLT Man Ricky Parks is the right man to represent COLT Studio Group and all the COLT Men at this year’s Grabby Awards Show,” COLT Studio Group President John Rutherford said.

Parks, who just wrapped his first COLT movie, will also be at this year’s International Mr. Leather (IML) convention signing at the COLT booth and handing out memorabilia.

“Fans should be sure to stop by and give Ricky your best,” Rutherford said.

“I am having so much fun working with Chris Steele and the people at Jet Set and appearing on MTV’s ‘True Life’ that being part of the Grabby’s this year is just icing on the cake,” Jet Set Men exclusive Aaron James said.

Hot House exclusive CJ Knight is up for three Grabby trophies as well, including the coveted Best Newcomer award.

The Grabby Awards will be held on May 24. For more information, visit the Grabby site.

Copyright © 2026 Adnet Media. All Rights Reserved. XBIZ is a trademark of Adnet Media.
Reproduction in whole or in part in any form or medium without express written permission is prohibited.

More News

2026 TEAs Nominees Announced

Nominees for the 2026 Trans Erotica Awards (TEAs), presented by Clips4Sale, have been announced. The ceremony will return to the Avalon in Hollywood on Sunday, March 8.

JD Directs New Arya Santana Showcase

Evil Angel has released director JD’s latest showcase, titled "Bad Behavior: Arya Santana."

The Game to Bring West Coast Fire to X3 Expo Grand Finale

Multi-platinum West Coast rapper The Game will close out X3 Expo grand finale, presented by Chaturbate, with a high-octane live performance at the Hollywood Palladium on Saturday, Jan. 17, delivering a finale built on swagger, legacy and raw LA energy.

Anna Bella Makes Her Studio Debut in Latest From Immoral

Anna Bella has made her studio debut in the latest release from Immoral Productions, alongside Matt Bird and studio honcho “Porno Dan” Leal.

Danni Jones Returns to Pervz

Danni Jones stars with Ryan Mclane in the latest episode of the Pervz series "ShoplyfterMYLF," titled "Case No. 8004409 — Weren’t You My Tutor?"

Former IEAU Officer Sentenced to 4 Months

Amanda Gullesserian, who performed in the industry under the name Phyllisha Anne and founded the now-defunct International Entertainment Adult Union (IEAU), has been sentenced to four months’ imprisonment for making a false statement in an IEAU federal financial report.

Sky Wonderland, Melody Marks Front Latest From Blacked Raw

Sky Wonderland and Melody Marks star with Sheem in the latest release from Vixen Media Group (VMG) studio imprint Blacked Raw.

2026 XBIZ LA Conference Schedule Announced

XBIZ is pleased to announce the release of the full show schedule for the XBIZ 2026 conference, set to take place Jan. 12-15 at the Kimpton Everly Hotel in Hollywood.

Grooby Kicks Off 30th Anniversary With Aubrey Kate Return

Two-time XMAs Trans Performer of the Year Aubrey Kate returns to Grooby for the first time since 2017, starring alongside Chris Epic to mark the commencement of the studio’s 30th anniversary year.

Octavia Red Stars in 'No Need for Men' From Futanari XXX

Octavia Red stars with Ava Amira in “No Need for Men Pt. 1,” from Futanari XXX, directed by studio honcho Romero.

Show More