LOS ANGELES — XBIZ Award-winning director Axel Braun is adding a new stipulation for adult performers who wish to appear in sexually explicit roles in any of his movies: effective immediately the minimum age requirement will be 21.
“If the law says you are not old enough to handle alcohol responsibly, then you are probably not ready to make a career decision that will have such strong repercussions on the rest of your life," Braun said. “After 23 years in the business I have come to strongly believe that an 18-year-old fresh out of high school has a completely different perspective on life than he or she will have three years later, and I just want to allow them enough time to make a more informed, mature decision. This may not be a popular choice, but it is a personal one, and it is what my conscience tells me to do. I simply don’t feel comfortable anymore shooting talent under 21.”
This policy will be in effect for all Axel Braun Productions movies, as well as for all projects directed by Braun for other companies.
Axel Braun Raises Performer Minimum Age to 21
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
Angela White Leads Latest From Brazzers
Multi-XMAs winner Angela White stars with Victor Ray in the latest release from Brazzers, titled "BuZZed and Boned."
Ariel Demure, Lulu Chu Star in New Transfixed Release
Reigning and two-time XMAs Trans Performer of the Year Ariel Demure stars with Lulu Chu in the latest release from Transfixed, titled "A Matter of Principal."
Elizabeth Skylar, Isa Bella Topline 'Tempted by the Babysitter' From Sweetheart Video
Elizabeth Skylar and Isa Bella headline “Tempted by the Babysitter” from Mile High Media studio imprint Sweetheart Video.
Kira McKay Makes Her WIFEY Debut
Kira McKay stars with her husband Jerome and Dan Damage in the latest release from Vixen Media Group studio imprint WIFEY.
Calita Fire Toplines 'Swingers Resort' From Private
Calita First headlines the latest release from Private, titled “Swingers Resort.”
Octavia Red, Vince Karter Star in Latest From Elegant Angel
Recent XMA winners Octavia Red and Vince Karter star in the latest release from Elegant Angel, titled "Octavia Red Demure in Paris."
Ricky Johnson on Building His Enterprise One Sleepless Night at a Time
Ricky Johnson is always in motion. Even as he takes time out of his busy shooting schedule to chat with XBIZ, there’s restless energy behind the calm. This makes it easy to envision a younger version of Johnson, back when he arrived on the adult scene with no connections — but a great deal of persistence.
Ameena Green on Delayed Gratification and Finding her 'Synthesis' Moment
In an industry that sometimes moves at breakneck speed, Ameena Green is taking it slow.
FreeUse to Drop New Limited Series 'The Seed Act'
FreeUse will premiere a three-part limited series on Thursday, titled “The Seed Act.”
Sadie Summers, Yhivi Star in Latest From Spankbang Gold
Sadie Summers and Yhivi star in the latest release from Spankbang Gold, titled "Inside: The Coopers — A Free Use Story."