AWARD WINNING MUSICAL ARTIST SEXYY RED SLATED TO PERFORM AT THE 2026 AVN AWARDS SHOW

CHATSWORTH, CA —  AVN Media Network announced today that award-winning hip-hop artist Sexyy Red will be the featured musical guest at the 2026 AVN Awards. Hailing from St. Louise, Sexyy Red rose to prominence with her viral breakout hit “Pound Town,” followed by fan-favorite anthems including “SkeeYee,” “Get It Sexyy,” and “Looking for the Hoes (Ain’t My Fault),” cementing her status as one of hip-hop’s most unapologetic and influential new voices. Her raw authenticity and fearless lyricism have earner her industry recognition. Known for her bold persona and undeniable stage presence, Sexyy Red is a natural fit for the sexist night in entertainment. The Awards will be co-hosted by Abigaiil Morris and ItsLo. Today’s musical announcement was made by AVN CEO Tony Rios. The AVN Awards celebrate excellence across the adult industry and will take place on January 24, 2026, in Las Vegas. 

“Sexyy Red’s fearless energy, authenticity, and chart-driving hits make her an undeniable force in today’s music landscape,” said Tony Rios. “She embodies the confidence and bold self-expression that define the AVN Awards, and we’re excited for her to bring that electrifying presence to our biggest night of the year.”

Dubbed by Rolling Stone as “the hottest thing in hip-hop, all while just being herself,” St. Louis native Sexyy Red is taking the rap world by storm with her bold, confident style and chart-topping hits. Known for her signature flame-red hair and breakout tracks like “Pound Town” and the soulful, Jamie Foxx-sampled “U My Everything” ft. Drake, 2024 marked a banner year for the rising star. After welcoming her second child, she dropped her highest-charting solo single, “Get It Sexyy,” and her In Sexyy We Trust project, which peaked at #17 on the Billboard 200. Sexyy headlined the summer’s biggest hip-hop tour, the "Sexyy 4 President Tour," and made waves internationally with a festival run. She also launched entrepreneurial with Ed Hardy and her lifestyle and cosmetics line, Northside Princess. Her accolades include winning "Best Breakthrough Hip-Hop Artist" at the 2024 BET Hip-Hop Awards, alongside nominations for "Album of the Year" and "Song of the Year." With new music and projects on the horizon in 2025, Sexyy Red continues her meteoric rise as one of hip-hop’s most exciting and unapologetic voices.

Sexyy Red follows an elite lineup of past musical performers featured at the AVN Awards Show, including Lil Wayne, Jason Derulo, Cardi B, Iggy Azalea, FloRida, Doja Cat, Kehlani, and DJ Diplo. These powerhouse artists have delivered unforgettable performances, setting the stage for Sexyy Red to bring her own signature energy to the AVN Awards.

The 2026 AVN Awards Show will be held Saturday, January 24, 2026, at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas. The annual AVN Awards Show is the premier gala of adult video and recognizes titles, individuals, and companies for contributions to, and excellence in, the industry.  Tickets are available to the public at https://avn.com/awards

The 2026 GayVN Awards Show will be held Thursday, January 22, 2026, at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas. The annual GayVN Awards honors work done in the gay adult industry. Tickets are available to the public at https://avn.com/gayvnawards