If you feel a rumble in the adult industry, it’s probably the sheer momentum of Ariel Demure’s incredible year. The glamorous and versatile trans performer is already a multi-award-winner, but her trophy case might need a serious expansion. Demure just snagged two major nominations for the 2025 Urban X Awards: Sexiest Trans Star and Transgender Star of the Year. With a year packed with standout projects and a legion of devoted fans, the question isn’t if she’s deserving, but how many trophies she’ll walk away with.
A Year of Passion and Power
This isn’t just another nomination for Ariel; it’s the culmination of a period of intense creativity and hard work. Beyond her acclaimed scenes for top-tier studios, Demure took the reins this year to self-produce her own passion project, the stunning “Gorgons & Goddesses,” proving she’s not just a star performer but a visionary creator. This move taps directly into the growing industry trend of performers taking creative control and building their own empires.
Reflecting on her whirlwind year, Ariel’s gratitude is palpable.
“I’ve had some great projects over the past year with some of the best studios and directors in the biz. I was also fortunate to self-produce my own passion project… But to be nominated and win awards for all of this on top of this has just been incredible. I can’t thank my fans and friends enough for nominating me.”
From Prom Queen to Industry Royalty
Ariel Demure’s star quality isn’t new. Long before she was collecting industry awards, she was crowned prom queen in high school—a perfect foreshadowing of her future reign. Her journey saw her evolve from a makeup artist and drag performer in Fort Lauderdale to one of the most in-demand talents in the business. Directors like Ricky Greenwood and Jim Powers have sung her praises, hailing her as the “total package” of beauty, professionalism, and powerhouse performance.
Her chameleon-like ability to rock any hair color and her throwback glamour have made her a standout, but it’s her sparkling personality and down-to-earth wit that have solidified her connection with fans and colleagues alike.
In a recent interview with Fleshbot after another award win, she summed up her philosophy simply: “I just try to work really hard and put out the best product possible.” That dedication has clearly paid off.
The Fan Factor: Your Vote Counts!
In today’s creator-driven landscape, fan engagement is everything, and Ariel’s fans are her not-so-secret weapon. The Urban X Awards are decided by votes, and the star is rallying her supporters to help her bring home the gold. The #rockthevote campaign is already buzzing across social media, where you can follow her journey at @ArielDemure.
Fans hoping to cast their ballot can head to urbanxvoting.com. You’ll find Ariel in the Sexiest Trans Star category on Page 1 and the Transgender Star of the Year category on Page 5. Remember, you can only vote once per IP address, so make it count!
Mark Your Calendars
The winners will be crowned on Sunday, August 17th, at the historic Regent Theater in Downtown Los Angeles. The 2025 Urban X Awards promises to be a spectacular night, hosted by the dynamic trio of Isiah Maxwell, Lacy Lennon, and Ebony Mystique.
As the date approaches, all eyes are on Ariel. Whether she walks away with one award or two, her impact this year is undeniable. But as she says herself, a win would be the ultimate validation.
“It would be amazing to win one or both of these awards, so please vote for me.”
* Photo from asnhub.com
