Man, the awards season is heating up fast, and Derek Kage is riding one hell of a wave right now.
This Southern stud, known for flipping between straight, gay, and trans scenes like it’s nothing, just got slapped with a bunch of nominations from both AVN and GayVN for 2026. We’re talking serious recognition across genres—acting chops, wild group action, trans hookups, even some kinky VR stuff. The guy’s versatility is paying off big time.
Derek Kage Dominates 2026 Awards Noms
The big reveal went down at the Avalon in Hollywood—red carpet, industry crowd, the whole deal. And when the noms dropped, Derek’s name popped up over and over.
Straight and Trans Heat in AVN Categories
First off, AVN threw him some love for his acting in ForPlay Films’ “Tune Up,” putting him in the running for Best Actor – Featurette. Solid choice—he’s got that intense screen presence that pulls you in.
Then things get downright filthy. He’s double-nominated in Best Airtight/Gangbang Scene: once for pounding it out in the Charlotte Sins gangbang on Adult Time via Sex.com, and again in that massive double gangbang chapter from Jennifer White’s showcase on Elegant Angel. If you like seeing one guy hold center in total chaos, these are must-watches.
Trans fans, listen up. Derek snagged four more nods here. Two for Best Trans One-on-One Sex Scene—”Pound Her TS Style” with Amanda Riley on TransSensual, and “Pretty Please Mistress” with Emma Rose on Kink Trans. Another pair for VR: “Labor of Lust” with Victoria Grant on Virtual Real Trans, and “Tight Ass for One Night Stand” with Casey Kisses on TS Virtual Lovers.
And don’t sleep on Most Outrageous Sex Scene—that Divine Bitches gem “Going for Gold” with Leigh Raven where he basically tells the GayVN trophy exactly where to go. Classic Kink energy.
GayVN Spotlights His Gay Side
Over on the GayVN side, they’re honoring him too. Best Actor – Featurette for Adult Time’s “Gay Revenge – My Bully, My Bitch.” Sounds like some delicious payback.
Plus Best DP Scene in “Wild Game” from NakedSword and Disruptive Films, sharing the spotlight with Jayden Marcos, Blain O’Connor, and Paul Wagner. That one’s gotta be intense—four heavy hitters going all in.
Best part? He’s up for two fan-voted categories: Favorite Porn Star Creator and Favorite Versatile. Head over to the AVN Awards site, make a free account if you don’t have one, and vote daily until January 22nd. Dude deserves the support.
“I’m honored to be up for so many nominations and to be recognized for my hard work, dedication, and incredible scenes in multiple genres. Thank you, AVN, all the studios and directors who hired me, and of course, my fans… Please keep voting. I’d love to take home one or multiple trophies.”
– Derek Kage
What’s Next: Vegas Showdown
GayVNs hit Virgin Hotels in Las Vegas on January 22nd, hosted by Drake Von and Tony Genius. Then the main AVN Awards roll in on the 24th. Gonna be a wild week.
If you’re a director looking to book him, he’s exclusive with OC Modeling—check his portfolio there.
Bottom line: Derek Kage isn’t just working across lanes—he’s owning them. These noms prove the industry’s noticing. Now it’s up to the fans to push him over the finish line.
- Vote Favorite Porn Star Creator
- Vote Favorite Versatile
- Keep an eye on those trans and gangbang categories
Yeah, 2026 could be his year.
