Vanniall Shines at EXXXOTICA Chicago, Sets Sights on…

Dr. Elena Janssen · 2026-04-29

Vanniall is riding high after a standout weekend at EXXXOTICA Chicago, where she set up her own booth right in the heart of the show. She met fans face-to-face, connected with fellow creators, and left the convention already buzzing about Minneapolis and the rest of this year's EXXXOTICA tour. ### A Booth in the Heart of the Action "This year I got to set up my very own booth in the heart of EXXXOTICA, and it was everything I could hope for and more!" Vanniall said. "I met so many amazing fans and kick-ass creators this weekend - so much fun! Being one of few trans creators fortunate enough to have a booth this year, I felt the love and support from my LGBTQ+ community even stronger than years past." She spent the weekend meeting supporters and connecting with creators like Kylie Corrupt, Lushiana Fitness, Jhosemit Gomez, Shay Spice, and Carrie Madsin. For Vanniall, it was a powerful reminder of why events like this matter. "It reminded me how important these events are, not just for me and my fans, but for people to explore their sexuality and gender expression completely free from judgment," she explained. "I'm really looking forward to Minneapolis and the other EXXXOTICA events this year - this was just too fun not to do again!" ### Why EXXXOTICA Matters for Creators EXXXOTICA isn't just another convention. It's one of the biggest adult industry events in the country, drawing thousands of fans and creators every year. For trans performers specifically, having a visible presence at these shows is huge. It's about representation, community, and showing that trans creators belong at the table. Vanniall's experience highlights something important: these events create safe spaces where people can explore their identity without shame. And that's exactly what she's all about. ### Who Is Vanniall? Vanniall (she/they) is an award-winning trans performer, model, director, and content creator originally from South Carolina. She's now based in Western Massachusetts after building her career in New York. Active as a studio performer since 2019, she's been creating content for over a decade - going all the way back to her early days as a Tumblr-era creator. Her work has earned serious industry recognition: - XBIZ Cam Award win for 'Best Trans Clip Artist' - Trans Erotica Award win for 'Pornhub Model of the Year' - Multiple honors across XBIZ, TEA, AVN, YNOT, and BCAMS She's also appeared as a presenter at the TEA Awards and XBIZ Cam Awards, and conducted red carpet interviews for the YNOT Cam Awards. ### Beyond the Camera Vanniall's impact goes way beyond her on-camera work. She's screened projects internationally and appeared on Out TV reality series X-Rated NYC and Hot Haus. She also hosts Chaturbate's Sex Tales podcast and regularly organizes and appears on panels for industry events. She brings an informed, community-minded perspective to conversations about sex work, performance, and creator sustainability. And she's a vocal advocate for trans rights, sex worker rights, and sexual wellness - with writing featured in XBIZ, CNN, Fortune, and HuffPost. ### What's Next? Right now, Vanniall is building Monstergirl Studio - a production retreat and rental destination in Western Massachusetts designed specifically for adult creators and productions. It's a space where creators can work, collaborate, and recharge. With Minneapolis on the horizon and more EXXXOTICA events coming up, Vanniall is just getting started. If Chicago was any indication, her booth will be one of the must-visit spots at every show. To learn more about Vanniall and her work, visit her official website and follow her on social media.