Winners of 2015 ED Awards Announced

Winners of 2015 ED Awards Announced

CLEARWATER, Fla. — The best of the adult nightclub industry were honored at the 18th Annual ED’s Adult Nightclub and Exotic Dancer Awards Show on Aug. 25. 

Roxi D’Lite “danced away” as ED’s Overall Entertainer of the Year, Tootsie’s Cabaret in Miami Gardens was awarded Overall Gentlemen’s Club of the Year, and Spearmint Rhino was bestowed with the Club Chain of the Year. The show was held at the Civic Theater in downtown New Orleans on Aug. 25 and hosted by Thea Vidale.  Best known for her primetime ABC show “Thea,” as well as “Last Comic Standing” Vidale is a 30-year comedy veteran.

The ED’s Awards Show is presented and produced by ED (Exotic Dancer) Publications each year during the Annual Gentlemen’s Club EXPO, also presented and produced by ED Publications. The 23rd Annual EXPO was held at the Hilton New Orleans Riverside Hotel, Aug. 23-26.

In all, 13 awards were presented, including Club of the Year and “Small” Club of the Year in four regions (East, South, Midwest and West), along with the aforementioned Club Chain of the Year and Overall Entertainer of the Year. In addition, the Newcomer Entertainer of the Year Award was presented to British alt-model and feature entertainer Angel Beau, while Bryant Emiliani of Penthouse Club in Baton Rouge, La. was awarded the General Manager of the Year Award. Joe Carouba, chairman of the BSC Group of San Francisco (owners of the San Francisco Penthouse Club, Hustler Club, and Gold Clubs respectively, among several others), was inducted into the Exotic Dancer Hall of Fame.

"I am so very thankful to have been bestowed this prestigious award from my peers and employers," says Roxi D’Lite. “When I first started dancing, not only was I unaware I had talent and passion for performance, but I also didn't know there was such an incredible community of extremely supportive individuals. I've made it my mission to bridge the gap between burlesque and the adult nightclub industry. So finally, because of this award, I finally feel my mission is coming to fruition; I've come full circle. Words can't express how much this means to me.” 

Voting for the 2015 ED's Awards was held online only at TheEDawards.com in July. Club, entertainer, and staff nominees were gathered mainly from pre-nomination votes placed at TheEDAwards.com throughout the month of May.

“For our first time hosting the EXPO and Awards Show in New Orleans, we couldn’t be any happier with the unbelievable turnout and enthusiasm of the sold-out crowd at the Civic Theatre,” ED Publications Associate Publisher Dave Manack said. “Thea killed it — the crowd loved her! And our four Entertainer of the Year nominees each showcased exactly why they deserved to be up on that prestigious ED Awards Show stage.”

The winners of the 2015 ED Award are:

Overall Gentlemen’s Club of the Year  
Tootsie's Cabaret, Miami

Club of the Year East
Scores, New York City

Small Club of the Year East
Little Darlings, Baltimore

Club of the Year South
Thee Dollhouse, Tampa, FL

Small Club of the Year South
Vegas Cabaret, Lauderhill, FL

Club of the Year Central
Hustler Club, E. St. Louis, IL

Small Club of the Year Central
Temptations, Beaumont, TX

Club of the Year West
Spearmint Rhino, Las Vegas

Small Club of the Year West
La Boheme, Denver

“Feature Club” of the Year  
Monroe's of Palm Beach, West Palm Beach, FL

Club Chain of the Year  
Spearmint Rhino

International Club of the Year  
Penthouse Club, Perth, Australia

General Manager of the Year  
Bryant Emiliani, Penthouse Club, Baton Rouge, LA

Club Employee of the Year  
Ashley Sponsler, Hustler Club, San Francisco

DJ of the Year  
Jay Crowley, Gold Club, San Francisco

EXOTIC DANCER Hall of Fame
Joe Carouba

Overall Feature Entertainer of the Year
 Roxi D'Lite

Newcomer Entertainer of the Year
Angel Beau

Club Favorite Entertainer of the Year
Jayden Cole

Adult Movie Entertainer of the Year
Richelle Ryan

Miss Exoticdancer.com of the Year
Isabelle Deltore

Related:  

Copyright © 2024 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

Kalani Luana Stars in Latest From Hookup Hotshot

Kalani Luana stars with Nade Nasty in the latest release from Hookup Hotshot (HUHS).

Lilyadick Makes Her TransAngels Debut

Canadian star Lilyadick has made her debut for TransAngels alongside Parker Savage in the video game-themed scene “Playing With The NPC Babe.”

Kazumi Stars in Latest From Tushy

Kazumi stars with Milan Ponjevic, Jax Slayher and Dan Damage in a new airtight scene from Vixen Media Group (VMG) studio imprint Tushy.

Cherry Kiss Toplines Pat Myne's 'Anal Fetish Babes'

Cherry Kiss headlines director Pat Myne’s “Anal Fetish Babes,” from Evil Angel.

Nicole Aria Stars in Latest From Jules Jordan

Nicole Aria stars with John Strong and Zac Wild in the latest release from Jules Jordan.

Ellie Nova Is Hustler's 'Cover Honey' for December

Ellie Nova is the Cover Honey for the December issue of Hustler Magazine, appearing in a 14-page centerfold spread shot by ThisYearsModel.com.

Leah Gotti, Hazel Paige Topline 'Lesbian Neighbor Affairs 2'

Leah Gotti and Hazel Paige headline “Lesbian Neighbor Affairs 2,” from Girlfriends Films.

Mandy Muse Stars in Latest From New Sensations

Mandy Muse stars with Danny Mountain in the latest release from New Sensations, titled “Anal Time is Of the Essence For Mandy Muse.”

From Nigeria to California, Marvin Love Brings Comedy to Digital Playground

“If it doesn’t happen, listen, I’m happy to talk over and over again.” So says Marvin Love, director of Digital Playground’s latest comedy, “Single Minded.” Two days before, Love and I had conducted an excellent 45-minute interview, covering topics ranging from his upbringing in Nigeria, to his transition from mainstream movie production to adult directing, to his establishment of The Bakery Talent Agency. It was loose, funny, and very insightful.

Eva Angelina, Kelsi Monroe Star in 'Championship Fight' From Deeper

Eva Angelina and Kelsi Monroe star with Vixen Media Group (VMG) exclusive Dan Damage in "Championship Fight," the latest release from studio imprint Deeper.

Show More