Ria Bentley, an award-winning trans creator, recently appeared as a guest on "The Performers Pod" hosted by Chelsea Poe.
Conversation Highlights
The hour-long conversation covered Bentley's successful career, the evolution of trans adult entertainment, and her future plans. The episode is available now on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
Bentley prepared for the upcoming 2026 TEAs, where she is nominated for Ms. Unique and Best Content Creator. She recounted her 2025 win for Trans Creator of the Year and expressed gratitude for her fans and respect for her fellow performers.
Industry Evolution
The pair explored the significant progression and inclusion of trans performers in the mainstream over the last 15-20 years. They reflected on following both trans and straight adult content, celebrating the strides made by the trans, gay, and queer communities in achieving mainstream acceptance.
Bentley's Career
Ria Bentley shared her entry into the industry, which began with experimentation and fun, leading to a transition into camming. She summarized her core philosophy as wanting to have fun, get paid, but mainly, to be in control of her situation and to ultimately be proud of the content she puts out.
Key Facts
- Ria Bentley is nominated for Ms. Unique and Best Content Creator at the 2026 TEAs.
- Bentley won Trans Creator of the Year in 2025.
- The conversation with Chelsea Poe is available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
- Bentley's entry into the industry began with experimentation and fun, leading to a transition into camming.
Ria Bentley expressed admiration for Chelsea Poe's work in tackling topics that are often swept under the rug. She praised Poe's efforts in promoting trans and sex workers' rights.
