An 18-year-old from small-town Wisconsin, Cate is quickly emerging as one of the top teen performers in the industry. She recently shot with Kenna James for Slayed and has also worked for top studios such as BANG!, Nubiles, Team Skeet and Hookup Hotshot. Cate says she enjoys watching her own scenes. She lists doggy style and missionary (with her knees pinned behind her ears) as her favorite positions, and she takes pride in her sloppy blowjobs. Cate—whose stage name is a play on the word “delicate” — said she began dreaming of becoming a porn star at a “creepily young” age and wasn’t shy about expressing her career goals to others.  “I talked about it in high school to everyone, including teachers,” Cate said during an interview with Jays POV. “Now everyone is like, ‘Oh my gosh, your dreams are coming true.’ Everyone in my hometown thought it would never happen, but here I am, being a big boss.”

Anyone looking for the most underrated model in porn can end their search here. This 5-foot-9 sex goddess is as good of a performer as there is in the adult industry. A fitting nickname for Colt would be “Nine Point,” because all but one of her 10 scenes for Vixen Media Group has been rated as a 9.1 or higher by gooners—and five of them have scored a 9.4 or better. That’s just insane. Colt literally checks every box. Her oral skills are elite. She can take a pounding in both holes. Her acting skills are top notch and she’s as aroused as much by women as she is with men. The feeling here is that Colt is at her best in sensual, seductive scenes. Simply watching her slither from one position to the next is enough to get the blood flowing, ahem, “down there.” Colt’s eye contact, sultry smile and dirty talk should be studied and emulated by her colleagues. Her passion is genuine and authentic. Colt clearly loves her job, and in an industry where far too much content seems “performative,” there is nothing hotter than that. Colt has been snubbed by awards committees the past few years, which is a huge injustice. Clearly, the “right people” clearly aren’t viewing her scenes. Here’s hoping that changes in 2025, because it’s impossible not to be smitten with this siren after watching her practice her craft.

For most new models, shooting for Brazzers is a bucket list item that takes at least a year or two to achieve. Then there’s Chloe Foxxe, who accomplished that goal in her very first scene. “I’ve been obsessed ever since,” the 5-foot-10 fireball tells PornCrush. Indeed, filmed in September, Foxxe’s ZZ threesome with Lauren Phillips and Don Sudan was a sign of good things to come for the Pacific Northwest native, who has been on a meteoric rise ever since. Reality Kings, Naughty America, Deep Lush and Mr. Lucky are among the A-list studios who have had Luxxe on their set. And in February Slayed released a sizzling girl-girl scene that paired Foxxe with the iconic Natalia Starr. Foxxe’s most impressive feat to date, however, was landing a significant role in “Synthesis,” a Digital Playground feature directed by Ricky Greenwood that stars Foxxe, Ameena Green, Gizelle Blanco, Seth Gamble and Isiah Maxwell. “Doing a feature this early in my career was so flattering,” Foxxe says. “It was my first time ever having a big script and learning a lot of lines. Ricky is amazing and watching him work and direct is an experience I’ll never forget.” Don’t be surprised if Foxxe lands similar opportunities moving forward. She says she’s at her best in BGG threesomes. “Since I’m bi, I get the best of both worlds,” she says. “And I love to share.”

It’d be easy to question why Green is on this list, being that she’s already exploded. The 27-year-old from Chicago shot more than 60 scenes in 2024 for elite companies such as Brazzers, Vixen, Adult Time, Bellesa, Ricky’s Room and Naughty America. Still, the feeling here is that Green is ready to “bust” again—and this pop shot promises to be bigger than anything she’s delivered thus far. Almost immediately after becoming a Spiegler girl in December, Green was cast as the lead in “Synthesis,” a Digital Playground feature directed by Ricky Greenwood that’s sure to garner attention come awards season. So, too, should her Transfixed scene with Zariah Aura, who raved to PornCrush about Green’s skills as a performer. A top-tier twerker and food enthusiast, Green recently started her own anime-themed magazine as a passion project. She’s is regarded as one of the likable performers in the industry, and also one of the most talented.

We’re grouping these trans performers together because, well, they’re always together. And what an attention-grabbing trio they make. Head turners, jaw-droppers, trousers rousers … no description does justice to the beauty of Hayes, Joie, and Grant, who are all walk-into-a-pole gorgeous. A statuesque Canadian with a flawless frame, Hayes has already shot multiple scenes for Grooby and TransAngles, and she recently moved to Las Vegas, which should create an influx of opportunities now that she’s in closer proximity to major studios. Joie flourished as an OnlyFans model for three years before appearing on her first set in 2024, when she shot for Transfixed, Evil Angel, Gender, X and TransAngels. While she’ll be selective with her shoots, Joie will definitely entertain offers for high-end scenes and projects in 2025. Grant has been the most prolific member of the trio with about 30 studio scenes since last year. In December, she underwent facial feminization surgery (FFS) and wowed fans and colleagues at the TEAs with her new appearance. Hayes and Grant were both nominated for AVN’s Best Trans Newcomer award, and Joie will be a shoo-in for the list in 2026. Bella Joie IG link. Leah Hayes IG link. Victoria Grant IG link.

No matter how much scrutiny is involved, there’s always a deserving performer or two who accidentally falls through the cracks and gets overlooked during awards season. In 2025 that performer was Serena Hill, who should’ve been an easy choice for a Best New Starlet nomination. Hill has shot more than 100 scenes for studios such as Brazzers, Bang!, Team Skeet, Missa X and Naughty America, and she earned an AVN nomination for her girl-girl tryst with best friend Angel Windell for AllHerLuv. Insiders say the demand for Hill has increased in recent months—and any director who hasn’t booked Hill will likely want to after scrolling through her Instagram feed, which is filled with scorching photos. She is a high-level stills model. Hill has already built a strong portfolio, but she’s only scratched the surface of what she could accomplish in a career filled with possibilities.

Say this for Sage Hunter: she makes her presence felt. Whether she’s twerking her tushy on the JumboTron as an AVN screen girl, blowing up your X feed with sizzling stills and scene trailers or using her seductive charm to melt you during a conversation, Hunter etches herself in your mind. She’s someone you remember. A popular exotic dancer in San Diego, Hunter’s popularity has been soaring in recent months. Evil Angel, BANG!, Hookup Hotshot, Team Skeet and Elegant Angel are among the studios who have booked the tight-bodied brunette, and the requests she entertains for content shoots continues to increase. Hunter—whose fashion game is always on point—has posed for multiple photo sets with veteran industry lensman Dean Capture, which has led to some eye-popping content on her social media platforms. If Hunter continues at this pace she will be an easy pick for a Best New Starlet nomination from AVN and XBIZ this fall. 

A native of Chile, Knight has shot extensively overseas since 2023 and earned International Female Performer of the Year nominations in both 2024 and 2025. But don’t be surprised if the brunette becomes a bigger name in America over the next few months now that she has U.S. representation in Foxxx Modeling. Knight, who signed with Foxxx after the AVN convention in January, recently completed a three-month stint in Los Angeles that was highlighted by four shoots with Vixen Media Group (VMG) along with gigs for Brazzers, Missa X, Perv City and Wankz VR. She also did content shoots with top-tier talent such as Jewelz Blu and Alex Jones. Knight is an anal performer who has already taken Dredd in her backdoor. But she’s also shows a sensual side in passionate girl-girl scenes. If Knight continues to make frequent trips to California to shoot, her presence in the United States could be just as impactful as it is across the water.

A former runway model, Luxx is the fastest-rising star on this list—and not just because she boasts one of the most powerful smiles in the business, although that certainly helps. So does her cascading auburn hair, tan skin and toned tushy. Still, Luxx’s prowess as a performer is the main reason she’s soaring in 2025. Eye contact, dirty talk, soft sensuality, aggressive passion … Luxx shines in all styles. And her love of anal sex—rare for a first-year performer—has made her even more bookable. Luxx was recently cast in her first feature film (shhhh, it’s a secret) which allowed her to flex her acting chops. When it comes to professionalism, directors and scene partners dote on Luxx’s punctuality and the energy she brings to set. The buzz about Luxx could easily cause her to get a big head and create a sense of arrogance. But she carried herself with the perfect blend of confidence and humility while navigating a hectic AVN week that saw her sign each day for Jules Jordan before gracing the awards stage as a trophy girl. If Luxx continues to make all the right moves she will be a leading candidate to win Best New Starlet in January.

Unlike most of the other performers on this list, Lynn is somewhat of an industry veteran, having debuted nearly four years ago while still attending college in Alabama. Lynn shot sporadically for two years but delved into porn full-time after earning her diploma in May of 2023. Now based in Los Angeles, Lynn has achieved a new level of rizz and is currently one of the most in-demand talents on the InVision Models roster. She recently starred alongside Anna Claire Clouds in a soon-to-be-released feature from Elegant Angel, and she will grace the box cover of the latest installment of Evil Angel’s “Phat Ass for Days” series. HardX director Mason is among the many industry luminaries to sing Lynn’s praises in recent months, and Lynn’s decision to shoot her first anal with Dredd earned her tons of respect throughout porn valley. Known for her professionalism, Lynn doesn’t drink or smoke weed and instead dedicates most of her free time to her content platforms and the gym. Physically, she’s never looked better, as anyone who attended the PornCrush pool party—where Lynn donned a head-turning blue bikini—can attest. For Lynn, the tide is rolling in a positive direction.

Standing 4-foot-10 and weighing just 85 pounds, Rosie has been churning out high-level content since her debut in the summer of 2022. Yet somehow, she dwelled in relative obscurity until 2024, when the movers and shakers in porn valley finally recognized Rosie’s greatness. As a performer, Rosie checks just about every box. She can coo and moan with passion in love scenes or take a pounding with tears running down her cheeks in rough encounters. She’s tender and gentle with women, intimate and enthralled with trans performers, and gleeful when giving one of her stringy, sloppy blowjobs, which have become a Rosie trademark, along with her gapes during anal shoots. It’s no stretch to say that Rosie is now on even footing with Coco Lovelock when it comes to the top petite performers in porn. And the beauty is that there’s no need to compare the two, because they employ such different styles, so you can enjoy and appreciate them both. Nubiles recently acknowledged Rosie’s talents by making her a contract girl, a fitting reward for the newly minted 21-year-old. Once her contract expires this spring, expect Rosie to be in high demand by every major studio in the industry.

Only 18, Summer has needed all the youthful energy she could muster since debuting in December. According to her agent, John O’Byrne of East Coast Talent, Summer has filmed 65 scenes over a four-month span, and the Georgia native doesn’t plan to slow down anytime soon. O’Byrne says PornPros has already shot 25 times, and she’s also worked for Blacked, Blacked Raw, Mofos, Reality Kings, BANG!, Team Skeet and Amateur Allure. Standing just 5 feet tall with a southern accent that would melt an iceberg, Summer is the petite teen dream that studios yearn for. If she maintains her look, avoids distractions, and continues to improve her performance, Summer could thrive in porn valley for a long time. 

A baby-faced blonde from Alaska, Taylor said she joined the adult industry on “an impulse” shortly after her 18th birthday. Two years later, it was clearly a beneficial decision for Taylor—and porn fans, too. Taylor’s popularity has skyrocketed in recent months. While most of her first-year scenes were for B-list studios, in 2024, she worked for industry titans such as Vixen, Evil Angel, Reality Kings, Mike Adriano, and Elegant Angel. Her bodacious backside is a hit with fans, and her willingness to allow backdoor access has enhanced her marketability. Taylor thrives in teen roles but can also pull off a more mature vibe in sensual scenes. “Everyone loves working with Jill,” Chris Cane, Taylor’s agent with Foxx Models, says. “She’s one of those people you never hear anything bad about. I think people are starting to appreciate her more and more.”

There may not be a hotter free agent in porn right now than Violet, who is looking for new representation after wisely cutting ties with embattled 101 Modeling. A youthful 30 years old, Violet is a rare “tweener” who can flourish in both college-aged roles (she looks 23) and also as a MILF thanks to her 34DDD chest. A Memphis native, Violet has shot for top studios such as Vixen, Evil Angel, and Brazzers. And the anal queen is a favorite of backdoor enthusiast Mike Adriano. In fact, Violet ranks high on the lists of virtually every director and colleague she’s encountered, as she’s often praised for the energy and enthusiasm she brings to set. With the right push in 2025, Violet could elevate toward the upper echelon of the adult industry.

Raise your hand if you did a double-take when you passed Voss’ booth at the AVN or XBIZ convention a few months ago. If you didn’t already know her, you certainly wanted to after taking one quick glimpse at the raven-haired head-turner. A former real estate agent, Voss found success on content platforms and in the financial domination world before stepping into mainstream porn two years ago. The native Texan has been picking up steam recently, shooting for studios such as Nubiles, Naughty America, Team Skeet, and Girlfriends Films. In 2025, Voss scored a nomination for Favorite Domme in the AVN Fan Awards. Voss has graced the covers of FHM Australia, Playboy South Africa, and hordes of other men’s magazines. She’s also the inspiration behind Irontech Violet Voss, the full-sized love doll released earlier this year. Voss is one of those models who is so stunning that she’s impossible to ignore, which explains why her popularity is soaring in 2025.