Is James Deen The Future Of Male Porn Performers?

We weren't exactly surprised to learn that James Deen had been crowned 2009 Male Performer of the Year—given all the work he's done, he's certainly earned in—but it still seems like a significant win.

A look back at previous award winners reveals a certain pattern—from Evan Stone to Lexington Steele to Tommy Gunn, high ranking male performers tend to be cast from a specific mold, one which, with his hipstery good looks and bountiful youth, James Deen smashes into oblivion.

It's entirely possible that James is just a blip on the radar—there aren't that many men, let alone 22-year-olds, who are capable of performing at his level—but for the sake of porn, we hope that the future sees more male performers in the James Deen mold. Not that we don't love Evan Stone; but a little diversity can go a long, long way.