Austin Ponce and Matt Vasquez to Host the First GRABBYS Latin Awards

The first-ever GRABBYS Latin Awards will take place during 1–3 October 2026 at Socialtel Medellín, Colombia**, marking an exciting new chapter in the international history of the GRABBYS. At the centre of the awards ceremony will be its two sensational hosts, Austin Ponce and Matt Vasquez—longstanding friends whose individual journeys with the GRABBYS have brought them together as one of the event’s most popular and charismatic partnerships. Austin was first introduced to the GRABBYS as a guest by the event’s Founder and CEO, Benjamin Willis, after starring in his first adult movie. Directed by multi-award-winning director Macho Jim, the film formed part of a three-part trilogy created for the iconic gay adult website [BlakeMason.com](http://blakemason.com). Austin’s first hosting opportunity came in 2023, when he presented the GRABBYS Fashion Show alongside Roman Capellini. His natural charm, confidence and connection with the audience made an immediate impression. In 2024, he was invited to host the main awards ceremony, establishing himself as an essential part of the show. Today, Austin is regarded by many as the face of the GRABBYS. It was Austin who introduced his friend Matt Vasquez to the event. Matt made an unforgettable GRABBYS debut in 2025, stepping onto the ceremony stage both as a host and as the evening’s headline performer. The audience was treated to an original song written especially for the occasion, “Just a Regular Guy at the GRABBYS.” The performance took the room by storm, winning hearts, launching an exciting new chapter in Matt’s career and creating one of the show’s most memorable moments. Matt now hosts alongside his longtime friend Austin, and together this unstoppable duo have become the faces of the GRABBYS—not only in Europe, but now in Latin America. In Medellín, Austin and Matt will lead a spectacular and historic ceremony, presenting more than 17 awards celebrating outstanding Latin actors, creators, performers and industry professionals. They will also welcome a distinguished line-up of international presenters, including Dominic Ford, founder and owner of the popular creator platform JustFor.Fans, and acclaimed Mexican adult performer Alfonso Osnaya. With their friendship, humour, chemistry and genuine affection for the GRABBYS community, Austin Ponce and Matt Vasquez are the perfect hosts to lead this landmark celebration. As the GRABBYS arrive in Latin America for the first time, they will ensure that Medellín receives an awards show filled with energy, emotion, entertainment and plenty of unforgettable surprises. As with GRABBYS Europe, JustFor.Fans takes centre stage as the Platinum Sponsor of the GRABBYS Latin Award Show. Its unwavering support helps secure the future of the GRABBYS and enables the event to continue celebrating, elevating and rewarding our community. On behalf of everyone behind the GRABBYS—and all those who attend—we extend our deepest and most heartfelt thanks to JustFor.Fans.