Midterms may be over, but we hope you still have your thinking caps on, because one of our favorite times of the year has arrived – and we’re not talking about the holidays.

Penthouse POY Vote 2026

The Pet of the Year 2026 competition officially gets underway, and this year’s lineup looks hotter than ever. Twelve new Pets, twelve very different personalities, and one title that we can all be sure will inspire some rather passionate opinions.

If you’ve been around for the previous competitions, you know the drill. If you’re new here, welcome! You’re just in time for the fun part. Each year, we bring together an incredible group of women who have made their mark on Penthouse, and now you get your turn to help us decide who deserves to take home the crown (in the shape of an exclusive key necklace) and carry the title into another year of Penthouse history. Consider it your civic duty, only more entertaining than most things that happen in Government.

Of course, while we all enjoy a little friendly competition, this has never been a simple popularity contest. Well, technically, it would be part popularity contest, but this annual event has much more to it than that.

Bottom line, the Pet of the Year title has a rare legacy worth celebrating. Over the years, some truly unforgettable women have held the title, each leaving her mark on history and helping shape what this brand represents. The title celebrates more than having a pretty face, bringing to bear (as it were) personality, confidence, charisma, and that certain je ne sais quoi that makes someone impossible to forget. Honestly, judging by this year’s lineup, this will be a tough one.

Naturally, we know what people will be thinking: “Beautiful women in Penthouse? Surely the decision must be based on looks alone.” Not so fast, though. Having the chance to work with these amazing women, we get to see a depth to each, much more than simply what happens in front of the camera. Personality counts for plenty. Wit. Charm. A sense of humor. Hard work and creativity… and the ability to answer their questionnaires without making us wonder whether we’ve accidentally assigned undesirable homework.

Consequently, we would like to take a moment and give you a little glimpse into the women behind the images. Truthfully, we design questions to get past the usual introductions as we seek to uncover the unexpected. We want to know what makes them laugh, what they dream about — and occasionally what questionable decisions they will admit to. You might discover one of them might be a budding philosopher, an aspiring world traveler, or someone whose answer makes you wonder how we got this lucky.

So, without further ado, let’s revisit this year’s contenders and see what they have to say for themselves.

Brooke Tilli — January 2025
How would you describe your personality? … “Flirty, curious, and a little adventurous. I’m always open to trying new things!”
Zoey Luna — February 2025
If you could have any job in the world, what would it be? … “Hot girl who dies first in a horror movie.”
Izzy Green — March 2025
What are your biggest turn-ons and turn-offs? … “My biggest turn on is a good sense of humor; it’s so weird when I laugh and my clothes magically disappear! My biggest turn off is when someone is very negative or rude. Just like men, women love seeing smiles!”
Lennon Elizabeth — April 2025
Where do you see yourself in five years? … “I have no idea, and I like that. Wherever it is, I know it will be great.”
Bella Vaunt — May 2025
What’s something on your “Bucket List” you haven’t done yet? … ““I would like to enjoy the company of a lady boy in Thailand, just once.”
Kira Shine — June 2025
What is your favorite animal? … “I have so many, but a couple of my favorites are bats (Pallid bats are my favorite kind) and blue tongue skinks.”
Sharna Beckman — July 2025
What is the most exciting place you’ve ever had sex? … “One that always comes to mind was in a pool in a villa that was on the side of the cliffs in Santorini. Could you see us? Most definitely.”
Hazel Winters — August 2025
When are you the happiest? … “When it’s snowing, the fireplace is on, and I’m dolled up for no reason.”
Bella Reid — September 2025
What qualities do you like most about yourself? … “How I treat others with love & kindness. I have been told I have a pure soul. I also like how pretty I am. Hehe.”
Aliya Aural — October 2025
Bra or no bra? … “These perky titties never need a bra.”
Liana Love — November 2025
What gets you in trouble? … “My overly friendly attitude… I have a bad habit of making men fall in love with me.”
Sofia Silk — December 2025
What’s your hidden talent/skill that people don’t know you have? … “I can say the alphabet backwards while holding a headstand.”

Now, as for the particulars on how the competition works …

Our initial voting period opens November 8, 2026 and runs through midnight (PST) on November 22, 2026. Then, although twelve women enter, only six will move forward to the Playoffs. You read that correctly: In this contest, half the field advances, which means there will be some tough decisions along the way, especially for such an amazing bunch. We’d say we’re sorry to make you choose, but that is kind of the point.

Continuing our Playoff format this year, the next round gives the top six contenders another opportunity to make their case for the title. The Playoffs run from November 29, 2026, through midnight on December 6, 2026. By then, the field will be considerably smaller, the stakes a little higher, and the opinions around here potentially stronger – so don’t miss out after your Thanksgiving food coma.

For the record, we’ll officially name our 2026 Pet of the Year at AVN, January 20-23, 2027 in Las Vegas. After all, where else would anyone want to celebrate a title like this other than a city built on grandeur and questionable decisions after midnight.

Before we get ahead of ourselves and start planning the victory celebrations, though, you have voting to do.

Take some time to look through all twelve contestants. Read their answers, check out their personalities, and see who catches your attention. You might already have someone in mind, or you might find yourself pleasantly surprised by a woman you hadn’t considered before. These women have a lot to say, which explains, better than anything we could say, the beauty of getting to know them beyond their photos! Sometimes the most memorable answers will be the ones you least expected. Remember, each of them has her own page and video on the site, so feel free to take some time and refresh your memories. (Or whatever.)

Please remember, your participation genuinely helps us. Your votes play an important role in shaping the competition and influencing the final outcome. So don’t just admire the lineup and call it a day – though we know such lovely girls can surely be distracting. Get involved! We promise it will be considerably more rewarding than filling out any other kind of online survey asking about your satisfaction…

So just like before, if you’ve ever wanted to help shape an outcome without The Algorithm making a decision for you, now would be your chance.

Use it and vote, vote, vote!

Also, make sure to bookmark Penthouse.com/vote2026 so you can keep coming back every two days during the voting period. Twelve contenders, six Playoff spots, and one very special title up for grabs. We have a feeling you’re going to want to hold on tight and see how this one plays out.

Just FYI, the header image on this page does in fact feature the new Pet of the Year diamond necklace, in theory with a nod to a simpler, more elegant display. The plain key represents the regular Pet of the Month key, although technically those happen to be yellow gold and not white. When dealing with artists, however, one avoids the temptation to get overly bogged down with piddly things like technical accuracy. We have learned that lesson twice — at least.

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