Led by adult superstar, sex educator and exclusive Wicked Pictures contract performer jessica drake, Team WICKED has raised $106,735 for AIDS Walk Los Angeles since 2012. This announcement comes as Team Wicked begins preparation for the 2018 annual benefit.

Comprised of adult stars, sex workers, and advocates, Team WICKED has been a mainstay at AIDS Walk Los Angeles which will return this year at 10 a.m. on October 21 at Grand Park in Downtown Los Angeles.

“Leading Team WICKED and bringing so many folks together each year to support this amazing cause has become one of my passions,” drake said. “Being able to raise more than $100,000 since we started on this quest is mind blowing. HIV & AIDS research and prevention is a cause close to my heart, and doing this walk as a team not only raises money, it also raises awareness. Also, the walk happens on or near my birthday each year, so it’s my favorite way to celebrate! Like many other accomplishments in my life, it wouldn’t be possible without the ongoing support and teamwork of so many people on Team WICKED throughout the years. I am grateful for each and every one of them, and invite everyone interested to join us this year.”

Having raised between $13,000 and $22,000 each year, Team WICKED won’t slow down this year. It always seeks to be among the top fundraising teams at the annual benefit presented by AIDS Project Los Angeles (APLA).

“I am very proud of jessica, Team WICKED and the supporters for their longstanding commitment and dedication to this great cause,” said Steve Orenstein, owner of Wicked Pictures.