The adult entertainment industry, like any other, has seen its fair share of losses over the years. The passing of a performer always leaves an impact, as they were not just screen icons but also individuals with lives, struggles, and personal stories.
Between 2021 and 2025, we lost several well-known figures from the world of adult entertainment.
This blog is dedicated to remembering some of the most notable names who passed away during this time and celebrating the legacy they left behind.
1. Raven Bay (1990 -2021)
Raven Bay began her career in the adult industry in 2012 and stopped filming in 2019. Originally from Florida, she hadn’t been heard from online since August 2020, which was a red flag for many of her industry friends and fans.
She died on October 2, 2021, at a private residence. Her cause of death is assumed to be an overdose of a drug.
Date of Birth: December 22, 1990
Date of Death: October 2, 2021
Years active in the industry: 2012-2021
Cause of Death: Drug Overdose
Age: 30
2.Dahlia Sky (1989–2021)
Dahlia Sky, an adult film actress, tragically passed away in June 2021. She was found with a fatal gunshot wound to the head in her car in the San Fernando Valley, California. The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner’s Office concluded that her death was a suicide.
Sky had been battling Stage 4 metastatic breast cancer and was struggling with depression at the time of her death.
Date of Birth: August 10, 1989
Date of Death: June 30, 2021
Years active in the industry: 2011-2017
Cause of Death: Suicide
Age: 31
3. Kristina Lisina (1992 – 2021)
Kristina Lisina, known as “Kris the Foxx” on Pornhub and OnlyFans, tragically passed away at 29 after reportedly falling from the 22nd floor of a high-rise in St. Petersburg. Authorities are investigating her death, with some reports suggesting she struggled with loneliness and a desire for love and family.
Her body was found near a residential area in the Nevsky district, holding a coin inscribed with “You are always in my heart.” Security footage showed her entering the building shortly before the fall.
Date of Birth: January 22, 1992
Date of Death: June 29, 2021
Years active in the industry: 2019-2021
Cause of Death: Suicide
Age: 29
4. Dakota Skye (1994 – 2021)
Dakota Skye, born Lauren Scott, lived a life filled with both triumph and tragedy. Rising to fame in the adult film industry at just 19, her petite frame and youthful looks made her a sought-after performer, with nearly 300 films to her credit.
Despite her initial success—being nominated for prestigious awards and gracing numerous DVD covers—her struggles loomed large. A childhood marked by trauma, a battle with substance abuse, and turbulent relationships overshadowed her career.
As her addiction worsened, work became scarce, and she found herself in a downward spiral of arrests, erratic behaviour, and financial instability. Her final days were a heartbreaking reflection of her struggles; estranged from her husband and bouncing between places to stay, she ended up on Skid Row.
Date of Birth: April 17, 1994
Date of Death: June 9, 2021
Years active in the industry: 2013-2019
Cause of Death: Acute multidrug intoxication
Age: 27
5. Selina Moon (2001 – 2021)
Selina Moon was a renowned American model and actress who was featured in various films and mesmerised the world through her magazine and advertisement photoshoots. She started in porn in 2020 and has only been in a handful of movies.
Date of Birth: March 2, 2001
Date of Death: April 30, 2021
Years active in the industry: 2020 – 2021
Cause of Death: Unknown
Age: 20
6. Valentina Vaughn (1983 – 2021)
Valentina Vaughn, an American adult model and exotic dancer, gained recognition as Penthouse Pet of the Month in June 2005 and later appeared in Hustler Magazine. With a career spanning from 2005 to 2012, she was known for her striking looks and captivating presence.
Despite a few legal troubles, she remained a prominent figure in the industry, primarily dancing at Delilah’s in Philadelphia. Tragically, she passed away on March 8, 2021, in Astoria, NY, at the age of 37.
Date of Birth: March 15, 1983
Date of Death: March 8, 2021
Years active in the industry: 2005 – 2012
Cause of Death: Unknown
Age: 37
7. Cody Lane (1986 – 2021)
Cody Lane, a former adult film star, tragically passed away on January 9, 2021, due to injuries sustained in a car accident caused by a drunk driver on December 16, 2020. She began her career in the industry in 2006 and was active until 2017.
Residing in Louisville, KY, with her daughter, her family set up a GoFundMe to assist with funeral expenses.
Date of Birth: November 28, 1986
Date of Death: January 9, 2021
Years active in the industry: 2006 – 2017
Cause of Death: Car Accident
Age: 34
8. Penny Archer (1989 – 2022)
Performer Penny Archer reportedly passed away last week at her home in Los Angeles, according to posts on her social media accounts. She was 33. The cause of her death was stated as addiction and overdose of a drug.
Before entering the adult industry, Archer studied and practised psychology. She earned a bachelor’s degree in human services, then went on to receive a master’s in clinical psychology and had begun work on a doctoral degree in evolutionary psychology, according to her friends.
Date of Birth: August 30, 1989
Date of Death: October 4, 2022
Years active in the industry: 2019 – 2022
Cause of Death: Suicide
Age: 33
9. Wednesday Nyte (1991 – 2022)
Content creator and adult performer Wednesday Nyte passed away on June 18, 2022, in Las Vegas, where she lived. Originally from Georgia, the tattooed brunette alt model only had a handful of professional scenes under her belt, but her OnlyFans career was gaining prominence as she became a popular content partner for established creators.
Date of Birth: May 27, 1991
Date of Death: June 18, 2022
Years active in the industry: 2018 – 2022
Cause of Death: Unknown
Age: 31
10. Raven Alexis (1987–2022)
Raven Alexis, a former adult star who gained popularity in the late 2000s and early 2010s, passed away in 2022 from complications related to Crohn’s disease. Specifically, she succumbed to septic shock — when one’s blood pressure drops to a dangerously low level — while her body tried to fight off an infection.
Alexis broke onto the porn scene as an “internet model,” helming the adult membership sites RavenAlexis.com and RavensPlayhouse.com. Her fans and peers remembered her for her striking performances and contributions to the industry.
Date of Birth: January 28, 1987
Date of Death: March 23, 2022
Years active in the industry: 2008-2014
Cause of Death: Crohn’s disease (Septic shock)
Age: 35
11. Anastasia Knight (1999 – 2022)
Anastasia Knight, a former American adult performer, was found dead in her Las Vegas apartment on March 3, 2022, at the age of 22. She had been active in the industry from 2017 to 2023, featuring in numerous covers, photo sets, and videos.
An autopsy report later confirmed that her cause of death was acute fentanyl poisoning, though it remains unclear whether it was accidental or intentional.
Date of Birth: April 7, 1999
Date of Death: March 3, 2022
Years active in the industry: 2017-2023
Cause of Death: Drug Overdose
Age: 22
12. Charlotte Angie (1995 – 2022)
Italian adult performer Charlotte Angie, born on December 23, 1995, in Sesto Calende, Italy, was tragically murdered on January 20, 2022, at the age of 26. Initially rising to fame during the COVID-19 lockdowns through OnlyFans, she later transitioned into professional adult films. Her remains were discovered on a cliff in March 2022, leading to a shocking investigation.
Authorities identified her body through distinct tattoos, thanks in part to fans. Her ex-boyfriend and neighbour, 43-year-old banker Davide Fontana, confessed to the crime, admitting to killing her, hiding her body in a freezer, and later disposing of it. His attempt to cover up the murder unravelled through inconsistencies in his statements and forensic evidence.
Date of Birth: December 23, 1995
Date of Death: January 20, 2022
Years active in the industry: 2021 – 2022
Cause of Death: Murder by Ex-Boyfriend
Age: 26
13. Alicia Rio (1970 – 2022)
Alicia Rio, a beloved Latin adult film star, captivated audiences with her magnetic on-screen presence and passionate performances. Beginning her career in 1991 after leaving a city job, she quickly rose to fame, starring in over 200 films and earning the XRCO Favourite Female Award in 1995.
Known for her fiery energy and natural allure, she remained a standout in the industry before retiring in 1994, later continuing as a feature dancer. Tragically, she passed away on January 17, 2022, from complications possibly related to COVID-19.
Date of Birth: February 16, 1970
Date of Death: January 17, 2022
Years active in the industry: 1992 – 1998
Cause of Death: COVID
Age: 51
14. Candy Manson (1983 – 2022)
Candy Manson was a blonde bombshell who started in porn in 2005. She filmed almost 300 scenes during the span of her career. She was born on November 11, 1983, making her 38 years old at the time of her death.
Her passing was announced by a relative via an Instagram post. No further details are available at this time.
Date of Birth: November 11, 1983
Date of Death: January 15, 2022
Years active in the industry: 2005 – 2022
Cause of Death: Unknown
Age: 38
15. Amara Romani (1993 – 2023)
Amara Romani, an adult film performer, passed away early Friday morning at a Los Angeles hospital at the age of 30, as confirmed by the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner’s Office. While the official cause of death has yet to be determined, her friends and family strongly suspect a drug overdose.
Romani entered the adult industry in 2015 and remained active intermittently until this year, appearing in approximately 282 scenes. Throughout her career, she worked with major studios like Reality Kings, Brazzers, Nubiles, Evil Angel, and Jules Jordan Video. She was also nominated for awards, including a 2017 AVN Award for Best Girl/Girl Sex Scene.
Date of Birth: March 25, 1993
Date of Death: December 22, 2023
Years active in the industry: 2015 -2023
Cause of Death: Drug Overdose
Age: 30
16. Karen Summers (1962 – 2023)
Karen Summer, a well-known adult film star from the 1980s, passed away in 2023 due to lung failure. Over her career, she appeared on 108 covers, 32 photosets, and 76 videos.
After a two-decade hiatus, she made a comeback, primarily featuring in big-bust, mature (MILF), and interracial content. In recognition of her contributions to the industry, she was inducted into both the AVN and XRCO Halls of Fame in 2015.
Date of Birth: July 22, 1962
Date of Death: December 18, 2023
Years active in the industry: 1982 – 2023
Cause of Death: Lung Failure
Age: 61
17. Sophie Anderson (1987 – 2023)
Sophie Anderson, a well-known OnlyFans model and adult filmmaker, tragically passed away in November 2023 at the age of 36, just two weeks after the death of her boyfriend, former Crystal Palace footballer Oliver Spedding.
A coroner later confirmed that Anderson died due to an overdose of GHB, a drug known for its use as a party drug, performance enhancer, and, in some cases, a date rape substance.
She began appearing in pornographic films for such studios as Fake Taxi and Evil Angel in 2017, later finding internet fame in October 2018 when she and fellow porn star Rebecca More, who branded themselves “The Cock Destroyers”, posted a video that went viral.
Date of Birth: November 23, 1987
Date of Death: November 30, 2023
Years active in the industry: 2017-2023
Cause of Death: Party drug GHB overdose
Age: 36
18. Tiffany Holiday (1986 – 2023)
Tiffany Holiday, a 37-year-old adult film actress and social media personality, passed away on November 8, 2023, at an encampment. The cause of death was later determined to be fentanyl and methamphetamine toxicity, ruled as an accidental overdose, with the findings made public on April 11 following toxicology results.
Date of Birth: January 15, 1986
Date of Death: November 8, 2023
Years active in the industry: 2004 – 2014
Cause of Death: Drug Overdose
Age: 37
19. Ava Lauren (1971 – 2023)
Dorian Tardiff, known in the adult industry as Ava Lauren, passed away on September 7, 2023, at the age of 52. Born in Burbank, California, she later settled in Idaho Falls, where she pursued various entrepreneurial ventures.
Beyond her career in the adult industry from 2003 to 2010, she was known for her love of singing, crafting, and celebrating holidays—especially Halloween. She was deeply devoted to her family and had a compassionate nature.
Date of Birth: January 20, 1971
Date of Death: September 7, 2023
Years active in the industry: 2003 – 2010
Cause of Death: Unknown
Age: 52
20. Mia Split (2000 – 2023)
Mia Split, a European adult performer, passed away in Budapest on October 27, 2023, at the age of 23. A former athlete and gymnast with a passion for pole dancing, she entered the industry in 2019 and earned a nomination for Best New Starlet at the 2020 XBIZ Europa Awards.
Known for her work with major studios, she appeared in over 70 titles. Split, who identified as lesbian and was married to a woman, had expressed concerns about LGBTQ+ rights in her native Russia, fearing condemnation if she returned.
Date of Birth: September 20, 2000
Date of Death: October 27, 2023
Years active in the industry: 2019 – 2023
Cause of Death: Suicide
Age: 23
21. Saya Song (1986 – 2023)
Saya Song, an adult performer from South Korea with over 180 credits, passed away at 37 in Michigan on September 4. While the cause remains undisclosed, social media suggests a possible suicide.
A final post on her X account hinted at distress. Born in Seoul, she had a passion for photography, music, and animals. Known for her 2017 showcase Saya Song’s Anal Initiations, she made a lasting impact on the industry.
Date of Birth: April 26, 1986
Date of Death: September 4, 2023
Years active in the industry: 2015 – 2023
Cause of Death: Unknown (Possibly Suicide)
Age: 37
22. Amy Days (1984 – 2023)
Pregnant porn star Amy Days has been found dead with stab wounds in a Saint Petersburg hotel after allegedly being killed by her ex-husband, who treated her like a sex slave during their relationship.
The 38-year-old woman, real name Ekaterina Andreeva, was found dead at the hotel, and her ex-husband was found on the pavement outside, seven floors down.
Date of Birth: July 17, 1984
Date of Death: May 14, 2023
Years active in the industry: 2008 – 2012
Cause of Death: Murder
Age: 38
23. Rebecca Jane Smyth (1973 – 2024)
UK-based adult film star Rebecca Jane Smyth, known for her striking Hollywood ’30s look and dominant on-screen presence, passed away on December 10 at the age of 51 after a year-long battle with an undisclosed illness. Standing nearly six feet tall, Smyth began her career in the early 1990s as a Page 3 model before transitioning into the adult industry, where she became a respected figure.
She was celebrated for her bold performances and mentoring new talent on set. Harmony Films, where she frequently worked, expressed deep sorrow over her passing, calling her an industry legend.
Date of Birth: April 23, 1973
Date of Death: December 19, 2024
Years active in the industry: 2003 – 2024
Cause of Death: Undisclosed Illness
Age: 51
24. Jessica Azul (1996 – 2024)
Jessica Azul, a Brazilian adult film star, tragically passed away on October 12, 2024, at the age of 27. She had a brief but notable career in the industry, starting in 2023. Her life was cut short in a traffic accident when the mototaxi she was riding was struck by a car making an illegal turn.
Date of Birth: November 4, 1996
Date of Death: October 12, 2024
Years active in the industry: 2023 – 2024
Cause of Death: Car Accident
Age: 27
25. Victoria White (1987 – 2024)
Victoria White, a former adult film star, passed away unexpectedly on September 7, 2024, in Raleigh, North Carolina, at the age of 37. Born in Dallas, Texas, and raised in Los Angeles, she began her career in the adult industry in 2009, gaining a devoted following before retiring in 2016 with over 270 credits.
Beyond her on-screen success, Victoria pursued her passion for beauty, earning a degree in cosmetology and working as a licensed makeup artist for MAC Cosmetics. Known for her warmth, humour, and generosity.
Date of Birth: March 29, 1987
Date of Death: September 7, 2024
Years active in the industry: 2009 – 2016
Cause of Death: Unknown
Age: 37
26. Kimberly Kupps (1956 – 2024)
Kimberly Kupps passed away from cancer on June 13, 2024, at the age of 48. Born in Wyckoff, New Jersey, she began her career in the adult industry in 1992, starring in over 100 films.
Before entering the industry, she pursued nursing but found her passion in modelling and dancing. Known for her vibrant personality and love for self-expression, she faced legal challenges in 2011 but remained resilient. Kimberly left a lasting impact on the industry and those who knew her.
Date of Birth: September 6, 1956
Date of Death: June 13, 2024
Years active in the industry: 1990 – 2020
Cause of Death: Cancer
Age: 67
27. Sophia Leone (1997 – 2024)
Sophia Leone was born in June 1997 in Miami, Florida, and was of Colombian descent. Though she was born in Miami, she spent most of her life in Albuquerque, New Mexico, where she grew up.
At the age of 18, she was scouted by an agent while attending a music festival in Miami, and after some research, she decided to enter the adult film industry. Throughout her career, she worked with major studios such as Evil Angel, Hard X, Reality Junkies, Naughty America, Porn Pros, Kick Ass, and Erotica.
Tragically, she passed away at the age of 26 in her Albuquerque home on March 1, 2024. Initially, her death was treated as suspicious, as police were uncertain about the cause, but by August 2024, it was officially ruled as a probable accidental overdose.
Date of Birth: June 10, 1997
Date of Death: March 01, 2024
Years active in the industry: 2015-2024
Cause of Death: Overdose of a drug
Age: 26
28. Kagney Linn Karter (1987 – 2024)
Kagney Linn Karter, from Harris County, Texas, had a successful career in the adult industry, with 314 covers, 115 photo sets, and 199 videos. She started as an erotic dancer in Missouri, earning the Déjà Vu Showgirl of the Year title in 2007 before moving to California to pursue acting and singing.
After signing with LA Direct Models, she entered the adult film industry in 2008, quickly gaining recognition as Penthouse Pet of the Month in June 2009 and appearing on major magazine covers. Despite her success, she struggled with mental health and tragically died by suicide in Cuyahoga County, Ohio, on February 15, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of both acclaim and challenges.
Date of Birth: March 28, 1987
Date of Death: February 15, 2024
Years active in the industry: 2008-2024
Cause of Death: Suicide
Age: 36
29. Masuimi Max (1978 – 2024)
Masuimi Max, a renowned adult model and former Playboy and Maxim model, passed away on January 25, 2024, at the age of 45. Born in Jacksonville, Arkansas, she had a diverse heritage of Korean and German descent and spent her early years in Korea and the Philippines before settling in Las Vegas.
With a career spanning 18 years, she built a significant following and was known for her striking tattoos and bold presence in the industry. Masuimi Max died from an accidental overdose of cocaine and fentanyl. She was found deceased at her home near Las Vegas, leaving behind a lasting legacy in the modelling world.
Date of Birth: March 12, 1978
Date of Death: January 25, 2024
Years active in the industry: 2006 – 2024
Cause of Death: Drug Overdose
Age: 45
30. Jesse Jane (1980 – 2024)
Jesse Jane was a renowned adult film actress who successfully transitioned into mainstream media. As an exclusive performer for Digital Playground (2002–2014), she starred in the Pirates series, solidifying her status as a top star.
Over nearly two decades, she earned numerous accolades and was inducted into multiple Hall of Fames. Retiring in 2017, she focused on her personal life. Tragically, on January 24, 2024, she and her boyfriend were found dead from a cocaine and fentanyl overdose in their Oklahoma home, marking a sorrowful end to her legacy.
Date of Birth: July 16, 1980
Date of Death: January 24, 2024
Years active in the industry: 2001-2017
Cause of Death: Drug Overdose
Age: 43
31. Thaina Fields (1999 – 2024)
Peruvian adult film actress Thaina Fields, born Abigail Esther Paredes Campos on April 22, 1999, in Trujillo, Peru. She was found dead in her Trujillo home on January 6, 2024, at the age of 24.
Her death occurred months after she publicly alleged experiencing sexual harassment and abuse within the adult film industry. The exact cause of her death has not been officially disclosed.
Date of Birth: April 22, 1999
Date of Death: January 6, 2024
Years active in the industry: 2018-2024
Cause of Death: Unknown
Age: 24