Tag: Obituaries
Jacqueline Gold, Founder of Adult Retailer Ann Summers, Dead at 62
The adult industry has lost one of its most important pioneers as Jacqueline Gold, founder of Ann Summers, a British retailer of lingerie and...
Carol Leigh, Activist and Advocate For Sex Worker Rights, Died At...
Renowned sex activist Carol Leigh, who began advocating for sex workers' rights in the 1970s and established the term "sex worker" in public debate,...
Recent Deaths: Jane Homlish, Gabriele Galetta, Jack Hammer
In February and March the industry had to mourn several deaths. In addition to Jane Homlish, the long-time right hand of Penthouse founder Bob...
Recent Deaths: William Higgins, George McDonald, Jeff Marton
Shortly before the upcoming new decade some influential actors, directors and producers have passed away. Among the deceased in December are William Higgins, one...
Recent Deaths: Jessica Jaymes, Candy Samples
In September, the industry was again saddened by death notices from within the community. In addition to the 70s icon Candy Samples, who died...
Recent Deaths: Joe Bolstad, Robbie Fischer, Brandon Iron
In recent weeks, the industry has witnessed several deaths. In addition to Joe Bolstad, founder of the erotic company Kama Sutra, director Robbie Fischer...
Recent Deaths: Jim Talbot, Casey Jacks, Baptiste Garcia, Cashmere, Nyobi Khan
May brought along several deaths within the adult community. Among them were the male porn stars Casey Jacks and Baptiste Garcia as well as...
Recent Deaths: Riley Evans (32), Alexis Vogel (61), John T. Bone...
Porn actress Riley Evans, former adult director John T. Bone and makeup specialist Alexis Vogel have recently passed away.
32-year-old porn actress Riley Evans is...
Deaths in March: Violet Rain (19), Nicole Clitman (27), Bill Bailey...
The US porn actors Violet Rain, Nicole Clitman and Bill Bailey have recently passed away.
The 19-year-old Violet Rain was apparently taken to Boyle Heights...
Russ Hampshire, Founder of VCA Pictures, Dead At 71
The founder of the adult movie pioneer VCA Pictures, Russ Hampshire, died at the age of 71. His company, which he sold to Larry...