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From Porn to Suicide: A Survivor's Story
For many, the glamorous world of the adult film industry can seem alluring and lucrative. But for one former performer, the reality was far darker. In this powerful account, she shares the harrowing experiences that led her down a path of addiction, trauma, and ultimately, a suicide attempt.
The first shoot was in Santa Monica, and from the very beginning, she felt uncomfortable. Instead of the supportive producer and manager she had encountered during the contract signing, she was met with dismissal and demands to "learn how to behave" if she wanted to continue making money in the industry. Her pleas for help were ignored, and she was left powerless, often unaware of where she would be taken for the next shoot.