Black Adult Film Stars
Throughout the decades, the adult film industry has been a controversial yet undeniable facet of entertainment, fashioning its own parallel constellation of stars. Among them, Black adult film stars have often navigated between the limelight and the shadows, breaking barriers and confronting stereotypes within an industry that has not always celebrated diversity.
From the pioneering days of the 1970s and 80s with figures such as Jeannie Pepper and the illustrious rise of stars like Midori in the 90s, the evolution of Black talent in adult cinema has mirrored broader social trends, grappling with issues of representation, race, and acceptance.
The Story of Black Adult Film Stars
Black actors and actresses have had a presence in the adult film industry since its inception, although their experiences have often been shaped by the same racial prejudices and stereotypes that exist in mainstream media and society at large. The history of Black performers in adult films reflects broader social dynamics, struggles for equality, and changing attitudes toward race and sexuality.
The adult film industry began to gain momentum in the 1970s with the release of films that had higher production values like “Deep Throat” (1972) and “Behind the Green Door” (1972). Black actors and actresses at this time were few and often relegated to roles that were stereotypical and marginal.
During the 1980s and 1990s, the adult film industry diversified, thanks in part to the home video revolution. This period saw the emergence of several Black adult film stars who began to attain a certain level of fame and fan following. Prominent stars from this era include Jeannie Pepper, Heather Hunter, and Midori. These performers were exceptions in an industry where Black actors often struggled with less visibility and fewer opportunities than their white counterparts.
Despite these breakthroughs, the adult industry mirrored societal prejudices, often typecasting Black performers into specific roles that perpetuated racist stereotypes. Furthermore, Black performers frequently reported receiving lower pay than white performers for the same work.
The 2000s saw further diversification of black adult film stars with the rise of the internet and the proliferation of diverse adult content. Black performers began to assert more agency within the industry, in some cases producing and directing their content to sidestep traditional industry barriers.
Stars like Lexington Steele, Wesley Pipes, Rico Strong, Jada Fire, Mr. Marcus, and Nyomi Banxxx gained popularity during this time and were known for their performances and business acumen. The internet also gave rise to niche markets and websites that catered specifically to audiences interested in Black performers and ebony adult content, which helped certain Black performers build dedicated fanbases.
In more recent years, the adult industry has continued to be influenced by evolving technologies and platforms, which have provided more avenues for Black performers to take more control of their careers, like especially with the likes of OnlyFans, and other direct-to-consumer platforms.
Over 40 Female Black Female Adult Film Stars
1. Jeannie Pepper
Era: 1980s/1990s
Starting her career in the early 1980s, Jeannie Pepper starred in over 200 adult films, exploring a multitude of themes and genres. As an AVN Hall of Fame inductee, her extensive career lasted more than forty years, beginning in 1983 and ending with her appearance in Evasive Angels’ “Old Asses” in 2012.
Before her career concluded, she has worked with production companies like Caballero, Vivid, VCA, Metro, Heatwave, Filmco, Wet Video, VTO, Pleasure Productions, Essex Video, Videorama, and others. Ms. Pepper stands out as one of the most successful adult film actresses and a trailblazer for black women in the industry.
2. Desiree West
Era: 1970s/1980s
Desiree West’s career ran for several decades, from the 1970s to the 1990s, West has been featured in over 150 scenes. Despite often being cast in secondary roles, West is celebrated as the very first prominent black adult film star, paving the way for future generations.
Her work primarily involved collaborations with well-known studios such as Alpha Blue Archives, Caballero Home Video, Blue Vanities, VCA, VCR, and VCX. She was featured in numerous of men’s magazines. To conclude her career, she was placed in the industry’s Hall of Fame.
3. Angel Kelly
Era: 1980s
Angel Kelly journey into the adult entertainment world began in her home state of Michigan. From working at a peep show to dancing at local nightclubs and bars, she eventually caught the industry’s attention. Beginning by posing for adult magazines, this exposure led to her entering the adult film industry in 1985, where she went on to appear in over 150 films until the early 1990s.
She has worked with studios like Caballero, VCA, Western Visuals, CDI, Metro, AVC, Vidco, and Fantasy Home Video. Her impact on the industry was honored during the late 2000s by being inducted into the Adult Video News Hall of Fame. Additionally, she was featured in Tupac Shakur’s “How Do U Want It” and broke barriers as one of the first prominent black women in her field.
4. Jada Fire
Era: 2000s
Jada Fire was an iconic figure in the adult entertainment industry throughout the 2000s. Born in Los Angeles, California, in 1976, she entered the industry in 1998 after initially working as a phone sex operator. Her career ran until 2014, during which she appeared in over 900 scenes.
Fire worked with Reality Kings, Naughty America, Elegant Angel, Black Ice, Video Team, West Coast Productions, Vivid, 3rd Degree, Zero Tolerance, Metro, Wicked Pictures, Pure Play Media, Evil Angel, and Hustler, to name a few. In the end, her career’s achievements included her induction into multiple hall of fames, like the AVN and Urban X.
5. Kira Noir
Era: 2010s/2020s
Kira Noir started her career at just 20 years old in the mid-2010s. Hailing from Los Angeles County, she quickly established by workeing with Brazzers, Reality Kings, Kink, Elegant Angel, Blacked, and Devil’s Film. Her portfolio includes starring or featuring in over 700 films, which spans across various niches, from girl-on-girl scenes to more intense genres like anal.
Noir has received over 100 award nominations through AVN, P***hub, Urban X, XBiz, and Spank Bank. Her athletic and natural physique, combined with her on-screen charisma, have made her a favorite among fans.
6. Ana Foxxx
Era: 2010s/2020s
Ana Foxxx has been one of the most popular porn stars in the adult film industry since she debuted in 2012. Hailing from the city of Rialto in the Los Angeles metropolitan area, her tall, slim frame and stunning chocolate skin quickly became a fan favorite. A filmography with over 900 films, her journey into the spotlight began with modeling, a path that would transition into her successful career in adult entertainment.
Throughout her career, Ana earned nearly 100 nominations from the likes of AVN, XBIZ, Spank Bank, Urban X, and others. Her work spans across both traditional DVDs and online web series, collaborating with top production companies of her era.
7. Heather Hunter
Era: 1990s
The 1990s saw the rise of adult entertainment icons such as Heather Hunter, who made her debut in 1988 at the age of 19. A native of New York City, Hunter spent much of the decade working almost exclusively with Vivid Entertainment.
Before entering the adult film industry, she had been an exotic dancer during the 1980s. Over her career, she appeared in more than 70 films and was featured in several dozen men’s magazines. Her impact on the industry was recognized with multiple Hall of Fame inductions. Hunter’s popularity also extended beyond adult entertainment, as she enjoyed a stint in the music industry, specifically in Rap and R&B.
8. Pinky
Era: 2000s
Pinky was possibly the most iconic Ebony actress in porn during the 2000s. Born during the mid-1980s in the city of Oakland, she grabbed the spotlight in every scene she performed in. Standing just under five feet tall, her impact was significant, and she became one of the most sought-after performers in the urban category during her active years from 2006 to 2014.
The Oakland native worked with studios like Bangbros, Elegant Angel, West Coast Productions, Black Ice, Reality Kings, Evasive Angels, Black Market, Exquisite, Black Magic and more. She would later take a bold step by launching her own film company, becoming one of the very few performers turned entrepreneurs. She earned multiple awards, including accolades from Pornhub and an induction into the Urban X Hall of Fame.
9. Skin Diamond
Era: 2010s
Skin Diamond began her career in 2009 at the age of 22. Originally from Ventura, California, she comes from a diverse background with European and East African heritage. Over the course of her career, which ran until 2021, Diamond starred in over 650 films.
Diamond’s career has led to over 100 award nominations from leading organizations such as AVN, Inked, XBIZ, Spank Bank, Urban X, and Nightmoves. She has collaborated with several top-tier production companies, including Brazzers, Girlfriends, Evil Angel, and Kink, among many others.
10. Nyomi Banxxx
Era: 2000s/2010s
Nyomi Banxxx is originally from Chicago, Illinois, making her debut in her early 30s. She was a star particularly within the MILF, busty, and urban genres. Active from 2006 to 2016, Nyomi Banxxx built an impressive career, appearing in over 150 films.
Her collaborations were with top studios such as Brazzers, Reality Kings, Naughty America, Elegant Angel, West Coast Productions, Evasive Angels, Black Ice, Wicked, and Bangbros. Her career ended with numerous accolades, obtaining over a couple dozen awards, including honors from both AVN and Urban X. Her achievements were further recognized with her induction into the Urban X Hall of Fame.
11. Teanna Trump
Era: 2010s
Teanna Trump, once known as Teanna Smile, was a rising star in the industry. Originating from Indianapolis, Indiana, her career ran from 2013 to 2021, featuring over 125 films. Known for her slim, natural physique, Teanna quickly became a fan favorite, and a standout in pop and urban culture.
Throughout her career, she achieved much success, winning multiple awards and being one of the iconic stars of her generation. She has worked with Bangbros, Brazzers, Evil Angel, Evasive Angel, and several others, such as Girlfriends, Elegant Angel, West Coast Productions, and Team Skeet.
12. Misty Stone
Era: 2000s/2010s
Misty Stone has had an iconic career, ranging from 2006 to 2024. Born and raised in Inglewood, California, Stone has appeared in over 600 films throughout her career. As an Ebony actress, she stands out in the industry for her slim and petite figure with her curly hair. Stone became one of the most popular adult stars starting in the 2000s, a status she maintained well into the 2020s.
Ms. Stone has worked with top studios including Brazzers, West Coast Productions, Dogfart, Wicked Pictures, Girlfriends, Hustler, Black Ice, Reality Kings, and Elegant Angel, among others. Her time in the industry has led to multiple nominations and wins from over 50 awards. She has also been nominated for multiple Hall of Fames, reflecting her longevity and impact in the adult film industry.
13. Sinnamon Love
Era: 1990s/2000s
Arriving in Los Angeles from Flint, Michigan, Sinnamon Love quickly became a top star in the adult entertainment industry, with a career that extended well into the 2000s. Debuting in 1993 at the age of 20, she went on to be featured in over 200 scenes until the early 2010s.
Throughout her career, she worked with numerous prominent studios, including Heatwave, Brazzers, Naughty America, West Coast Productions, Vivid, Exquisite, Black Ice, Elegant Angel, Evil Angel, Legend, Metro, and many more. Her significant contributions to the industry earned her multiple Hall of Fame induction.
14. Janet Jacme
Era: 1990s
A native of Chicago, she entered the adult entertainment industry in 1992 at the age of 25 and maintained a successful career until 2008. Standing at five feet three inches tall, she quickly rose to the top of the business and became a well-recognized name.
Over the course of her career, she appeared in more than 200 titles and was eventually inducted into the Hall of Fame. She worked with a variety of prominent production companies, including Evasive Angles, Elegant Angel, Heatwave, L.B.O. Entertainment, Video Team, Rosebud, and many others.
15. Lacey Duvalle
Era: 2000s
Lacey Duvalle, a top black actress of the porn business during the 2000s, began her career at the age of 18 after moving to Los Angeles from her native Washington, DC. Initially entering the scene under the name of Pebbles, Duvalle quickly made a name for herself with her petite frame. Her career, which actively went on from 2000 to 2012, accounted for over 200 scenes.
She worked with major studios including Brazzers, Bangbros, Legend, West Coast Productions, Metro, Reality Kings, Afro-Centric, Black Ice, Black Market, and Odyssey. Despite the challenges that often come with long careers in such a dynamic industry, Duvalle managed to remain a relevant and respected performer, becoming a legend within the black and urban genres of adult entertainment.
16. Jenna Foxx
Era: 2010s/2020s
Jenna Foxx began her career in 2015 at the age of 19. Originally from Vancouver, Canada, Foxx is mixed with Black and Hawaiian Pacific Islander descent. Her career took off with Reality Kings. She has performed in over 500 films, covering a range of genres from boy-girl to girl-girl scenes.
Foxx has received numerous nominations from organizations such as AVN, Spank Bank, Urban X, and XBIZ. She has collaborated with all of the leading production companies of her era. Her career reflects excellence and authenticity in the world of adult entertainment.
17. Jezabel Vessir
Era: 2010s
Jezabel Vessir, a native of Denver, Colorado, made her debut in the adult entertainment industry in 2014 at the age of 24. Standing at five feet five inches tall and known for her busty figure, she quickly became a notable performer.
Over the years, she has appeared in more than 100 scenes and received several award nominations. Throughout her career, Jezabel has worked with prominent studios such as Brazzers, Reality Kings, Mile High, Bangbros, Dogfart, Girlfriends Films, Wicked Pictures, and many others.
18. Harley Dean
Era: 2010s
Harley Dean became a star in the adult film industry at the age of 21. Hailing from Columbus, Ohio, Dean has been active since 2014, performing in over 120 scenes to date.
Dean has primarily collaborated with popular studios such as Reality Kings, Naughty America, Mofos, and Devil’s Film, among others. Despite being widely recognized as a Black actress, she comes from a rich and diverse heritage, being of mixed Native American, Filipino, and Hawaiian descent.
19. Julie Kay
Era: 2010s/2020s
Julie Kay began her career in 2014 at the age of 19. Originating from Tampa, FL, she has been active for a decade, featuring in over 100 scenes. Over the years, Julie underwent a notable physical transformation, slimming down while maintaining her natural appearance.
Her time in the industry has led to multiple award nominations. Ms. Kay has worked with leading studios, including Reality Kings, Brazzers, Bangbros, Elegant Angel, Team Skeet, Jules Jordan, and Naughty America. Her performances with such high-profile companies has led her to gaining a reputation as a versatile performer in the adult film industry.
20. Cherokee D’Ass
Era: 2000s
Cherokee D’Ass, originally from the Los Angeles area, began her career as a dancer before entering the adult entertainment industry. Known for her iconic curves, she appeared in over 100 scenes and became a prominent figure in the business.
Throughout her career, Cherokee worked with major studios such as West Coast Productions, Reality Kings, Bangbros, Evasive Angles, Black Ice, Black Market, Darkside Entertainment, Elegant Angel, Heatwave, and many others. Her impact on the industry earned her both award nominations and induction into the Hall of Fame.
21. Roxy Reynolds
Era: 2000s
Roxy Reynolds, originally from Columbus, Ohio, was a college student before entering the adult entertainment industry. She made her debut in 2005 at the age of 25 and continued working until 2011.
Standing at five feet five inches tall, she appeared in over 100 scenes and worked with prominent studios such as Naughty America, Black Ice, Evasive Angles, West Coast Productions, Darkside Entertainment, Mercenary Pictures, and others. An award nominee and Hall of Fame inductee, she was also one of the first Black performers to launch her own websites and brand, further cementing her influence in the industry.
22. Bethany Benz
Era: 2010s
Bethany Benz, a former prominent star in adult entertainment during the 2010s, comes from a unique background. She is mixed of Ukrainian and Nigerian descent. Born in 1987 and originally hailing from Ukraine, she had a very impactful debut in 2010 with the well-known adult film companies Bangbros and Reality Kings.
During her active years from 2010 to 2021, Benz appeared in over 125 films, working with various studios including Brazzers, Elegant Angel, Dogfart, Naughty America, Evil Angel, and West Coast Productions. Her work in adult films has led to several nominations of Urban X and AVN Awards. Benz’s talents extended beyond adult films, as she ventured into mainstream media, appearing in several hip-hop music videos.
23. Cassidy Banks
Era: 2010s
Beginning during the early 2010s, Cassidy Banks became into the spotlight with her exotic looks and busty curves. Known for her all-natural attributes, the Denver native debut in 2014 at the age of 20.
Banks quickly became a star, featuring in over 250 scenes and working well into the 2020s. This award nominee worked with Brazzers, Reality Kings, Twistys, Girlfriends Films, Team Skeet, Mofos, Naughty America, Bangbros, Digital Sin, and others.
24. Tabitha Fox
Era: 1990s
Tabitha Fox career in the adult film industry may have been brief, beginning in 1995 and ending in 1998, with a few sporadic appearances in the 2000s, but she certainly made an impact.
While details about her personal life remain scarce, she worked with studios such as Rosebud, Evil Angel, Sin City, and several others. Over the course of her career, she featured in more than 90 titles, leaving a lasting impression on fans.
25. Nia Nacci
Era: 2010s/2020s
Nia Nacci, from Tulsa, Oklahoma, made quite an impact in the adult entertainment scene during her active years from 2017 to 2023. Known for her natural appeal, Nia’s career spans over 200 scenes, primarily in online web series.
Her work with top platforms such as Reality Kings, Deeper, Bangbros, Dogfart, Girlfriends, and Vixen has established her as a prominent star in the industry. Admired for her classy and sophisticated performances, Nia has over 20 award nominations. Her slim and busty natural physique has a blend of elegance and allure.
26. Sarah Banks
Era: 2010s
Sarah Banks, originally from the Los Angeles metro area, made her debut in the adult entertainment industry in 2016 at the age of 19. Standing at just 5’0″, she quickly made a name for herself, featuring in over 120 scenes.
She spent the majority of her career during the late 2010s and worked with several major studios, including Brazzers, Reality Kings, Team Skeet, Devil’s Film, Mofos, Digital Playground, Evil Angel, Mile High, and many others.
27. Crystal Knight
Era: 1990s
Crystal Knight, a performer from New York, New York, who is half Cuban and half Dominican, debuted in the adult film industry in 1995 in her early twenties and continued her career until the early 2000s, appearing in over 50 scenes.
She was prominently featured in the Urban and Ebony genres and participated in many women-only scenes. Additionally, Crystal Knight was a well-known video vixen during the 1990s and 2000s, appearing in music videos for various hip hop artists.
28. Diamond Jackson
Era: 2000s/2010s
Diamond Jackson made her debut in the adult film industry in her 40s, mostly viewed as a MILF performer. Originally from Miami, Florida, Jackson’s career spanned from 2007 to 2022. Over this 15-year period, she participated in more than 150 scenes.
She is characterized by her busty and mature look. During her time in the business, she has received numerous award nominations. Throughout her career, she primarily worked with leading studios such as Brazzers and Naughty America. As a MILF star, she redefined and celebrated mature beauty.
29. Anya Ivy
Era: 2010s
Anya Ivy, from Atlanta, Georgia, established herself in porn from 2014 to 2022. Known for her petite frame and natural busty frame, Anya brought class and sophistication to her performances. With a filmography of over 200 titles, she had a wide audience. Throughout her years in the industry, Ivy received multiple nominations from the likes of AVN and Spank Bank.
Her work predominantly involved working with Brazzers, Bangbros, Twistys, Team Skeet, Bang!, Mofos, Naughty America, and Reality Kings. Even after concluding her chapter in the adult film industry in 2022, Anya Ivy remains one of the top stars of the 2010s.
30. Jasmine Webb
Era: 2000s/2010s
Jasmine Webb began in the industry with her debut at the age of 21 in 2004. Originating from London, UK, she briefly became one of Europe’s leading stars in the industry. Known as a MILF star, Jasmine has become one of the top UK performers of all-time.
With over 300 scene to her name, Jasmine Webb’s extensive career includes numerous accolades of nominations for several AVN awards. She has worked with top production companies, such as Brazzers, DDF Network, Fake Hub, Bluebird Films, 21 Sextury, Killergram, Harmony Films, and Sexy Hub.
31. Demi Sutra
Era: 2010s
Demi Sutra made her debut in 2015. Hailing from Washington, DC, she had an energetic and versatile style on the screen. Known for her petite and slim physique, Demi didn’t shy away from exploring various genres and niches within the adult industry, including a range of fetishes.
Demi Sutra, also known by the alias Ajaa XXX, appeared in over 300 films. Her talent has earned her more than a dozen award nominations. Beginning her journey with Reality Kings, Demi has collaborated with some of the top companies of the 2010s, including Brazzers, Digital Playground, Naughty America, Twistys, and others.
32. Candace Von
Era: 2000s
Candace Von, who began her journey in the adult entertainment industry in 2005 at the notable age of 21, climbed the ranks to become a star and top performer. Hailing from the Bronx, New York, her career in the early 2000s through to 2012 was featured in over 250 films.
Her work predominantly was with top studios such as West Coast Productions, Reality Kings, Bangbros, Heatwave, Score, Evasive Angles, Black Ice, Exquisite, Darkside Entertainment, Mercenary Pictures, and Red Light District. Known for starring in the Ebony/Urban genre of adult films, Candace earned accolades and several award nominations.
33. Alexis Silver
Era: 2000s/2010s
Alexis Silver shined in the adult film industry throughout the 2000s and into the 2010s. Hailing from Leeds, UK, Alexis brought an exotic presence to the business. Born in 1979, she began her career in 2004 and continued to work until 2016, featuring in over 350 titles.
Famous for her thick, natural, and busty physique, she became a top performer across various genres and niches. Her collaborated with top studios like Bangbros, Brazzers, Reality Kings, Naughty America, Elegant Angel, and several others. Even after retiring, her performances were some of the most memorable.
34. Osa Lovely
Era: 2010s/2020s
Osa Lovely, hailing from Dallas, Texas, made her debut in the adult entertainment industry in 2008 at the age of 21. Throughout her career, she worked with several major studios, including Brazzers, Dogfart, Devil’s Film, Reality Kings, Juicy Entertainment, West Coast Productions, Vouyer Media, and many others.
Although she entered the industry in the late 2000s, she truly rose to stardom as a MILF actress in the late 2010s and into the 2020s.
35. Kiki Minaj
Era: 2010s
Kiki Minaj, originally from Birmingham, UK, emerged as one of the top adult stars in her country. Debuting in 2012 and retiring in 2023, Kiki’s unique appeal of being Jamaican has led her becoming of the UK’s top performing star. Mostly residing in the MILF genre, she has been featured in over 200 titles, showcasing her talents on both sides of the Atlantic.
Kiki’s award nominations, including XBIZ, displays her talent. Her career saw her working with both American and European studios, such as Brazzers, Sexy Hub, Sin Drive, Pure Pass, Fake Hub, Killergram, and Digital Playground.
36. Chanell Heart
Era: 2010s
Chanell Heart was a standout star in the adult film industry for over a decade, a career that began in 2013. Originating from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Heart debuted with Reality Kings and soon became famous for her slim and curvy physique.
Appearing in over 300 films, Heart’s work led her earning numerous award nominations from notable organizations such as AVN and Urban X, among others. She worked with some of the most respected production companies in the industry, including Devil’s Film, Elegant Angel, Brazzers, and many more.
37. Carmen Hayes
Era: 2000s
Carmen Hayes was viewed as one of the top porn stars during the 2000s. Raised in Southern California, she began her career in 2002 and remained active for a decade, until 2012.
Hayes primarily appeared in urban and black genres of the adult film industry. Over her career, she starred in more than 300 scenes, working with well-known studios such as Reality Kings, Score, Elegant Angel, West Coast Productions, Heatwave, Legend, Exquisite, and Avalon Enterprises. Her well-known, busty physique led her earning a spot in the Urban X Hall of Fame.
38. Ebony Ayes
Era: 1980s
Phyllis Roberts, also known as Ebony Ayes, was originally from the city of Atlanta, Georgia, where she also was a dancer at strip clubs. She made her debut in the adult film industry in 1985. Ayes was one of the first black women to be featured in popular and mainstream pornography videos.
Making a huge run during the late 1980s, she starred or featured in over 100 films before ending her career in the early 1990s. She worked with studios like Big Top, Bizarre Video, AVC, VCA, Leisure Time Entertainment, CDI Video, Napali Video, VTO, and more. Besides films, she was also on the covers of over 50 men’s magazines.
39. Aurora Jolie
Era: 2000s
Aurora Jolie entered the adult film industry at the age of 18 in the mid-2000s. As a military brat born in Italy, she spent years in places such as Virginia and Southern California. Over her career, which lasted from 2006 to 2012, Jolie participated in over 120 scenes, exclusively only performing in anal scenes, thereby maintaining her technical virginity.
Besides her work in adult films, she also gained visibility by featuring in several hip hop music videos, adding a layer of crossover appeal to her career. Jolie worked with prominent studios like Bangbros, Brazzers, Reality Kings, Evil Angel, and Elegant Angel, as well as Digital Playground, West Coast Productions, Jules Jordan, Vouyer Media, Red Light District, and Northstar Associates.
40. Dominique Simone
Era: 1990s
Hailing from Valdosta, Georgia, Domonique Simone star in over 300 films between 1990 and 2000. In L.A., Domonique began venturing into modeling of renowned adult magazines such as Hustler.
Beyond her film work, she featuring in numerous rap and R&B music videos of artists like Snoop Dogg. Domonique Simone was inducted into the AVN Hall of Fame in the late 2000s.
41. Marie Luv
Era: 2000s
Born in 1981 and coming from Los Angeles, California, Marie Luv started her career in the industry in 2000. Over her 15-year career, Marie appeared in over 500 scenes.
She worked with Digital Playground, 3rd Degree, Adam & Eve, Elegant Angel, Hustler, Evil Angel, Red Light District, West Coast Productions, and Wicked Pictures. Throughout her career, Marie Luv’s talent was recognized with a number of awards and nominations, highlighting her work in the adult film world.
42. Delotta Brown
Era: 2000s
Delotta Brown, originally from Atlanta and Cincinnati, made her debut in the adult entertainment industry in 2006 while in her late 20s. She worked until the early 2010s, appearing in over 120 films.
Known for her curvy and thick figure, and standing at five feet six inches tall, Delotta collaborated with a range of prominent studios including Evasive Angles, West Coast Productions, Reality Kings, Black Ice, Candy Shop, Darkside Entertainment, Legend, Hustler, Heatwave, Score, and many others.
43. Angel Eyes
Era: 2000s
Angel Eyes, also known by her alias Nika Chane, made her mark in porn during the 2000s . Born in 1980 just outside of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, she began her career in 2002. Over the course of a decade, she appeared in more than 300 films, predominantly contributing to the urban and black genres of adult entertainment.
Angel Eyes collaborated with Bangbros, Hustler, Legend, West Coast Productions, Metro, Black Ice, Adam & Eve, Afro-Centric, Darkside Entertainment, Heatwave, and Devil’s Film.
44. Kapri Styles
Era: 2000s
Kapri Styles was one of the top urban stars of the 2000s. Born in 1981 and hailing from Atlanta, Georgia, she was known for her trademark Chinese tattoos on both of her cheeks. Standing at 5’7″, Kapri Styles became a leading performer during her active years from 2005 to 2013.
Her successful career was through studios like Reality Kings, West Coast Productions, Naughty America, Heatwave, Acid Rain, Elegant Angel, Black Ice, Hustler, Black Market, Exquisite, and Digital Playground. Her time in the industry led to her being inducted into the Urban X Hall of Fame.
45. Skyy Black
Era: 2000s
Skyy Black emerged during the 2000s. Hailing from Compton, California, and born in 1979, she captured audiences with her thick and BBW appeal. Her career ran a decade from 2000 to 2010, during which she starred in over 220 films. Her career was predominantly focused on the black and urban categories.
Her collaborations with industry giants such as Elegant Angels, Evasive Angles, West Coast Productions, Black Ice, Heatwave, Dogfart, Afro-Centric, Black Market, Exquisite, Video Team, and others. Her time and impact did not go unnoticed, as evidenced by her induction into the Urban X Hall of Fame.
46. Brittney White
Era: 2010s
Brittney White had a very short but impactful career in the adult entertainment industry. Standing at five feet three inches tall and known for her busty figure, she worked with notable studios such as Bangbros, Reality Kings, Mofos, and several others.
Despite her brief time in the industry, which spanned from 2016 when she was 19 until about 2018, she became an award nominee and made a significant impression.
47. Obsession
Era: 1990s
Hailing from Portland, she relocated to Southern California. Her career began to take shape in the mid-1990s, initially gaining attention as a model for adult magazines. It wasn’t long before she branched out into adult films, making her debut in 1995. Although her early appearances that year were somewhat limited, she quickly gained momentum.
From 1996 to the late 2000s, featuring in over 300 titles. Her appeal also led her to cross over into the music world, appearing as a vixen in several high-profile hip-hop videos, including those by Dr. Dre and Chris Rock, enhancing her visibility and solidifying her place in pop culture.
48. Beauty Dior
Era: 2000s
Beauty Dior was a well known Black and Ebony porn star during the 2000s, coming from Rochester, New York. Beginning her career in her late 20s, she became known for appearing in films within the Black, Urban, and Big Ass categories of porn.
Active from 2004 to 2012, Beauty Dior was featured in over 150 films. Her collaborations with top studios such as West Coast Productions, Evasive Angels, and Reality Kings helped her gain much stardom. Even after her retirement in 2012, Beauty Dior’s legacy has remained, an icon among the Ebony genre.
49. Adrian Maya
Era: 2010s/2020s
Adrian Maya, originating from Tacoma, Washington, arrived at the young age of 18 in 2014. Ethnically mixed but primarily identified as Black in her films, Adrian has participated in over 200 productions. Her thick, natural physique, alongside her performances made her a star by appealing to a diverse audience.
Over the years, Adrian has gained several AVN award nomination. Her work includes Team Skeet, Bangbros, Reality Kings, Mofos, Brazzers, Naughty America, and others.
50. September Reign
Era: 2010s
September Reign, hailing from Sacramento, California, arrived in porn in 2015. Standing at 5’4″ and weighing just over 100 pounds, she has starred in over 200 films. Born in 1990, September has earned multiple nominations through the likes of AVN and Urban X awards.
Throughout her career, September Reign has worked with numerous top studios. She has performed with industry giants like Brazzers, Team Skeet, and Bangbros, as well as Deeper, Dogfart, Spizoo, Adult Time, and Adam & Eve.