15 Movie Stars Who Began Their Careers In Adult Movies

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15. Sasha Grey

Last but not least, not by a long shot, is Sasha Grey. Here we have the ultimate adult movies star who simply decided to try and conquer Hollywood outside the pornographic industry.

Marina Ann Hantzisis, aka Sasha Grey is a former pornographic actress who became a mainstream actress, model, author and musician.

She first entered the mainstream media after appearing on several popular television programs and in pop culture magazines opening up about her willingness to enter the world of hardcore porn at a young age.

Sasha has also been featured in music videos and advertising campaigns, won numerous awards between 2007 and 2010, including the AVN Female Performer of the Year Award in 2008.

After her feature film debut as the lead in Steven Soderbergh’s “The Girlfriend Experience,” Sasha decided to completely focus on mainstream acting. She subsequently starred in “Smash Cut,” and had a semi-fictionalized role playing herself on “Entourage.”

When it comes to her career, Sasha is the one calling the shots. Always have been.