The Real Names of Porn Stars Revealed

Stage names are used all throughout show business, whether it is for the practical purpose of recognition in a crowded sea of performers or for style, this act can lead to anonymity or push ones star further into the spotlight. In the world of pornography it is an essential part of the business that a model or actress develop an appealing image and make a memorable name for herself. Here are some of those eye catching names and the real names being covered up by the porn stars.

Amber Lynn - Laura Adams: Born and raised in Southern California, a region quite associated with pornography, she broke into the business via nude layouts in such magazines as Hustler and Penthouse. Her first porn film was in 1983 and after some time in the industry she retired to do live performances at strip clubs. However, she eventually turned back to magazine layouts and then porno films, but then also drugs, which led to her retirement again to kick the habit. Once clean and sober, however, the porno business was calling and Laura Adams aka Amber Lynn answered.

Asia Carrera - Jessica Andrea Steinhauser: Her Japanese father and German mother gave Jessica a unique look for modeling , though she was also an excellent student. However, this beauty with brains actually decided to run away and take the road less traveled. After working the dance clubs and posing for magazines Jessica worked her way into the California porn video trade and became a star. After many years in the industry, creating her own website, and having one failed marriage Jessica retired from porn acting in 2003. However, she did find love again and remarried to Don Lemmon. Tragedy struck in 2006 while Jessica was pregnant with Don's second child in the form of Don being killed in a car accident. Jessica's struggle to maintain her family and fight depression is quite inspirational.