I have empathy for anyone who dies, whatever happens. But remember these were grown men who made adult decisions and adult choices. If they hadn't entered that business, most of these guys might still be alive
@@BillyLee25 im assuming since you think porn “actors” deserve respect you’re a porn “Star”😂😂 What’s your stage name Can I take a guess🤷♂️ Candy Whore
*Dear everyone, this Video is in Loving Memory to those 30 Male Porn Stars Who Have Died. Sorry it's taken me so long to upload another Tribute Video. I just had a couple of Issues with UA-cam, but it's all resolved now, hopefully. I will try and upload more Videos, as long as people Subscribe and leave Comments. It won't let me Pin my Comment yet either, for a reason. All of these men were someone's son and now they are all gone. They will be missed by their families, friends and also their fans. May they all Rest in Heavenly Peace.* 🙏
@@mrcaringuy Just noticed and I understand very well. I also had some problems with you tube. In the end I resolved it by myself and had no knowledge I could do so. Yet seemed no care at all like that industry. Also touching too going with sad and poignant So young and suicide being the only way out for them, shows me how strong they were actually, pity that they couldn't see that still present strength in them and able to get out of that horrible last thought .
Isn't it they committed suicide because they have a disease (aids), or because of harassment and bullying, or because they don't sell anymore in p*rn and they have nowhere to go after that..
@@michaelreece2966 some say sex is the best job ever but can you imagine penetration in waste meaning wasting your semen and being eaten by women and man because they say semen is bones 🩻, i believe that male are raped and kidnapped since child.
These porn companies that profit off these men need to step up their effort to address this issue of depression and drugs that lead to many of these young men committing suicide at such a young age.
RIP to all of them 💔 And this is why it really pisses me off when people say, "Porn is the ultimate dream job for men", because the amount of suicides in this video is staggering. Granted, not ALL of them committed suicide, but a lot did. Point is you never really know how certain lives are.
@aj.a1845 Some wars are brought on by themselves. Self-inflicted harm many, many times over. Those who love them can only watch in horror. Of course, THEY see it as everyone is just judgmental and doesn't care about them. How selfish. How incredibly selfish! They knew the rules for playing in society, they broke them, and now they want to have no repercussions. How many OnlyFans personalities think/feel the same way? Not everything is a commodity, nut the first thing to go for many like this is their self-respect. "A good name is more valuable than rubies." (From the Book of Poverbs) We all sin, but we're supposed to LEARN from our mistakes, not JUSTIFY the mistakes! Jesus forgives, but it was HE who said, "Wide and broad is the path to eternal damnation, but straight and narrow is the path to eternal life, and few find it." If you are like those exempified here, do better.
Isn't it they committed suicide because they have a disease (aids), or because of harassment and bullying, or because they don't sell anymore in p*rn and they have nowhere to go after that..
@@christophepilaire7868 🤔🤔Some of them might have received comments like "you're just a dck" ... or they might have mulled over that idea themselves. Either way, in the world of porn nobody is mentally balanced.
*Yes that's true. Most of them did in fact die by Suicide. I would say they may have felt Guilt and Shame for doing Porn and that could be a reason why they died by their own hand and yes, most were still quite young.* 😥
It hurts a lot that main of the cause was suicide, and in their 20s, broke my heart! I lived the depression in my early 20s, it's really hard, I reached the step of watching the world in grays, but I was brave enough to find the way out, now I'm just turned 40. Life isn't easy but it's worth to live it despite the ups and downs. Rest In Peace all of them!
After a while you start to think sex is all you’re really valuable for and you start to kinda hate yourself for not being more. It’s sad. Not everyone can differentiate that.
*There are 16 Suicides in this video Cathy. Most of the one's who died by Suicide were also gay. Just about all of these males were gay, but yes, a person can have a Heart Attack if they keep doing Drugs.* 😥
@@mrcaringuy But there's always the possibility that some of these men had other heart health issues. It isn't as rare as it used to be. Let's not make them out to be drug addicts unless there's proof. Just saying.
Well. There's also the possibility of steroid related issue. I've seen far too many beautiful bodybuilders passed away by the exact same issue. Just look at all of them that passed away in this vid due to heart related issue, they're super built. No doubt about it, they took steroid. Body dysmorphia needs to be stopped. There're ways to look great without hopping on steroid. It just takes longer, more patience and more dedication.
As someone who has struggled with suicide thoughts ever since i was a teen, i tried to unalive myself 3 times. I am in a better mental space today. THINGS GET BETTER, NEVER STOP FIGHTING.
Does anyone in the industry try to offer actors/actresses with mental health support?? Because the amount of suicides I saw really does speak volumes. Like the industry is definitely a beast. It's so very sad, hopefully they are all at peace
I’m porn star Markie, was in the industry from 1996-2007, and just did a new video this year 2024 . It was a fun and great time for me in the biz. Made lots of connections and I stayed away from the drug part. It was interesting to see the clicks at the after parties ect it looked like in those clicks that everyone was happy and got along. Years later I learned that was not the truth. Someday I’ll write in my biography in detail. Eric Rhodes was a close friend as was Andy Dill and I gave Arpod miklos his grabby award after mis pronouncing his name, he was a great guy! Somehow I survived and still don’t do drugs and have moved on from the industry where Michael Brandon was my mentor and Chi Chi LARUE and I keep in touch. So strange how these things happen. I appreciate you posting this so people can remember these amazing individuals that brought so much joy and touched us all in some way. Thank you for posting! It’s appreciated by me. We also lost porn producer and owner of Factory Videos and creator of Cum Union to throat cancer earlier this year. Scott Morris aka Todd. He was like a brother. Anyway, thanks for posting the video and thanks for letting me post here! I appreciate you! I’m 49 living in Las Vegas and fortunate enough to enjoy my amazing life. ❤
Michael, this is really sad. I could never be a porn star, but apparently there's money to be had, but it seems it's not a happy life. I hope they are all resting in peace. Thank you for keeping their memory alive.
*I would never be a Porn Star either. Personally, I think it's a disgusting way to make money, especially doing in on camera in front of an audience or crew and you are also very welcome.* 😊
the number of deaths by suicide is so disheartening I almost stopped watching. don't get me wrong, any of the causes of death here are terrible and tragic, but suicide (a very complicated issue to which I am no expert) _seems_ like it could have been prevented. I know it's never that simple, but it just _seems_ like it is. a case of "if only..."
How sad that most of these gentlemen died from suicide (could it be that the work they do leads them to loneliness) and the second cause was heart attacks (could it be that they take some medication that is not good for their health but is good for their work) May all these gentlemen rest in peace.
Drug abuse is commonly attested behind the scenes in adult entertainment. Steroid abuse seems to be fairly common among performers in all-male material. All of these can certainly contribute to heart attacks.
R.I.P All these men were someone's son. I'm sure when they were children, when asked "what do you want to be when you grow up. None of them said I want to be a male porn star
*Very true indeed Chrissy, they were someone's son. They probably didn't want to be a Porn Star when they were quite young. As they got older, they thought, fuck it, I want to be a Porn Star now. I think it's just sad the amount of people's lives who are now lost for being in Porn.* 😥
Those in the porn industry need to ensure mental health support is available to actors. Did you ever see so many workers lost to suicide in a single sector? I guess those with issues are drawn towards this industry. It's sad, so many souls lost
16 out of 30 died from unaliving themselves 😮😢 3 died from AIDS 1 died from pneumonia ( could be from complications from AIDS. I'm sorry to hear what happened to these men no matter what they did !!!!
@@Juliukas101 I wasn't sure if the word suicide was okay to use because it seemed UA-cam deleted it or I thought they had. I didn't mean any disrespect towards these individuals and the depression/drug's/mental health that caused them to kill themselves
Same. It promises money, fame, and sex with beautiful men and women, but is ultimately the destroyer of souls. Jesus said: "The enemy comes to kill steal and destroy, but I have come to give you life and life to the fullest."-John 10:10 I see sadness in all of their eyes. Regret and deep sorrow. Lack of fulfillment and hopelessness. I feel for these people, even though they were all flawed, they were still people who were lost.
Billy Glide according to the coroner report: ethanol intoxication combined with enlarged heart and fatty liver disease. He told his parents he was bitten by a friend’s pet rattlesnake and his family maintained the lie so it wouldn’t get out that he suffered from drug addiction.
From the beginning of the video I noticed two disconcerting aspects in the causes of death: suicide and heart attacks or in any case situations related to the two aspects. This alone should make you think how frustrating , unhelathy and unfulfilling the career of the porn actor is and that it takes a great deal of strength of spirit and character to hold it up. It is true that sex and money are the two pillars of our current society... but maybe feeding the sex industry is not so healthy and beneficial for our society....
Most were by drug reactions....they were heart attacks brought on by taking enhancing drugs (viagra) mixed with nitrates (blood thinners)...not street drugs....this was not evident at the time when Viagra/Cialis were originally released as it didnt become a primary question asked when a Dr prescribed them till 2019
Most of them passed away from suicide because in the movies they are a star but when it came in real life they felt like they are nothing but just a piece of toy for others. Then they get into loneliness, emptiness, lost and depression. All of these together make them see there is no light in their future and they don't want to live any more.
@@Untamed-unapologetic9336 I remember when i was young about 30 years ago i get approached by a gay porns director name Bruce la Bruce in Toronto to do porn and he offered to pay me more money than others men but i denied it. He asked me why i denied his offer. I told him i don't feel comfortable when millions of men out there watching me and jerking off.
Rest in Peace to all💔😢 I'm extremely sad to see all of them. Especially, those who committed suicide. 💔😢 Am shocked to see these three gay male pornstar also, never knew they're gone, Arpad Miklos, Bryce Evans, Eric Rhodes..they all were my favourite stars.. 😢💔😭
@@raymondmumford6255 People from the start are taught about Materialistic things and are missing the Spiritual world where one has to detach from wordly attachments. Being materialistic result in depression and anexity.
Moral of the story: Don’t get involved in the porn industry. It’s not natural and I’m sure a lot of these guys had extreme self worth issues. Very sad. Reminds me of a lyric from the song, “Desperado”. “These things that are pleasing you can hurt you somehow”.
@@mle6501What are you talking about? I feel much sadness for all of them who lost their lives but especially for the ones who took their lives. Beyond tragic.
I have noticed that majority of them died because of suicide, if that is the case, then they have problems related to mental health it could be psychological or emotional...
*The Suicide Rate is shockingly high and it's probably just going to get more worse as life goes on. I wish people would stop ending their own lives, but we know that won't happen. I could only just imagine how many Porn Stars who have died by Suicide.* 😥
So sad for so many to die so young and by their own hand. Just wish they knew that they are worth more than they thought. Just wish someone was there to get them through the rough times. 😢Much love to them
So many young ones that still had their whole life ahead of them and look like they have everything going for them. You just never truly know of people's struggles and internal conflicts until it's too late. RIP to them all.
I met Eric stone , when I had just moved to California, at the age of 19, my older friend drove us to San Francisco, where he was dancing at ( Campus theater). He was so hunky and 😍 gorgeous! My friend told him it was my birthday ( it wasn't), so after he finished his dance, he threw me his calendar, and signed it: to victor, always play safe, love Eric... I just recently found out he had died just a few years after I saw him. It's sad he looks so buff, healthy, muscular, and healthy. I still have the cale der.,..
I've noticed there is a lot of porn Stars that die of suicide I think some are the gay for pay and some drugs overdose but God bless them all if there's a heaven my they be in peace so sad I was a dancer for 22 years im 58 now I now some adult industries are harsh and ruff and it could interfere in relationship and family
I'm all for consenting adults watch and/or filming what they want or, for that matter, making a living in the sex industry. But whether it was the life they were living or the life they lived that led them to this career, it cannot be just a coincidence that so many died of suicide. So sad and heartbreaking.
It's crazy how many of them died by suicide and so young too :( .... I feel so bad man like I wanted to give them a big hug and tell them they aren't alone in this battle or be there for them even when I didn't know them. So sad ...
Yes like Arpad Miklos he was popular with other porn stars and when I attended the Grabby Awards in Chicago for IML weekend, he was always surrounded by friends in the biz. Or at least I always thought that! Erik Rhodes will be the one I remember forever! We became friends before he signed with Falcon in 2005 Chicago at Chi Chi LaRue’s Military ball. We were both vip and no one was talking to him. I went over and offer him a free drink (VIP drinks were free) he laughed and we ended up talking what seemed like hours. Fast forward, ever event we ever went to and saw one another we would make our way to speak to one another no matter who we were with and my first thing I’d ask was “How Are you doing ? Is everything ok?” He would always say yes all is good and I’m doing great. Fast forward less than one week later he committed suicide. I was devastated. Cause I always asked are you ok. I thought if something was off he would talk to me! He never did and we had and 7 year friendship. We weren’t cell phone buddies. But we had a like for one another and a friendship that was different. He always remembered me being the first honest friend to talk to him. They wanted me to talk about him in LA at Mickey a tribute to Erik I was just to devastated to go. Years later I got to to Scott Boardman who was hosting and say why. Again someday will be an amazing book! I’m 49 now in great shape and fortunate enough to being in summerlin the best part of Las Vegas. Living my best life and remembering those I come in contact with that they are affected by our presence. I mean we all affect others with our presence Remember that. We’re All human and we all touch others without ever knowing it! Again thanks for letting me post this! ❤
@markie467 thanks for sharing your story, Mark. I really enjoyed reading this. I'm so sorry for what you went through and I'm glad you healed. I'm a hard lover that's why I don't want/rarely fall in love with someone cause I do it deeply and give all my respect. That's why it hurts me alot when we stop talking or the person d!ed. All my blessings man and enjoy life till the fullest
@mysteriousjz there's always this one person coming with negativity and it's you. First I don't know a lot of people and second, how will I know someone is going through something if they don't express it ? .. please get busy and have a good day
@bricecarter196 When there's a will, you'll find them. I just wanted to highlight the hypocrisy in the West. I see these kinds of comments all the time, not just here. It makes me laugh how empty these gestures are. We're so focused on semantics in our symbolic speeches and technology, but in real life, it’s clear: people don’t give a second glance to those they don’t care about or are not atracted to, and no one gives you a second look on the streets if they don't like your beauty. This is how shallow, superficial and degraded Western society has become."
I just "found" videos on the deaths of women and men in Porno. Wow, I actually have pain in my heart for them. So many are so handsome or beautiful and it makes you wonder the level of torture in their souls, and their lives. No connection to either be loved or to actually love themselves or someone else. Makes me seriously re-evaluate my belief that porn is a victim less adult decision by adults. Really sad man, really sad.
Didn't expect that most have died of suicide but considering the rise in mental health issues all around the world. Aids I suppose comes in close second as cause of death but that's old story. I wonder if living the life like these folks did, must have taken a toll, right?
*I would say a lot of people who work in the Porn Industry are affected by Mental Health and it probably makes them feel bad or even Depressed with what they were doing. I don't know why a person chooses to work in Porn, but everyone has their own reasons for doing so. Some of these males could of been forced to work in that Industry, but I still don't know the answer to that.* 💔
We, the viewers watch the videos, lust for and envy these guys but seeing the more recent numerous "Causes of Death"....self inflicted or Heart Failure (drug and chemical abuse), shows the mental health disorders and pain they carried. Shows that our lives may be small and insignificant but we're still here.😢
Clearly there’s a mental health issue related to the industry that needs to be addressed. Also assume the heart attacks by young guys are brought on by drugs of some sort. So sad
Sometimes the faces of depression look happy on the outside, but inside they’re struggling. It’s a reminder that we never really know what someone is going through behind their smile.
Thank you for that last line of "Rest in Peace" included in each remembrance. Perhaps your video will encourage the development of an organization that can help men OUT of the pornography industry and onto something else, where they can find happiness and fulfillment. Something that we all deserve.
It's sad when anyone dies before their time. The fact that the overwhelming majority of the people appearing here (I have read of more not in this video) died by suicide is especially tragic. This seems to make clear that porn companies need to make mental health counseling as easily available to their performers as drugs. R.I.P.
😢beautiful tribute Mike. Hope you are doing well, your choice of music is also perfect, just as always. Sending peace and love to you and anyone that may need it- be well XO
“One of the creators of pornography said: ‘We make these videos for broken and hopeless people, not for intelligent individuals, but for those whose existence is insignificant.’”
@@kimsantiago1412 “Yes, we need to be aware and stay away from pornography. It truly destroys lives and brings failure. People must be cautious and mindful.”
I met Arpad numerous times when I worked at Rainbows & Triangles on 8th Avenue. I remember when I first met him and I shook his hand, I was embarrassed because I couldn't get a good grip, his hands were soooo huge lol. He was a sweet and somewhat reserved kind of man at least in public. I never expected him to take his own beautiful life, but of course none of us knows the pain that someone else is going through. I hope he's at peace.
@@AltRockLover That’s such a beautiful story! I always wanted to meet him!! Gawd he was SO SO SO SOOOO GORGEOUS!! And every vid on UA-cam he seemed to be such a sweetheart. He was such a beautiful man. You’re right, we never know what someone is going through. I sure wish he had found help for his afflictions. It kills me to know how much pain and anguish he was in, seeing as I’ve been suicidal many times and to know that he was in that amount of pain just kills me. Yes, I too hope he’s at peace now!
A while ago, I watched the counterpart for female porn star deaths. Obivously, the suicide rate is statistically higher than the general population for both female and male porn stars. Also, what is striking is how many have died in accidents and heart attacks, etc. I draw the conclusion that perhaps there is a high rate of substance abuse contribuiting to non-suicide deaths. Also striking is that most of them died very, very young. So sad. May you all find peace. I know that I do not judge you.
*I don't judge these people either for working in that Industry and for what they done, but we know that other's will judge them though. I really don't know why these females and males decide to join Porn as their line of work. When I hear of young people under the age of 30 dying, it's just sad. They never got to live a long fulfilled life. Suicides, Drug Overdose, Murders and Vehicle Accidents is beyond sad and heartbreaking to those who passed away.* 😥
These beautiful men enter a profession with high expectations at the beginning, but as time passes, they are no longer fresh faces and they just become old merchandise, as viewers expect new faces. Frustration and deception promotes vices and at the end those who can not cope take harshes alternatives. Very sad....
I think you’re right so many think it’s a forever gig. In some ways it’s is, because your immortalized in DVD or streaming. Porn didn’t define me was just fun and interesting. I have a whole other life. Always did. I have other talents, music, writing ect. And fans still find me and say how I helped them though tough times. So it’s never completely gone. But so many have so much going on that maybe it overwhelms them and they can’t deal with being in the $1 dvd bin! ❤
@@markie467 Good for you. If you are able realize that such particular talent or gift is not forever, more power to you. You may explore other possibilities in life that would be much more lasting and rewarding. The trade of the flesh has for most a very short life and many unfortunately, get trapped, totally hopeless and lacking the ability to get out and set themselves free.
Isn't it they committed suicide because they have a disease (aids), or because of harassment and bullying, or because they don't sell anymore in p*rn and they have nowhere to go after that..
Thank you for posting and ensuring that we see the humanity in these losses. I truly pray for their souls regardless how they left us. I also pray for their families.
Your praying for them … they’re in hell … you pray that this industry stops you pray to God The Father Of All Mankind stopping souls from entering this industry
So I read up on Billy Glide. He was bitten by a rattlesnake and refused treatment. He was heavily intoxicated at the time, and alcohol abuse further complicated both the envenomation and his ability to make sound decisions.
So many guys took their own life. We can barely imagine the pain in their hearts that led them to such a terrible end. All we can do is remember and not give into despair
This montage could easily have included double or triple the number of actors and models. He may have only made one video at age eighteen, but the beautiful Shawn Mayotte was in thousands of photos for adult magazines. He died from throat cancer in November 2022 (age 57).
I'm not really shocked but disturbed by the lack of empathy in some of the comments. These people are gone for God's sake have some respect!
It's a gathering of saints in the comments - the number who are leading spotless lives is amazing....
@@coastliner5848 Clearly..
I have empathy for anyone who dies, whatever happens. But remember these were grown men who made adult decisions and adult choices. If they hadn't entered that business, most of these guys might still be alive
@@BillyLee25 im assuming since you think porn “actors” deserve respect you’re a porn “Star”😂😂
What’s your stage name
Can I take a guess🤷♂️
Candy Whore
*Dear everyone, this Video is in Loving Memory to those 30 Male Porn Stars Who Have Died. Sorry it's taken me so long to upload another Tribute Video. I just had a couple of Issues with UA-cam, but it's all resolved now, hopefully. I will try and upload more Videos, as long as people Subscribe and leave Comments. It won't let me Pin my Comment yet either, for a reason. All of these men were someone's son and now they are all gone. They will be missed by their families, friends and also their fans. May they all Rest in Heavenly Peace.* 🙏
It is a somber tribute to those who have passed. The danger of this industry is unlike any other. Thank you for your hard work.❤
@@ross_ulbright7779 *Thank you so much and you are also very welcome.* 😁
@@mrcaringuy 💔😭🙏🏽🙏🏽 Thank You
@@mrcaringuy
Just noticed and I understand very well. I also had some problems with you tube. In the end I resolved it by myself and had no knowledge I could do so. Yet seemed no care at all like that industry. Also touching too going with sad and poignant
So young and suicide being the only way out for them, shows me how strong they were actually, pity that they couldn't see that still present strength in them and able to get out of that horrible last thought .
Their fans miss them,for sure, but if they were valued by their family,then maybe they wouldn't have committed suicide
Out of the 30 I counted 17 suicides. That’s an incredibly horrible, but telling statistic.
@@michaelreece2966 ...and probably at least half of the remaining were heart attacks. (Due to "performance" drugs?)
Isn't it they committed suicide because they have a disease (aids), or because of harassment and bullying, or because they don't sell anymore in p*rn and they have nowhere to go after that..
@@ExecutiveSummary-k8b of course
@@michaelreece2966 some say sex is the best job ever but can you imagine penetration in waste meaning wasting your semen and being eaten by women and man because they say semen is bones 🩻, i believe that male are raped and kidnapped since child.
@@michaelreece2966 I guess their sexual organ became infected and fell off😂😂
Thank you so much for posting this in such respectful way . May they all rest in peace and God bless .
*You are very welcome and yes thank you so much.* :)
These porn companies that profit off these men need to step up their effort to address this issue of depression and drugs that lead to many of these young men committing suicide at such a young age.
RIP to all of them 💔 And this is why it really pisses me off when people say, "Porn is the ultimate dream job for men", because the amount of suicides in this video is staggering. Granted, not ALL of them committed suicide, but a lot did. Point is you never really know how certain lives are.
Be kind. You don’t what war someone is fighting within. RIP
@aj.a1845 Some wars are brought on by themselves. Self-inflicted harm many, many times over. Those who love them can only watch in horror. Of course, THEY see it as everyone is just judgmental and doesn't care about them. How selfish. How incredibly selfish! They knew the rules for playing in society, they broke them, and now they want to have no repercussions. How many OnlyFans personalities think/feel the same way? Not everything is a commodity, nut the first thing to go for many like this is their self-respect. "A good name is more valuable than rubies." (From the Book of Poverbs)
We all sin, but we're supposed to LEARN from our mistakes, not JUSTIFY the mistakes! Jesus forgives, but it was HE who said, "Wide and broad is the path to eternal damnation, but straight and narrow is the path to eternal life, and few find it."
If you are like those exempified here, do better.
it's so sad that many of them were suicides. They must have been in incredible psychological pain.
LOTS of suicides caused by low self esteem I assume,, and heart attacks probably induced by using drugs
Isn't it they committed suicide because they have a disease (aids), or because of harassment and bullying, or because they don't sell anymore in p*rn and they have nowhere to go after that..
@@christophepilaire7868 low self-esteem? i have an invisible penis 🤦🏻♂️
@@christophepilaire7868 🤔🤔Some of them might have received comments like "you're just a dck" ... or they might have mulled over that idea themselves. Either way, in the world of porn nobody is mentally balanced.
Many of them died by suicide. And almost all of them were still so young...
*Yes that's true. Most of them did in fact die by Suicide. I would say they may have felt Guilt and Shame for doing Porn and that could be a reason why they died by their own hand and yes, most were still quite young.* 😥
The suicide rate is so sad. Were all human. They deserve happiness
It hurts a lot that main of the cause was suicide, and in their 20s, broke my heart! I lived the depression in my early 20s, it's really hard, I reached the step of watching the world in grays, but I was brave enough to find the way out, now I'm just turned 40. Life isn't easy but it's worth to live it despite the ups and downs. Rest In Peace all of them!
i had my depression due to break up in 2011 and took me more than 10 years to let go..
After a while you start to think sex is all you’re really valuable for and you start to kinda hate yourself for not being more. It’s sad. Not everyone can differentiate that.
The amount of suicides is shocking.
I was stunned at the number of suicides. The number of heart attacks at such young ages were likely due to drugs. It's all so sad.
*There are 16 Suicides in this video Cathy. Most of the one's who died by Suicide were also gay. Just about all of these males were gay, but yes, a person can have a Heart Attack if they keep doing Drugs.* 😥
*Doing Drugs can trigger the person's Heart.* 😥
@@mrcaringuy But there's always the possibility that some of these men had other heart health issues. It isn't as rare as it used to be. Let's not make them out to be drug addicts unless there's proof. Just saying.
Well. There's also the possibility of steroid related issue. I've seen far too many beautiful bodybuilders passed away by the exact same issue. Just look at all of them that passed away in this vid due to heart related issue, they're super built. No doubt about it, they took steroid. Body dysmorphia needs to be stopped. There're ways to look great without hopping on steroid. It just takes longer, more patience and more dedication.
All of these men died way too young. The number of suicides is heartbreaking 😞.
*Yes they were still quite young and most of them sadly ended their own precious lives.* 😥
Suicide probably as a result of depression and heart attacks as a result of drug use I imagine. Very sad.
As someone who has struggled with suicide thoughts ever since i was a teen, i tried to unalive myself 3 times. I am in a better mental space today. THINGS GET BETTER, NEVER STOP FIGHTING.
@@MrLaurent007 unalive. Lol. The new American language is so colorful.
@thomassargent-j6e hehe, youtube is quite touchy about language here😇
@ you can’t say killed?
Does anyone in the industry try to offer actors/actresses with mental health support?? Because the amount of suicides I saw really does speak volumes. Like the industry is definitely a beast. It's so very sad, hopefully they are all at peace
I’m porn star Markie, was in the industry from 1996-2007, and just did a new video this year 2024 . It was a fun and great time for me in the biz. Made lots of connections and I stayed away from the drug part. It was interesting to see the clicks at the after parties ect it looked like in those clicks that everyone was happy and got along. Years later I learned that was not the truth. Someday I’ll write in my biography in detail. Eric Rhodes was a close friend as was Andy Dill and I gave Arpod miklos his grabby award after mis pronouncing his name, he was a great guy! Somehow I survived and still don’t do drugs and have moved on from the industry where Michael Brandon was my mentor and Chi Chi LARUE and I keep in touch. So strange how these things happen. I appreciate you posting this so people can remember these amazing individuals that brought so much joy and touched us all in some way. Thank you for posting! It’s appreciated by me. We also lost porn producer and owner of Factory Videos and creator of Cum Union to throat cancer earlier this year. Scott Morris aka Todd. He was like a brother. Anyway, thanks for posting the video and thanks for letting me post here! I appreciate you! I’m 49 living in Las Vegas and fortunate enough to enjoy my amazing life. ❤
How sad that most of them
Died of suicide 😢😢😢RIP all 🙏🏾
Michael, this is really sad. I could never be a porn star, but apparently there's money to be had, but it seems it's not a happy life. I hope they are all resting in peace. Thank you for keeping their memory alive.
*I would never be a Porn Star either. Personally, I think it's a disgusting way to make money, especially doing in on camera in front of an audience or crew and you are also very welcome.* 😊
Not many can be a porn star even if they want to. Wink wink.
Is there any proof that their suicide is directly linked to their porn activity? Drugs could also have played a role. Or lack of new contracts etc.
@@mrcaringuy Well it brings them a lot of money too. Some have ended up a millionaire. I was asked once but i kindly declined.
Aprad Miklos was THAT DUDE. Forever my fav 🥲💔 RIP
So many young men, so many suicides, so many heart attacks, so sad
Suicide is the main cause of death, probably due to psychological problems, depression or both. Very sad.
the number of deaths by suicide is so disheartening I almost stopped watching. don't get me wrong, any of the causes of death here are terrible and tragic, but suicide (a very complicated issue to which I am no expert) _seems_ like it could have been prevented. I know it's never that simple, but it just _seems_ like it is. a case of "if only..."
How sad that most of these gentlemen died from suicide (could it be that the work they do leads them to loneliness) and the second cause was heart attacks (could it be that they take some medication that is not good for their health but is good for their work) May all these gentlemen rest in peace.
Drug abuse is commonly attested behind the scenes in adult entertainment. Steroid abuse seems to be fairly common among performers in all-male material. All of these can certainly contribute to heart attacks.
R.I.P All these men were someone's son. I'm sure when they were children, when asked "what do you want to be when you grow up. None of them said I want to be a male porn star
*Very true indeed Chrissy, they were someone's son. They probably didn't want to be a Porn Star when they were quite young. As they got older, they thought, fuck it, I want to be a Porn Star now. I think it's just sad the amount of people's lives who are now lost for being in Porn.* 😥
Those in the porn industry need to ensure mental health support is available to actors. Did you ever see so many workers lost to suicide in a single sector? I guess those with issues are drawn towards this industry. It's sad, so many souls lost
That Industry should be held accountable.
16 out of 30 died from unaliving themselves 😮😢
3 died from AIDS
1 died from pneumonia ( could be from complications from AIDS.
I'm sorry to hear what happened to these men no matter what they did !!!!
They didn't die from "unaliving" themselves. They died from killing themselves. I wish people would stop using that stupid word!
@@Juliukas101 I wasn't sure if the word suicide was okay to use because it seemed UA-cam deleted it or I thought they had.
I didn't mean any disrespect towards these individuals and the depression/drug's/mental health that caused them to kill themselves
The porn industry is evil. I feel so sad for these lost lost souls.
Same. It promises money, fame, and sex with beautiful men and women, but is ultimately the destroyer of souls. Jesus said: "The enemy comes to kill steal and destroy, but I have come to give you life and life to the fullest."-John 10:10
I see sadness in all of their eyes. Regret and deep sorrow. Lack of fulfillment and hopelessness. I feel for these people, even though they were all flawed, they were still people who were lost.
We never know what people are going through in their lives. How tragic they were so young. May all their souls rest in peace.
only decent post here.
Billy Glide according to the coroner report: ethanol intoxication combined with enlarged heart and fatty liver disease. He told his parents he was bitten by a friend’s pet rattlesnake and his family maintained the lie so it wouldn’t get out that he suffered from drug addiction.
From the beginning of the video I noticed two disconcerting aspects in the causes of death: suicide and heart attacks or in any case situations related to the two aspects. This alone should make you think how frustrating , unhelathy and unfulfilling the career of the porn actor is and that it takes a great deal of strength of spirit and character to hold it up. It is true that sex and money are the two pillars of our current society... but maybe feeding the sex industry is not so healthy and beneficial for our society....
I said the same thing when it started. Heart related issues can be caused by drugs like anabolic steroids or cocaine and/or drinking.
It is so sad that almost half 13 died by suicide that is never the answer. You leave to many people wondering why they did it.
anyone listed as "heart attack" was a drug overdose. Ppl need to be honest about what sexworkers go through and challenges they face.
Most were by drug reactions....they were heart attacks brought on by taking enhancing drugs (viagra) mixed with nitrates (blood thinners)...not street drugs....this was not evident at the time when Viagra/Cialis were originally released as it didnt become a primary question asked when a Dr prescribed them till 2019
Most of them passed away from suicide because in the movies they are a star but when it came in real life they felt like they are nothing but just a piece of toy for others. Then they get into loneliness, emptiness, lost and depression. All of these together make them see there is no light in their future and they don't want to live any more.
That's because they are a piece of toy😅
@@Untamed-unapologetic9336 I remember when i was young about 30 years ago i get approached by a gay porns director name Bruce la Bruce in Toronto to do porn and he offered to pay me more money than others men but i denied it. He asked me why i denied his offer. I told him i don't feel comfortable when millions of men out there watching me and jerking off.
@@thinhle3675 that could happen in any industry.
I'm curious about the ones that say suicide but didn't specify. Is there no info available or did you choose not to clarify.
Rest in Peace to all💔😢 I'm extremely sad to see all of them. Especially, those who committed suicide. 💔😢
Am shocked to see these three gay male pornstar also, never knew they're gone, Arpad Miklos, Bryce Evans, Eric Rhodes..they all were my favourite stars.. 😢💔😭
kinda scared the fact that, they're almost died at suicide... sad
Many of them died by committing suicide is clear indicator that life at some stage become meaningless as they did not find true love and care
@@burgan9818 maybe they fear being alone forever. Their prospective partners would have to be very special person.
@@raymondmumford6255 People from the start are taught about Materialistic things and are missing the Spiritual world where one has to detach from wordly attachments. Being materialistic result in depression and anexity.
Moral of the story: Don’t get involved in the porn industry. It’s not natural and I’m sure a lot of these guys had extreme self worth issues. Very sad. Reminds me of a lyric from the song, “Desperado”. “These things that are pleasing you can hurt you somehow”.
Yes because priests, doctors and teachers don’t kill themselves.
What do you mean it's not natural, some of the first cave drawings found were images of people having sex
Wow, look at all of that human. compassion from you. What a jerk!
@@mle6501What are you talking about? I feel much sadness for all of them who lost their lives but especially for the ones who took their lives. Beyond tragic.
@@86figs
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I have noticed that majority of them died because of suicide, if that is the case, then they have problems related to mental health it could be psychological or emotional...
Shocking the amount of lost souls connected to porn industry. Suicide so high.
May they all rest in peace.🌹
*The Suicide Rate is shockingly high and it's probably just going to get more worse as life goes on. I wish people would stop ending their own lives, but we know that won't happen. I could only just imagine how many Porn Stars who have died by Suicide.* 😥
@@mrcaringuy Appreciate all your hard work Michael. Sending hugs and best wishes 🌹🇬🇧
@@jani7166 *You are very welcome Jani and thank you so much. I am going to still upload more Videos, so make sure you look out for them.* 😊
.... Thank you for making this video
*You are welcome.*
So sad for so many to die so young and by their own hand. Just wish they knew that they are worth more than they thought. Just wish someone was there to get them through the rough times. 😢Much love to them
Dark-real side of porn industry❌
So many young ones that still had their whole life ahead of them and look like they have everything going for them. You just never truly know of people's struggles and internal conflicts until it's too late. RIP to them all.
I met Eric stone , when I had just moved to California, at the age of 19, my older friend drove us to San Francisco, where he was dancing at ( Campus theater). He was so hunky and 😍 gorgeous! My friend told him it was my birthday ( it wasn't), so after he finished his dance, he threw me his calendar, and signed it: to victor, always play safe, love Eric... I just recently found out he had died just a few years after I saw him. It's sad he looks so buff, healthy, muscular, and healthy. I still have the cale der.,..
Through the Mercy of God, May They Rest In Peace...
I've noticed there is a lot of porn Stars that die of suicide I think some are the gay for pay and some drugs overdose but God bless them all if there's a heaven my they be in peace so sad I was a dancer for 22 years im 58 now I now some adult industries are harsh and ruff and it could interfere in relationship and family
Bill Henson was a favourite-so sad 😢
So sad. All these beautiful men.
So much suicide, it’s just heartbreaking. All of them way too young. I clearly remember AIDS being the number one killer, not anymore.
Sorry for what they had been through. Wishing them to rest I peace in god's embrace.
Many of them I'd never heard of. But a few I thought had just left the industry. I had no idea they died.
I'm all for consenting adults watch and/or filming what they want or, for that matter, making a living in the sex industry. But whether it was the life they were living or the life they lived that led them to this career, it cannot be just a coincidence that so many died of suicide. So sad and heartbreaking.
mostly suicides, so sad, unfortunately mental illness plays a big role here! 😞
It's crazy how many of them died by suicide and so young too :( .... I feel so bad man like I wanted to give them a big hug and tell them they aren't alone in this battle or be there for them even when I didn't know them. So sad ...
Yes like Arpad Miklos he was popular with other porn stars and when I attended the Grabby Awards in Chicago for IML weekend, he was always surrounded by friends in the biz. Or at least I always thought that! Erik Rhodes will be the one I remember forever! We became friends before he signed with Falcon in 2005 Chicago at Chi Chi LaRue’s Military ball. We were both vip and no one was talking to him. I went over and offer him a free drink (VIP drinks were free) he laughed and we ended up talking what seemed like hours. Fast forward, ever event we ever went to and saw one another we would make our way to speak to one another no matter who we were with and my first thing I’d ask was “How Are you doing ? Is everything ok?” He would always say yes all is good and I’m doing great. Fast forward less than one week later he committed suicide. I was devastated. Cause I always asked are you ok. I thought if something was off he would talk to me! He never did and we had and 7 year friendship. We weren’t cell phone buddies. But we had a like for one another and a friendship that was different. He always remembered me being the first honest friend to talk to him. They wanted me to talk about him in LA at Mickey a tribute to Erik I was just to devastated to go. Years later I got to to Scott Boardman who was hosting and say why. Again someday will be an amazing book! I’m 49 now in great shape and fortunate enough to being in summerlin the best part of Las Vegas. Living my best life and remembering those I come in contact with that they are affected by our presence. I mean we all affect others with our presence Remember that. We’re All human and we all touch others without ever knowing it! Again thanks for letting me post this! ❤
Well, you can still a big hug to many out there right now. Whats stopping you now?
@markie467 thanks for sharing your story, Mark. I really enjoyed reading this. I'm so sorry for what you went through and I'm glad you healed. I'm a hard lover that's why I don't want/rarely fall in love with someone cause I do it deeply and give all my respect. That's why it hurts me alot when we stop talking or the person d!ed. All my blessings man and enjoy life till the fullest
@mysteriousjz there's always this one person coming with negativity and it's you. First I don't know a lot of people and second, how will I know someone is going through something if they don't express it ? .. please get busy and have a good day
@bricecarter196
When there's a will, you'll find them. I just wanted to highlight the hypocrisy in the West. I see these kinds of comments all the time, not just here. It makes me laugh how empty these gestures are. We're so focused on semantics in our symbolic speeches and technology, but in real life, it’s clear: people don’t give a second glance to those they don’t care about or are not atracted to, and no one gives you a second look on the streets if they don't like your beauty. This is how shallow, superficial and degraded Western society has become."
most of them were most likely sexual abuse victims. their sexual trauma made them lose their sense of control and self-worth. RIP
I agree 😂w comment
This video is sad but also sending a message of awareness.
That is true 👍
*When people watch these Videos, they will start to understand just how bad being in Porn really is and the toll it takes on a person's life.* 😥
All those heart attacks leads me to believe steroids were a contributor. The pressure to have the perfect body on camera so sad…
I just "found" videos on the deaths of women and men in Porno. Wow, I actually have pain in my heart for them. So many are so handsome or beautiful and it makes you wonder the level of torture in their souls, and their lives. No connection to either be loved or to actually love themselves or someone else. Makes me seriously re-evaluate my belief that porn is a victim less adult decision by adults. Really sad man, really sad.
Didn't expect that most have died of suicide but considering the rise in mental health issues all around the world. Aids I suppose comes in close second as cause of death but that's old story. I wonder if living the life like these folks did, must have taken a toll, right?
*I would say a lot of people who work in the Porn Industry are affected by Mental Health and it probably makes them feel bad or even Depressed with what they were doing. I don't know why a person chooses to work in Porn, but everyone has their own reasons for doing so. Some of these males could of been forced to work in that Industry, but I still don't know the answer to that.* 💔
Most actors passed away by suicide! This is devastating!
*I know of over 100 Actors who have sadly died by Suicide.* 😥
Hii daddy
@@matthiasfrank1242 Most?
So very sad that so many of these young men commit suicide.
We, the viewers watch the videos, lust for and envy these guys but seeing the more recent numerous "Causes of Death"....self inflicted or Heart Failure (drug and chemical abuse), shows the mental health disorders and pain they carried.
Shows that our lives may be small and insignificant but we're still here.😢
I remember Arpad Miklos gosh. He was a big man
Clearly there’s a mental health issue related to the industry that needs to be addressed. Also assume the heart attacks by young guys are brought on by drugs of some sort. So sad
Right on. It definitely needs to be addressed.
Sometimes the faces of depression look happy on the outside, but inside they’re struggling. It’s a reminder that we never really know what someone is going through behind their smile.
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So many young men died of suicide, heartbreaking .. There needs to be more awareness for men and MH xx
What caught my attention is that most died by suicide... That's so sad... May they all rest in peace 🕊️🖤🙏🏽
I had no idea some of my favorite performers were gone I assumed they had retired thank you for the video
Thank you for that last line of "Rest in Peace" included in each remembrance.
Perhaps your video will encourage the development of an organization that
can help men OUT of the pornography industry and onto something else,
where they can find happiness and fulfillment. Something that we all deserve.
*You are very welcome and that's ok.* 😊
Beautiful piece.
Gone too soon.
Bless them all.
🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸
It's sad when anyone dies before their time. The fact that the overwhelming majority of the people appearing here (I have read of more not in this video) died by suicide is especially tragic. This seems to make clear that porn companies need to make mental health counseling as easily available to their performers as drugs.
R.I.P.
Daddy 🥰
It's not the years in your life that count, it's the life in your years.
I don't think their lives were that good with all the suicide
Many heart attacks here are certainly due to viagra intakes.
Nah
What's viagra
More so whatever they were mixing with Viagra. Coke, meth, alcohol, pills, etc.
😢beautiful tribute Mike. Hope you are doing well, your choice of music is also perfect, just as always. Sending peace and love to you and anyone that may need it- be well XO
*I am doing ok and thank you so much. I also hope you're doing well.* 😊
“One of the creators of pornography said: ‘We make these videos for broken and hopeless people, not for intelligent individuals, but for those whose existence is insignificant.’”
sad
@@kimsantiago1412 “Yes, we need to be aware and stay away from pornography. It truly destroys lives and brings failure. People must be cautious and mindful.”
I find the people who preach against it the most, watch it the most. But that said, some people do take it to the extreme.
Rest in peace, all beautiful men, sons, brothers, fathers, uncles, friends…..
*All of these males were someone's son though.* 😊
😢 not judgmental here...rest in peace beautiful creations of God ❤
Rest In Peace Arpad,,,, you were such a sweet sweet wonderful beautiful man. The world is much darker without you. ❤
I met Arpad numerous times when I worked at Rainbows & Triangles on 8th Avenue. I remember when I first met him and I shook his hand, I was embarrassed because I couldn't get a good grip, his hands were soooo huge lol. He was a sweet and somewhat reserved kind of man at least in public. I never expected him to take his own beautiful life, but of course none of us knows the pain that someone else is going through. I hope he's at peace.
@@AltRockLover
That’s such a beautiful story! I always wanted to meet him!! Gawd he was SO SO SO SOOOO GORGEOUS!! And every vid on UA-cam he seemed to be such a sweetheart. He was such a beautiful man. You’re right, we never know what someone is going through. I sure wish he had found help for his afflictions. It kills me to know how much pain and anguish he was in, seeing as I’ve been suicidal many times and to know that he was in that amount of pain just kills me. Yes, I too hope he’s at peace now!
So sad to see most of them died by suicide.
A while ago, I watched the counterpart for female porn star deaths. Obivously, the suicide rate is statistically higher than the general population for both female and male porn stars. Also, what is striking is how many have died in accidents and heart attacks, etc. I draw the conclusion that perhaps there is a high rate of substance abuse contribuiting to non-suicide deaths. Also striking is that most of them died very, very young. So sad. May you all find peace. I know that I do not judge you.
*I don't judge these people either for working in that Industry and for what they done, but we know that other's will judge them though. I really don't know why these females and males decide to join Porn as their line of work. When I hear of young people under the age of 30 dying, it's just sad. They never got to live a long fulfilled life. Suicides, Drug Overdose, Murders and Vehicle Accidents is beyond sad and heartbreaking to those who passed away.* 😥
Why so many suicides? Do they feel trapped with no escape, no future, nothing left? 😥 Such handsome men 😢
Crazy amount of suicides! We live lives of quiet desperation until we just can't take it anymore.
These beautiful men enter a profession with high expectations at the beginning, but as time passes, they are no longer fresh faces and they just become old merchandise, as viewers expect new faces. Frustration and deception promotes vices and at the end those who can not cope take harshes alternatives. Very sad....
I think you’re right so many think it’s a forever gig. In some ways it’s is, because your immortalized in DVD or streaming. Porn didn’t define me was just fun and interesting. I have a whole other life. Always did. I have other talents, music, writing ect. And fans still find me and say how I helped them though tough times. So it’s never completely gone. But so many have so much going on that maybe it overwhelms them and they can’t deal with being in the $1 dvd bin! ❤
@@markie467 Good for you. If you are able realize that such particular talent or gift is not forever, more power to you. You may explore other possibilities in life that would be much more lasting and rewarding. The trade of the flesh has for most a very short life and many unfortunately, get trapped, totally hopeless and lacking the ability to get out and set themselves free.
So many suicides 😢
Isn't it they committed suicide because they have a disease (aids), or because of harassment and bullying, or because they don't sell anymore in p*rn and they have nowhere to go after that..
Thank you for posting and ensuring that we see the humanity in these losses. I truly pray for their souls regardless how they left us. I also pray for their families.
Your praying for them … they’re in hell … you pray that this industry stops you pray to God The Father Of All Mankind stopping souls from entering this industry
Suicide comes when your whole family disowns you.
@ maybe … but religion plays a major factor when you have a strong faith, believing in God … you wouldn’t be in that industry
@@barryscott8041You just love posting stupid shit.
@@williamca7067this is why religion is a disease because it breeds assholes like you.
So I read up on Billy Glide.
He was bitten by a rattlesnake and refused treatment. He was heavily intoxicated at the time, and alcohol abuse further complicated both the envenomation and his ability to make sound decisions.
You forgot Joey Stefano. He died at age 26 in 1994 of an overdose.
the number of suicides is astounding. I recognize a few. Rest in peace everyone
Is so sad how so many beautiful men commit suicide. If they only knew how much they mean to us.
So many guys took their own life. We can barely imagine the pain in their hearts that led them to such a terrible end. All we can do is remember and not give into despair
This montage could easily have included double or triple the number of actors and models.
He may have only made one video at age eighteen, but the beautiful Shawn Mayotte was in thousands of photos for adult magazines.
He died from throat cancer in November 2022 (age 57).
So sad that many died from suicide. The industry has a lot to answer for.
*To be honest Jason, the Porn Industry should be Banned and it shouldn't even exist and then none of this would happen.* 😥
@@mrcaringuy not banned but regulated with proper safeguarding.
@@jasonsmart2265 *Yes that's also true what you are saying.* 🙂
@@mrcaringuy "the Porn Industry should be Banned etc.
Then what is your purpose in posting this information?
Poor guys, sorry for them. All so young and beautiful.
Why so many died of suicide????? Heartbreaking, troubled young men
Because u can't have sex with that many people and be okay with it. It changes u
Thank you for showing this I didn't realise that so many porn stars committed suicide thank you for opening my eyes
*Your welcome and yes this Video is an eye opener for people to realize just how bad the Porn Industry is and what it has caused in people's lives.* 😥