Sophia Leone, a notable figure in the adult film industry, tragically died at the age of 26, marking the third recent death among female adult stars. She was found unresponsive in her apartment on March 1, and her family has since confirmed her passing.
Investigations into her death are ongoing, while her stepfather has initiated a GoFundMe page to support her memorial service expenses.
Leone, who began her career in the adult entertainment industry at 18, was celebrated for her roles in over 80 films. Born on June 10, 1997, in Miami, USA, her agency, 101 Modeling, remembers her as a “beautiful spirit” whose loss deeply affected those who knew her.
Brian Berke of AMA Modeling, Leone’s Florida-based agency, shared a poignant tribute, highlighting their close relationship and his profound sorrow over her untimely departure. Another notable loss, Kagney Linn Carter, was discovered deceased in her Parma, Ohio, home in February at the age of 36.
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Jesse Jane, another esteemed adult film actress, died in January at 43 from a reported drug overdose, underscoring a series of tragic events within the industry.