Jenna Jameson (b. 1974) is an American dancer, model, actor, director, author and entrepreneur.  Known as “The Queen of Porn”, she was a dancer in Las Vegas strip clubs and a model for numerous magazines, such as Penthouse, Playboy and Hustler.  She appeared in over 250 films, including Briana Loves Jenna, Couples, Silk Stockings and Blue Movie.  Her first film as a director was The Provocateur and her books include the autobiography How to Make Love Like a Porn Star: A Cautionary Tale.  As a businessperson, Jameson founded the adult entertainment company ClubJenna, which produces films, manages websites and creates a variety of erotic merchandise.  She has also appeared in many mainstream venues, like the Howard Stern show, Extreme Championship Wrestling and an Eminem video.  Her honors include several Adult Video Network Awards and X-Rated Critics Organization Awards.  In 2008 she retired from erotic film performances.

Jenna Jameson was a sizzling performer in the 1990’s and, even more importantly, a pioneer female entrepreneur in adult entertainment in the 2000’s.

S. Gray

November 2025