Gay adult star dead at 30
Popular US gay adult film actor Erik Rhodes has died of a heart attack in New York overnight.
Rhodes had been a prominent feature in films by the world’s largest gay adult studios, Falcon and Raging Stallion, appearing in 38 movies over eight years in the industry.
The star’s personal blog had recently been filled with troubling posts about meth and steroid addiction. He had also battled depression.
“It is with utmost sadness that we make the announcement of Erik Rhodes’ passing. We offer our condolences to Erik’s family, friends and loved ones,” Falcon Studios said in a statement.
“He was a genuine and caring man with extraordinary attractiveness and a massive muscled frame. Erik was an equally beautiful human being who lit up a room, and brought fun and joy to our studio and his fans that was unparalleled.”
During the height of his career, Rhodes also featured in an episode of Kathy Griffin’s My Life on the D-List.
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He could have had a great career as a personal trainer. Maybe a career in the military. There were more opportunities than he thot.
Rest in Peace!