I caught up with Max Adonis to talk diet, underwear, and being on the right side of history.

The origin story

“I think I started exploring a career in porn because I had a hole that needed to be filled…” explains Max, when I ask him how he got his start in the industry. “A metaphorical hole!”

“It started when I was quite young. When I was watching porn, I’d imagine that it was myself in the video. I was wishing it was me. I just figured that everyone felt this way. Once I realised that I wasn’t normal, I took the leap.”

Heroes and inspirations

“My heroes are my amazing brothers who refuse to live the party lifestyle that typically goes hand-in-hand with porn…” replies Max, when I ask him about his inspirations in the industry.

“We lose so many of our own to drugs and mental health issues – it’s very upsetting.”

“We are a community – I love those who reach out for help. You’re not alone. I promise.”

The business of porn

“I’m so thankful to have entered the industry at this time…” says Max, when I ask him if he enjoys the entrepreneurial side of the adult entertainment business.

“We’re closer to our fans than ever before. I couldn’t make a living from studio pay, I don’t think any of us could.”

“My strategy is to never treat my audience as cash pigs. I think that’s so disrespectful. They deserve quality content and my commitment is to making that content.”

Meat free

“It will be five years this November since I went vegan…” confirms Max, when I ask him about his vegan diet.

“I made the connection when I was 25 – it truly changed my life for the better. I felt powerful – like I could change the world.”

“I don’t think I know any other gay porn stars who are vegan. I know a lesbian couple who dabble in OnlyFans who are vegan.”

“Generally, I find gay men are less likely to try plant-based options. They tend to believe the meat-makes-you-manly narrative. It’s that internal homophobia we all know and love. Add that to the unrealistic body expectations, and the lies and misinformation concerning a low-carb diet. It’s a recipe for disaster.”

“If someone is considering going vegan, my message is that knowledge is power. I have links – hit me up. Or watch The Game Changers – a documentary on Netflix.”

The underwear

“I love the boxer-brief style…” says Max, when our conversation inevitably turns to underwear.

“I don’t want to feel snug at all down there. I want my cock and balls to flop around. I want to create my own musky atmosphere down there.”

Fighting for the future

“My goals are to keep fighting for change in America…” explains Max, when I ask him what’s on his agenda in the months ahead.

“We are living history right now. I want to be on the right side of it.”

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