Jesse Jane.Photo:Gabe Ginsberg/FilmMagicJesse Jane, an adult film star who also appeared onEntourage, is dead. She was 43.The actress — whose real name was Cindy Taylor — and her boyfriend Brett Hasenmueller were found dead in their home in Moore, Oklahoma, the Moore Police Department confirmed to PEOPLE. The department was called to Jane and Hasenmuller’s home to conduct a wellness check on Wednesday morning after they had not been heard from for days, according toKFOR.The Moore Police Department told PEOPLE that there does not appear to be any foul play involved and that the apparent cause of death is an apparent overdose. The state medical examiner’s office will determine the official cause of death.Jesse James at the 2015 Adult Video News Awards.Gabe Ginsberg/FilmMagicThe Texas native modeled for retailers like David’s Bridal and 5-7-9 before landing a commercial with Hooters and signing a contract with Digital Playground studio, according toTheNew York Times.After making her adult film debut in 2003, she began to appear in outside projects that included making an uncredited appearance inBaywatch: Hawaiian Weddingand 2004’sStarsky and Hutch, according toDeadline.In 2005, she appeared in season 2 ofEntourageand branched out to reality television with appearances inBad Girls ClubandGene Simmons Family Jewels.Jesse Jane during 2007 AVN Awards Show.Barry Brecheisen/WireImageShe retired from the adult industry in 2007, explaining toGQin a 2018 interview how the industry had changed during her career.“I got into porn right at the perfect time, when porn stars mattered. Porn stars back then, they were big, glamorous. You walked into a room, you turned heads,” she told the outlet. “Everybody knew who you were because they actually had to buy your product or DVDs, everything. Porn was so naughty, but everybody watched it. Now, no one makes money like they did back then even with toy deals and appearances.“Brian Gross, a publicist for the porn industry, remembered Jane as “a vivacious person who had an absolute and ultimate love for life” in a statement to PEOPLE.Never miss a story — sign up forPEOPLE’s free daily newsletterto stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human interest stories.“There is not one person in the adult industry who didn’t spend time with her, whether onset or in a social setting, that she didn’t make smile or laugh or both. She would light up a room as soon as she walked in. Her laugh would echo wherever she was,” his statement continued.“She was a performer during an era where adult films were seen all over the world, and the promotions were massive,” Gross said. “She made sure that she gave her all, not only in performing but in promotion as well. I will personally miss her very much for the reasons above. Her smile was everything.”
Jesse Jane.Photo:Gabe Ginsberg/FilmMagic
Gabe Ginsberg/FilmMagic
Jesse Jane, an adult film star who also appeared onEntourage, is dead. She was 43.The actress — whose real name was Cindy Taylor — and her boyfriend Brett Hasenmueller were found dead in their home in Moore, Oklahoma, the Moore Police Department confirmed to PEOPLE. The department was called to Jane and Hasenmuller’s home to conduct a wellness check on Wednesday morning after they had not been heard from for days, according toKFOR.The Moore Police Department told PEOPLE that there does not appear to be any foul play involved and that the apparent cause of death is an apparent overdose. The state medical examiner’s office will determine the official cause of death.Jesse James at the 2015 Adult Video News Awards.Gabe Ginsberg/FilmMagicThe Texas native modeled for retailers like David’s Bridal and 5-7-9 before landing a commercial with Hooters and signing a contract with Digital Playground studio, according toTheNew York Times.After making her adult film debut in 2003, she began to appear in outside projects that included making an uncredited appearance inBaywatch: Hawaiian Weddingand 2004’sStarsky and Hutch, according toDeadline.In 2005, she appeared in season 2 ofEntourageand branched out to reality television with appearances inBad Girls ClubandGene Simmons Family Jewels.Jesse Jane during 2007 AVN Awards Show.Barry Brecheisen/WireImageShe retired from the adult industry in 2007, explaining toGQin a 2018 interview how the industry had changed during her career.“I got into porn right at the perfect time, when porn stars mattered. Porn stars back then, they were big, glamorous. You walked into a room, you turned heads,” she told the outlet. “Everybody knew who you were because they actually had to buy your product or DVDs, everything. Porn was so naughty, but everybody watched it. Now, no one makes money like they did back then even with toy deals and appearances.“Brian Gross, a publicist for the porn industry, remembered Jane as “a vivacious person who had an absolute and ultimate love for life” in a statement to PEOPLE.Never miss a story — sign up forPEOPLE’s free daily newsletterto stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human interest stories.“There is not one person in the adult industry who didn’t spend time with her, whether onset or in a social setting, that she didn’t make smile or laugh or both. She would light up a room as soon as she walked in. Her laugh would echo wherever she was,” his statement continued.“She was a performer during an era where adult films were seen all over the world, and the promotions were massive,” Gross said. “She made sure that she gave her all, not only in performing but in promotion as well. I will personally miss her very much for the reasons above. Her smile was everything.”
Jesse Jane, an adult film star who also appeared onEntourage, is dead. She was 43.
The actress — whose real name was Cindy Taylor — and her boyfriend Brett Hasenmueller were found dead in their home in Moore, Oklahoma, the Moore Police Department confirmed to PEOPLE. The department was called to Jane and Hasenmuller’s home to conduct a wellness check on Wednesday morning after they had not been heard from for days, according toKFOR.
The Moore Police Department told PEOPLE that there does not appear to be any foul play involved and that the apparent cause of death is an apparent overdose. The state medical examiner’s office will determine the official cause of death.
Jesse James at the 2015 Adult Video News Awards.Gabe Ginsberg/FilmMagic
The Texas native modeled for retailers like David’s Bridal and 5-7-9 before landing a commercial with Hooters and signing a contract with Digital Playground studio, according toTheNew York Times.
After making her adult film debut in 2003, she began to appear in outside projects that included making an uncredited appearance inBaywatch: Hawaiian Weddingand 2004’sStarsky and Hutch, according toDeadline.
In 2005, she appeared in season 2 ofEntourageand branched out to reality television with appearances inBad Girls ClubandGene Simmons Family Jewels.
Jesse Jane during 2007 AVN Awards Show.Barry Brecheisen/WireImage
Barry Brecheisen/WireImage
She retired from the adult industry in 2007, explaining toGQin a 2018 interview how the industry had changed during her career.
“I got into porn right at the perfect time, when porn stars mattered. Porn stars back then, they were big, glamorous. You walked into a room, you turned heads,” she told the outlet. “Everybody knew who you were because they actually had to buy your product or DVDs, everything. Porn was so naughty, but everybody watched it. Now, no one makes money like they did back then even with toy deals and appearances.”
Brian Gross, a publicist for the porn industry, remembered Jane as “a vivacious person who had an absolute and ultimate love for life” in a statement to PEOPLE.
Never miss a story — sign up forPEOPLE’s free daily newsletterto stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human interest stories.
“There is not one person in the adult industry who didn’t spend time with her, whether onset or in a social setting, that she didn’t make smile or laugh or both. She would light up a room as soon as she walked in. Her laugh would echo wherever she was,” his statement continued.
“She was a performer during an era where adult films were seen all over the world, and the promotions were massive,” Gross said. “She made sure that she gave her all, not only in performing but in promotion as well. I will personally miss her very much for the reasons above. Her smile was everything.”
source: people.com
