Stoya
Penthouse Star, June 2012

Stoya Bio

June 15, 1986 / Gemini / Age 37

Stoya is an American-born Penthouse model, adult model and pornographic actress. She was born as Jessica Stoyadinovich on June 15, 1986 in Wilmington, North Carolina, United States.

Stoya was a Penthouse Star and featured model in June 2012. Her measurements are 34-25-34. Stoya has seductive blue eyes, rich brown hair, and natural breasts.

Stoya, born to a Scottish father and a Serbian mother, began her journey with a passion for dance at the tender age of three, later delving into technology thanks to her father's IT background. Her early life was a blend of homeschooling and eclectic jobs, from secretary to go-go dancer, before she found her path in modeling and adult entertainment.

Her stage name, Stoya, is a homage to her Serbian heritage, inspired by her grandmother's maiden name. She embarked on her adult entertainment career with alt-erotic websites before catching the attention of Digital Playground, signing an exclusive contract with them in 2007. Notably, she became the company's first alt porn contract girl, starring in various productions and gaining recognition in the industry.

Beyond adult entertainment, Stoya ventured into mainstream projects, including acting in films like "The Kingpin of Pain" and the Serbian sci-fi flick "A.I. Rising." She's also made waves in directing and entrepreneurship, co-founding the pay-per-scene website TRENCHCOATx and later launching zerospaces.com with her business partner.

In addition to her creative pursuits, Stoya has engaged with social media and remained outspoken about issues, including her own experiences. Her courage in speaking out against sexual assault sparked important conversations within the industry and led to significant repercussions for the accused. Despite the challenges she's faced, Stoya continues to pursue her diverse interests, from acting in Off Broadway plays to exploring new avenues in media and technology.