Asa Akira is a well-known figure in the adult entertainment industry, known for her prolific productions and credits.
As of June 2023, she has appeared in 689 adult films, cementing her status as a leading actress.
In 2013, Akira made history when she became the third Asian performer to win the prestigious AVN Female Performer of the Year Award, a testament to her exceptional talent and contribution to the industry.
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- Full name: Takigami Asa
- Stage name: Akira Asada
- Date of birth: January 3, 1985
- Age: 39 years old
- Place of birth: United States, New York State, New York
- Nationality: Japanese-American
- Occupation: American pornographic film actress, writer, and adult film director
- Height: 1.57m
- Parents: Mr. and Mrs. Takigami
- Siblings: unknown
- Spouse: Toni Ribas (m. 2012–2017)
- Partner: Rocco Reed
- Children: 1
- Relationship: Single
- Net worth: $4 million
early life and education
Asa Takigami was born on January 3, 1985 in Manhattan, New York, USA. The only child of Japanese immigrant parents, her name is unknown but may be called Mr. and Mrs. Takigami.
Asa attended United Nations International School in Kips Bay, New York, and then went to Washington Irving School in nearby Gramercy Park. Her ethnicity is Japanese-American, but her religion is unknown.
Profession
Akira began her career in adult entertainment at a young age, working as a dominatrix at just 19 years old. She later transitioned into stripping and worked at the Hustler Club in New York. In the mid-2000s, Akira became a regular guest on the Bubba the Love Sponge radio show, where she was known as “The Show Whore.”
Akira’s first on-screen adult scene was in a girl’s film with Gina Lynn. She then signed a contract with Vouyer Media and then became a freelance performer. Akira was nominated for multiple awards for her role in the 2009 film Pure, in which she played an operator in a fetish dungeon who has an affair with the husband of the hostess. In 2013, she made her directorial debut with Elegant Angel’s “Gangbang 6”.
In October 2013, Akira signed an exclusive acting contract with Wicked Pictures. Her first film for the company was Asa is Evil. Akira has also made guest appearances in mainstream media, including the film Starlet and a 2014 episode of The Eric Andre Show. In 2017, she appeared as herself in an episode of Family Guy.
Akira has received widespread recognition and accolades for her work in the adult industry. In 2011, she was ranked number 4 on Complex’s list of the “100 Hottest Porn Stars Right Now” and number 6 on their list of “The Hottest 50 Asian Porn Stars of All Time”. Los Angeles Weekly also named her one of “10 Innovative Porn Stars Who Could Be the Next Sasha Grey” in 2013.
In addition to her work in adult films, Akira also works on other creative projects. In 2013, she launched a podcast called DVDASA with artist David Choe. She has also appeared in YouTube videos and a series titled “Hobbies with Asa Akira” released by The Hundreds in 2015. Additionally, Akira briefly co-hosted Barstool Sports’ KFC Radio podcast in 2017.
Awards and nominations
Asa Akira is a critically acclaimed adult film actress who has received numerous awards and nominations.
- AVN Awards: Winner of the 2013 Award for Best Actress, and multiple wins for Best Anal Sex Scene and Best Double Penetration Sex Scene.
- XRCO Awards: Female Performer of the Year (2013).
- Urban X Award: Inducted into the Hall of Fame (2017).
- XBIZ Awards: Multiple nomination for Female Performer of the Year.
social media
- Instagram account: @asahole
- Facebook account: Akira Asada
- Twitter account: @AsaAkira
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personal life
Akira Asada identifies as a feminist. She was previously married to adult actor Toni Ribas from December 29, 2012 until their divorce in 2017. Before their marriage, Akira was engaged to actor Rocco Reed.
Akira said she doesn’t like to strictly label herself bisexual, but considers herself fluid. In 2019, she welcomed a child, but her name was not made public. Currently, Akira Asada is still single.
film chronology
- The Insatiable Series and Money Shot: The Pornhub Story (2021)
net worth
Asa Akira is an American adult film actress with an estimated net worth of $4 million as of 2024. She has achieved significant recognition and success in the adult film industry, starring in over 689 films and winning numerous accolades. In addition to her on-screen acting, Akira has written several books and hosted various shows.
