Adult film star and LGBTQ+ icon Sophie Anderson dies aged 36

Adult film star and much-loved LGBTQ+ icon Sophie Anderson has sadly died aged just 36, as confirmed by colleague, influencer and friend Rebecca More.

The recognisable UK porn star and internet personality, best known for being one-half of the viral online duo ‘C*ck Destroyers’ alongside More, was announced dead on Tuesday, 5 December following reports from numerous media outlets before being confirmed by her former co-star.

Sharing the news on social media, Rebecca wrote: “I’m devastated hearing the awful news of Sophie’s passing. We shared some amazing times together and that’s how I’m going to remember her.

Anderson’s death comes just over a fortnight after the shocking passing of her boyfriend, Oliver Spedding (a.k.a. ‘Damian Oliver’), another fellow actor in the adult industry and former Crystal Palace youth player. Neither his nor her cause of death has been released at this time.

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As the statement goes on to say, she describes the Bristol-born performer as “the bubbly, funny, kind-hearted soul who was outrageous on the outside but also so gentle behind closed doors.”

Despite having parted ways following a fall-out back in May 2021, More insisted: “We were very close, and we shared a crazy time together that was totally unique to us. That’s how I will remember her.”

She signed off by adding, “This is so tragic but I know you are now at peace. I will always, always love you and hold a special place in my heart”.

Her heartfelt sentiment was echoed online as countless people on social media have paid tribute to the viral sensation who was an advocate for the LGBTQIA+ community and all things queer culture, as well as sex positivity in general.

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Sophie Anderson, social media superstar and 1/2 of the C*ck Destroyers, has passed away. She was a champion of sex positivity, an advocate for LGBTQ+ rights, and a truly joyous member of the community.

Rest in peace, Sophie ❤️ pic.twitter.com/uyXiFHJ2kV

— World of Wonder (@WorldOfWonder) December 5, 2023

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The Cock Destroyers were a cultural reset for the the guys, girlies and non binary friends.
Sex positive with oodles of camp.

Beyond the memes, she was clearly a sweet soul who needed and deserved love.

RIP Sophie Anderson ❤️ pic.twitter.com/dzdW2D2cFr

— 𝗛𝗢𝗟𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗥 (@Holestar) December 5, 2023

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RIP Sophie Anderson, who had a massive heart and hated Sundays as much as me. pic.twitter.com/rJz7D92Xla

— sophiepenrose (@sophiepenrose) December 5, 2023

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As mentioned, it was only on 17 November that her ex-partner Spedding himself passed away, but the former footballer was also disturbingly found to be the one behind previous claims she had died that turned out to be a hoax earlier this year.

Regardless, the news unfortunately appears to be genuine this time and it’s clear from the reaction online how saddened so many people from all walks of life are to learn of her passing.

Rest in peace.

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We’re so sad to hear about the death of Sophie Anderson.

Sophie and Rebecca have done so much to support our work — taking on challenges to raise money and tackle HIV stigma.

This is how we will remember Sophie 👇 pic.twitter.com/kLif04Dk93

— Terrence Higgins Trust (@THTorguk) December 5, 2023

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