8 MMA Fighters Who Have Been Involved In The Adult Entertainment Industry
Some worked behind the scenes, while others were the star of the show.
While estimates vary a great deal, the adult entertainment industry reportedly generates somewhere between $6 and $97 billion (USD) on an annual basis. Even if we go with the lower end of the spectrum, it's fair to say there's a lot of money in porn.
Conversely, unless one makes to the very top, there isn't a lot of money in the sport of mixed martial arts. An amateur fighter rising through the ranks isn't compensated for their services (hence the amateur part). Even a lower-tier UFC fighter doesn't make as much as one might think. In fact, the median income for a UFC athlete in 2018 was listed at just $68,500 USD (equal to roughly £52,000).
So what does a struggling fighter do to make ends meet? In some cases, they turn to a more lucrative industry — adult entertainment.
With that in mind, it's time to take a look at several fighters, all of whom competed for major promotions that have been involved in porn.
Some of these athletes have worked behind the scenes, while others were the star of the show.
8. Sylvain Potard
With a professional record of 7-5, Sylvain 'Punisher' Potard would certainly qualify as a journeyman fighter. That being said, the Frenchman has competed for One FC and went 1-1 during his stint with the promotion, having fought Jake Butler in both contests.
Outside the cage, Potard has made a name for himself in the adult entertainment industry. He specializes in films that center around well-endowed gentlemen. The former One FC competitor's filmography features French titles such as Gay for Pay Hetero.
Potard has also posed for a calendar that featured sizeable professional athletes. This calendar was entitled Dieux Du Stade. For those wondering, Dieux Du Stade means Gods of the Stadium in English.
Sylvain Potard, who is now 39, hasn't fought since 2014. As such, it appears he may have moved on to bigger things. Ahem.