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Why some athletes and musicians are using OnlyFans as a side hustle

Jun 2, 2025
Charlotte Edwards, a BBC Business Reporter, discusses the rise of OnlyFans as a lucrative side hustle for athletes and musicians. She reveals how British canoeist Kurts Adams Rozentals turned to the platform to support his Olympic training after being underfunded. The conversation dives into OnlyFans' business model, the stigma surrounding it, and recent shifts in content policies. Additionally, Chimgozirim Nwokoma shares insights on All Access Fans, an African start-up inspired by OnlyFans, highlighting the evolving landscape of content creation.
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INSIGHT

OnlyFans Content Diversity

  • OnlyFans hosts diverse content including fitness, music, and art, not just adult content.
  • However, the majority of the platform's content is still pornographic in nature.
INSIGHT

OnlyFans Revenue Model

  • OnlyFans operates on a revenue-sharing model taking a 20% cut from creators' earnings.
  • Creators keep 80% from subscriptions, tips, and other payments they receive.
ANECDOTE

Athlete Banned for OnlyFans Income

  • British canoeist Kurt Adams-Rosenthal earned around £100,000 on OnlyFans to fund his Olympic training.
  • Despite the income, Paddle UK suspended him and withdrew his £16,000 funding due to his OnlyFans content.
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