It's Been a Minute The newest influencers? Porn stars.
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Aug 18, 2025 Rebecca Jennings, a features writer for New York Magazine, delves into the explosive rise of OnlyFans influencers who leverage outrage to gain fame and fortune. She discusses the shocking stunts that catapult stars like Bonnie Blue into the spotlight and the cultural shift towards valuing sensationalism in content. The conversation also explores societal perceptions of sex work, the blurred boundaries between influencing and adult content, and how these trends redefine notions of fame and digital influence in today’s world.
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Sex Stunts As Influencer Content
- Rage-bait sex stunts blend influencer strategies with sex work to maximize attention and headlines.
- Rebecca Jennings argues these stunts function more like viral influencer content than traditional erotic media.
OnlyFans Is Full-Time Content Work
- Top OnlyFans creators operate like full-time influencers with teams, safety protocols, and production crews.
- Rebecca Jennings notes success requires relentless daily content and influencer skills, not casual posting.
Internet Entry Changed Sex Work
- The internet democratized sex work, drawing many middle-class creators into online platforms like OnlyFans.
- Charlotte Shane links this shift to recurring moral panic and cultural discomfort with visible sex labor.