One of the things I enjoy about living in Las Vegas is that it seems to have become something of a hub of activity in the BBW community. From the old Las Vegas Bash to the new BBW FanFest holding down the fort in July, plus other events scattered throughout the calendar, there is a lot of exciting times going down here in Las Vegas.
This week's interview is with another lovely performer who lives here in Sin City, holding it down. It's Ms. Teedra Diora. I came across her work a few years ago, and while I have still yet to cross paths with her in person, I look forward to the day when I do get to meet this lovely lady face to face.
So let's spend a few minutes getting to know her, and learning about what she has in store for the future.
Teedra Diora
Las Vegas, NVWebsite:
www.teedradiora.com (Coming April 2013)Follow her on Twitter: @TeedraDiora How did you get into the business? What led you into doing this, and what was your entry point (print modeling, straight into video, web modeling)? Just like the old saying, “Curiosity killed the cat.” I’m kinda like one of those people. I’ve always had a strong sexual appetite, I love porn and was curious about the industry. I started to do research online and found sites like www.sexyjobs.com where I could post a profile. White Ghetto Films was the first company to contact me. My first scene was b/b/g in Curry Creampie 9.Was it a difficult decision, deciding the enter the industry? Do you have any regrets about choosing this path?
I don’t know if I would say difficult but there are definitely important factors that I had to take in to consideration. However, I don’t regret it. If I knew then what I know now I would have entered the industry sooner.
If you could change one thing about the industry (either overall, or specifically with regards to the BBW side of things), what would it be?
I was totally surprised to see how much division there is in the industry overall. I thought in the industry of sex everyone would be getting along having a good damn time. I can’t change everyone’s attitude or mindset but I can do my part by not creating or entertaining the drama.
What is your definition of a fan? What obligations do fans have in supporting performers/the industry overall?
A true fan supports your work and comes out to events if they’re able to. I could sit here and say real fans shouldn’t go on tube sites but that’s not realistic. I’m sure there are fans who support the work and still go on tube sites as well. In my opinion the only thing fans are obligated to do is to respect us as people and our boundaries/personal space.
If you could offer some words of advice to those trying to break into the industry, what would they be? “All that glitters is not gold.” I would tell them they need to be realistic because the industry isn’t as glamorous as it looks on the outside. You have to treat it as a business and be selective with those you do business with. Have aspirations in the industry as well as outside the industry. SAVE your money because the industry is an up and down roller coaster all the time. Interpret this question how you want, but what excites you? What makes you feel good inside? That I can share my passion on film for men and women to lust for. Every woman wants to be the object of someone’s desire.What are your hobbies outside of work? How do you like to unwind?
I’d say I’m pretty normal. I like to spend my time with friends and family; go to dinner, have some drinks, see a movie.
Where do you see yourself in 3-5 years? Still performing? Serving as a producer/director? Being an agent? Advocacy? Or outside of the industry?
I’ll still be performing along with producing and directing. I’m currently working on my website now and July of 2012 I released my first independent DVD, Self-Exploited Slut Vol.1. I’m actually setting monthly goals now so that it won’t have to take 3 to 5 years to get where I want to be.
How would you like to be remembered?
As that woman who remained the same and made the industry work for her, and not the other way around. I’m very pleased with the reputation that I’ve earned with those who I’ve worked with so far. If I ever start to become that person no one wants to be around I hope no one would hesitate to inform me that I’m turning into a Bitch!