Yesterday afternoon, it was reported via XBiz, the New York Daily News, and various other outlets that porn star August Ames had passed away. At the tender age of 23, Ames (born Mercedes Grabowski) leaves behind a husband, dozens of friends and colleagues, and an imprint on the adult industry after becoming a part of it in 2013.

XCritic writer Steve Pulaski takes a look at the life and tragic end of one of the industry’s bright starlets. It’s a sad passing and one at XCritic we felt was very important to stop and acknowledge.

Source: www.xcritic.com