Samantha Strong： The Wild Crazy Journey of an Industry Legend

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This video provides a comprehensive biography of Samantha Strong, a prominent figure in mature films. Discover her journey from her entry into the industry at age 19, her rise to fame, and her notable works.  Video Chapters:  Early Career & Discovery: Learn how Samantha Strong, born Simona Susan Shields, began her career after being discovered by Ron Jeremy [00:00]. Her natural charisma quickly propelled her to popularity.  Initial Success & Popular Films: Explore her successful collaborations with manager John T. Bone, including fan favorites like "Mary the 10th Miss" (1986), "$50 Million Cherry" (1987), and "Phone Girls 1 and 2" [00:39].  Contract Dispute & Return: Understand the challenges she faced, including a contract dispute with Vivid Entertainment over performing with Jeff Striker, and how it was resolved, leading to the 1988 film "The AIDS" [01:25].  Later Career & Retirement: Follow her through subsequent breaks and returns to the industry, including her exclusive contract with Western Visuals in 1992 [02:03], her induction into the AVN Hall of Fame in 1995 [02:48], and her eventual retirement in 1999 after appearing in over 100 films.

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00:00Samantha Strong, born Simona Susan Shields on June 9, 1967, in Seattle, Washington,

00:06is a former actress whose career in mature films spanned nearly 15 years.

00:12She became one of the most recognizable faces in the industry during the late 1980s and early 90s.

00:18Her entry into the film world was as rapid as it was impactful.

00:22Discovered at a Video Software Dealers Association convention by Ron Jeremy,

00:26she began performing in front of the camera at the age of 19.

00:31Her early work quickly established her as a star, thanks to her natural charisma and on-screen

00:35enthusiasm. $50 million inheritance

00:39In the following years, Strong worked extensively with her first manager,

00:44John T. of Bone, who cast her in several top-rated films. Among these were Mary the 10th Miss in 1986,

00:51$50 million cherry in 1987, and phone girls 1 and 2, both in the late 80s.

00:59In $50 million cherry, Strong played Rosemary Hoskins, a woman maintaining her virginity to

01:04secure a $50 million inheritance. The film became an early fan favorite, showcasing her ability to

01:11blend conventional acting with genre content. After a string of successful films for John T.

01:17Eubone, Strong decided to take a break from the industry. This first hiatus was short-lived,

01:22she returned to the business less than a year later, signing a contract with Vivid Entertainment.

01:28However, her comeback was immediately embroiled in controversy due to a contract dispute.

01:34Strong refused to perform with Jeff Stryker, a bisexual actor who often participated in same-sex

01:39productions, due to concerns about Hiv, which was prevalent at the time.

01:43This refusal sparked a contractual conflict with Vivid, which was eventually resolved,

01:48and she agreed to star with Stryker in the 1988 film The Aids.

01:53Strong's Retirement

01:54Strong left the industry again after the film's release and turned to club dancing in Las Vegas

02:00for the next few years. While in Vegas, she got engaged, only to break off the engagement after

02:06deciding to return to the industry. During this stage of her career, Strong had multiple releases for

02:13video exclusives before signing an exclusive contract with Western Visuals in 1992.

02:19Strong appeared in Sin City, the movie, where she turned in a high-quality performance.

02:24The film featured a notable scene with late career Jamie Gillis.

02:29After getting married in December 1992, Strong took another break from the business,

02:33this time for a year and a half. However, her passion for performing brought her back once again.

02:39She returned with the highly popular Starbangers 5 and a top-billing role in Samantha's private

02:45fantasies in 1994, both of which proved to be excellent vehicles for her enduring talents.

02:51Her achievements were recognized by her induction into the AVN Hall of Fame in 1995.

02:58As the turn of the millennium approached, Strong finally retired for good.

03:01By the time she left the industry in 1999, she had appeared in over 100 films,

03:07leaving an indelible mark on the entertainment world and a legacy that endures to this day.

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