How often are models in our little hobby recognized in real life?

[brotherted]

Obviously there are lots of variables here, starting with the distribution and popularity of the tickling video(s) in which they appeared.

So let's assume an "average" model for a fairly well known production company in our space. Let's say they did a video 5-15 years ago, and are now living their lives in 2025. Would their former appearance ever come up, in the sense of being recognized? And if so, are we talking once/month? Once/year? Once every 5 years?

After all, in the enormous world of porn, we're engaged in an awfully niche subculture here. Add to that how much different someone's look can change after a bunch of years, meaning if it were me, I'd think I'd have a low level of confidence whether the person standing right there is actually the model from the video or just had a resemblance to the model. Add to that how even if someone felt sure the person in real life truly was the model from a video, what percentage of tickling video watchers would have the confidence / extroversion / personality to say something about it to them?

Can any models or producers speak to this? My hunch would be that very few of the former models would ever get "recognized" -- and the vast majority never would at all -- but maybe I'm wrong.

 

[tk86]

I think when most models leave it behind, they leave it behind. It’s over, and it’s probably best to leave it alone if you encounter them. The ones who have a deeper interest show up at Dom Con or like events—if you can see they have retained interest in that world, they’re probably fine to approach.

 

[brotherted]

I think when most models leave it behind, they leave it behind. It’s over, and it’s probably best to leave it alone if you encounter them. The ones who have a deeper interest show up at Dom Con or like events—if you can see they have retained interest in that world, they’re probably fine to approach.

Oh, for sure. To be clear, I wasn't asking "Is it okay to bother them?"

I was asking: "Does anyone know if models get approached irl and asked about it? Has it even ever happened?" Because I was guessing no.

 

[h0pelessr0mance]

I think when most models leave it behind, they leave it behind. It’s over, and it’s probably best to leave it alone if you encounter them. The ones who have a deeper interest show up at Dom Con or like events—if you can see they have retained interest in that world, they’re probably fine to approach.

He's asking specifically if people recognize them.

 

[Comfort Eagle]

I had a girl who shot with me recognized on a plane like a year later, of all places.

 

[Soles_Scream]

Obviously there are lots of variables here, starting with the distribution and popularity of the tickling video(s) in which they appeared.

So let's assume an "average" model for a fairly well known production company in our space. Let's say they did a video 5-15 years ago, and are now living their lives in 2025. Would their former appearance ever come up, in the sense of being recognized? And if so, are we talking once/month? Once/year? Once every 5 years?

After all, in the enormous world of porn, we're engaged in an awfully niche subculture here. Add to that how much different someone's look can change after a bunch of years, meaning if it were me, I'd think I'd have a low level of confidence whether the person standing right there is actually the model from the video or just had a resemblance to the model. Add to that how even if someone felt sure the person in real life truly was the model from a video, what percentage of tickling video watchers would have the confidence / extroversion / personality to say something about it to them?

Can any models or producers speak to this? My hunch would be that very few of the former models would ever get "recognized" -- and the vast majority never would at all -- but maybe I'm wrong.

Sorry, Brotherted for the impending rant as you may have posed this question from a fantasy angle, but I’m going to respond from a reality based perspective.

NEVER approach models/talent outside of their fetish scene in public.

None of the models you see in tickle or fetish/porn clips go by their real names. There’s a reason for that. They are fulfilling a fantasy through a persona.

Also read the room. If you aren’t at FetishCon or Exxxotica, it is always a bad idea to approach them or stare at them.

Even if they do things like real time sessions, the same rules apply. I’ve heard horror stories of “fans” approaching a model at their respective day jobs and or when they are out with their family/vanilla friends.

This is a major reason why models tend to retire and such. They are people at the end of the day. Appreciate that you get to see them in a capacity they - hopefully - were comfortable being involved in at the time.

Related point, if you see your favorite model on social media with a different name and no reference to fetish in her bio, DO NOT DM THEM ABOUT IT, DO NOT POST ABOUT IT AND TAG THEM. Let them have their peace and escape from fetish endeavors.

Some may see me as a kill joy, but I’ve shot with 100+ models to this point and before that sessioned with many models both amateur and established industry. I’ve been dating a model for 5 years. What I’m sharing are universal pet peeves.

 

[tk86]

He's asking specifically if people recognize them.

Oops, you’re right. And I’ve seen a few. Where one lives is a factor.

 

[h0pelessr0mance]

I had a girl who shot with me recognized on a plane like a year later, of all places.

Lol that's actually hilarious.

 

[brotherted]

I had a girl who shot with me recognized on a plane like a year later, of all places.

I’m curious what the person said.
Do you happen to know?

 

[Comfort Eagle]

I’m curious what the person said.
Do you happen to know?

According to her he was actually very polite and she made it seem like it was a pleasant encounter, I just thought it was funny because I only produce videos as a hobby as opposed to a full-on "studio" and thought out of anyone in any tickleporn, she gets noticed.

 

[jujimbo]

Well, I am not a creep. Most people like fucking, but that doesn't mean you have to not respect boundaries. People have a life outside of sexuality.

 

[brotherted]

Well, I am not a creep. Most people like fucking, but that doesn't mean you have to not respect boundaries. People have a life outside of sexuality.

I wasn't asking "Is it okay to bother them?"

I was asking: "Does anyone know if models get approached irl and asked about it? Has it even ever happened?" Because I was guessing no.

 

[TallTampaTklDom]

I have models that are friends. It’s really not relevant. In the same way that my profession as a pilot has minimal relevance to most of my interactions. My one model friend knows about my tickle fetish, so she’ll drop a known tickler and how she made content with him…and even then…I’m a little embarrassed and want to move the conversation back to normal stuff with our friends. Really what do you say to that? She’s not my type. Perhaps if there was a mutual attraction it’d be different.

But I’ve met/seen in vanilla settings:

Taylor Raz
Danica
Shaina
Honey Dew