About
Alexis Texas (born Thea Alexis Samper on May 25, 1985) is an American entertainer who first found worldwide attention as a performer in adult films before broadening her career into directing, podcasting, and occasional mainstream acting. Raised in the small town of Castroville, Texas, after an early childhood on a U.S. naval base in the Panama Canal Zone, she entered the industry in 2006 and quickly became one of its most recognizable names. Her magnetic screen presence and business savvy earned dozens of awards, a devoted social‑media following that now tops six million on Instagram, and induction into the AVN Hall of Fame in 2022. Today, she balances content creation with hosting the conversational show “Private Talk with Alexis Texas,” where celebrities and athletes chat openly about life, work, and relationships.
Before Fame
Long before cameras and red‑carpet appearances, Texas pictured a very different future. She studied respiratory‑care therapy at Texas State University in San Marcos and paid her bills waiting tables at a local restaurant. While working one evening, she was invited to shoot an amateur scene for a college‑themed video series. Curious and confident, she accepted, traveled to Florida for the shoot at age 21, and discovered an unexpected knack for performing. Within months, she relocated to Los Angeles, signed with an agency, and appeared in hundreds of scenes that showcased her outgoing personality and unmistakable Southern drawl.
Trivia
- Music‑video cameo: In 2012, she popped up in Juicy J’s hit “Bandz a Make Her Dance,” performing a solo dance in an authentic strip‑club setting—one of several crossovers that helped push her beyond adult‑industry circles.
- Award magnet: Over her career, she has collected more than two dozen trophies from AVN, XBIZ, NightMoves, and other fan‑voted shows, including a famous “Favorite Ass” nod at the F.A.M.E. Awards.
- Business owner: In 2009, she launched Alexis Texas Entertainment, giving her greater control of branding and royalties.
- Mainstream acting: Her first principal role outside adult cinema arrived in the 2011 horror‑comedy Bloodlust Zombies, followed by appearances in Don Jon and documentaries such as Aroused.
- Podcast host: Since late 2019, she has recorded more than 200 episodes of Private Talk, creating a relaxed space where guests swap stories that range from career highs to awkward moments.
- Pop‑culture references: Rappers Lil Yachty and others name‑dropped her in tracks, while lifestyle writers often cite her signature backside when discussing body image in media.
Family Life
Texas comes from a multicultural background—Puerto Rican, Norwegian, and German—and often credits her supportive mother and grandmother for encouraging independence. She was married to fellow adult performer Mr. Pete from 2008 until their amicable divorce in 2013. The star keeps romantic relationships private today and has not publicly announced any children, preferring to focus interviews on career moves and personal growth.
Associated With
Throughout her career, Alexis has collaborated with a wide circle:
- Belladonna directed Discovering Alexis Texas, the showcase that first propelled her into award contention.
- As a director for Elegant Angel, she guided performers like Abella Danger and Anikka Albrite, showing an eye for production in addition to on‑camera talent.
- Her podcast guest list ranges from R&B singer Ne‑Yo to NFL and NBA athletes, giving fans a candid peek into their lives.
- In music and pop culture, she has crossed paths with Juicy J, Lil Wayne, and 2 Chainz, thanks to that 2012 video cameo.
- Most recently, she returned to performance for a high‑profile scene with veteran actor Dredd, underscoring her continued relevance nearly two decades after her debut.
