Michelle Thorne

Michelle Thorne (born Michelle Marie Thorne on August 2, 1975, in Bristol, England) is a British glamour model, erotic film actress, director, and occasional mainstream TV personality. She entered the adult industry in 1999 with her debut in All Amateur: Girls of the UK, later working with studios like Bluebird Films, Extreme Associates, and Union Jaxxx. Recognized by the BBC in 2005 as “one of the best‐known faces in the British porn industry and one of the top actresses,” she also established her own production label, Bombchelle Productions, and wrote and directed several adult features. Standing at 5 ft 3 in (1.60 m) with blonde hair and hazel eyes, Thorne has appeared beyond adult filmography—she showcased her singing talent on The X Factor UK in 2005 and featured in nine episodes of the popular science‑comedy show Brainiac: Science Abuse. Additionally, she provided voice work for the 2001 anime Bondage Mansion and appeared in television films like Sacred Flesh and Probable Cause. Over her career, Thorne became known for her candid, bold style, frequently starring in lesbian-themed productions despite her heterosexual orientation. She also gained notoriety for producing self‑titled watersports videos, earning a reputation as a urophile in some circles. Around 2010, she survived a high‑profile personal incident when her then‑husband Dean Powell was jailed for assaulting her and her father. Though she has since transitioned away from performing, Thorne continues to influence the adult industry through her directorial work and business ventures, leveraging her experience and visibility to advocate for performer rights and challenge longstanding stigmas.