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When you really think about it, porn stars and athletes aren't too different. They're two of the most-viewed professions in the world, people tune into to see both perform uhh...amazing(?) feats with their bodies, and they both have loyal fans. This is why news of Rob Gronkowski possibly becoming a porn star shouldn't be surprising at all.
The Gronk's first connection to the adult film world came back in 2011 when he took and posted photos with starlet Bibi Jones. Gronkowski is far from the first athlete to have allegedly hooked up with an adult actress, from Barry Bonds to Tiger Woods to Michael Jordan's son check out the History of Athletes Dating Adult Film Stars...
Barry Bonds
Adult Film Star: Devon Shire
When: 1994
Body Of Work: Seymore Butts in Paradise
Back in '94, way before Barry Bonds blew up and became known for becoming the new "Home Run King," he was allegedly busy smashing this porn star. Devon Shire claims the slugger knocked her up during the summer of '94 and less than a year later Bonds and his wife split up. Turns out she also had a relationship with Al Cowlings in which she claimed he told her that O.J. committed the double-murder of Nicole Brown Simpson and Ron Goldman. In the Bonds case, Shire's lawyer said that she knew she was ovulating those days that she slept with Barry. SMH.
Jennifer Capriati
Adult Film Star: Dale DaBone
When: 2003-2009
Body Of Work: Big Bouncing Boobies
Think it's only the fellas seeking out adult film stars? Nah, son! Tennis wild child Jennifer Capriati had a lengthy relationship with Dal Dabone throughout most of the 2000s. When Capriati overdosed on prescription pills last year, DaBone attributed it to the fact that she missed tennis and that he returned to porn. Uhh...OK, whatever you say, homie. Sidebar: This is the only male porn star featured on the list because-looking for a SFW photo of this dude caused by far the scariest sight we've seen all week. *shudder*
Tiger Woods
Adult Film Star: Joslyn James
When: Mid to Late 2000s
Body Of Work: Bruthas Who Luv Muthas 1
Tiger was linked to a number of porn stars during his scandal in November of 2009, but none were more vocal than Joslyn James. Miss James released sexting messages she received from Woods, wanted to speak with his ex-wife, and even claims he got her pregnant. Yeah, Tiger seems like he fucked with the wrong one. Literally.
Chuck Liddell
Adult Film Star: Jayden James
When: 2006-2009
Body Of Work: Assilicious 2
Chuck and Jayden had been spotted together at events like parties after UFC 66, but rumors of a relationship really took off when photos like the one above surfaced of them together in Cabo San Lucas for New Years 2009. James denied the rumors in her blog and months later Liddell did the same saying that there was nothing serious between them and James used him for publicity. And he used her for pu...OK, we'll keep it classy.
Tito Ortiz
Adult Film Star: Jenna Jameson
When: 2006-present
Body Of Work: Fluffy Cumsalot
You've got to be pretty crazy to fight in the gruesome sport of MMA. Then again, you're probably a little nuts if you decide to get into a long-term relationship with a porn star. Not just any porn star, the most famous porn star of all time who's been in over 150 major releases over her career. So, now you've got the idea that Tito Ortiz just doesn't give a fuck. That mentality worked for him in the cage but kind of hurt him when he was arrested on domestic violence charges last year after a fight with Jenna at their home.
Dwight Howard
Adult Film Star: Mary Carey
When: 2006
Body Of Work: Kick Ass Chicks 41: Vaginaterians
We've already listed Dwight Howard as one of the biggest squares in NBA history, but the more dirt that comes out on this dude, the more we may have to reconsider his spot on the list. First, he got an NBA dance squad member pregnant. Then, he allegedly pursued porn star Marey Carey for months. According to Carey, Dwight's thirst culminated with him showing up to her then-boyfriend's home (Chris Kirkpatrick of 'N Sync) and allegedly whipping his member out while in the bathroom with her. Now, while that may seem like appropriate behavior while being in a bathroom with a porn star, Carey says she was actually telling him to leave and that things couldn't work out between them. Carey also dated baseball player Melky Cabrera. The girl just loves big sticks and balls. Ayo!
Hines Ward
Adult Film Star: Lisa Ann
When: 2008
Body Of Work: Nailin' Palin
Now, this photo was only taken at a Christmas party. Pretty innocent, huh? Nope! It was the Adult DVD Empire Company Christmas party! Why was Hines there? We have no clue, but the wideout is divorced so he was free to be out on the prowl. Whether messing up opponents on the gridiron or getting saucy at porn parties, dude always has that same 'ol Kool-Aid smile. We ain't mad at ya, Hines.
Nate Robinson
Adult Film Star: Samone Taylor
When: 2010
Body Of Work: Bust a Nut or Die Tryin'
After MediaTakout claimed that the NBA little man was dating Samone Taylor, the adult starlet wasted no time to clear the air. She hopped on YouTube denying the two were ever more than friends. Further reports claim her tweets give a hint at it being something more. On another note, that porn title has to be one of the best of all time. They've got to start having an AVN category for those.
Tanard Jackson
Adult Film Star: Jemini
When: 2010
Body Of Work: H.T.'s Black Street Hookers 68
A report came out that Tanard Jackson was expecting a child with former porn star Jemini. Jackson confirmed the report and said he was going to try and make the relationship with Jemini work for his unborn child. We respect Tanard for taking responsibility, unlike some athletes. That being said, when the mother of your child has starred in H.T.'s Black Street Hookers 68...it's well, it's exactly how it sounds. *bites tongue*
The Philadelphia Flyers
Adult Film Star: Gina Lynn
When: 2010
Body Of Work: Gina's Very Merry Christmas Orgy
In October of 2010, photos surfaced of porn star Gina Lynn chilling in an apartment with a few members of the Philadelphia Flyers. She's also been seen out and about with Philly sports figures like Ryan Howard and former Eagles quarterback A.J. Feeley. Pictures can only prove so much, but a porn star and an apartment full of teammates, could only bring a few things to mind. It ain't no fun, if...
Rashad Butler
Adult Film Star: Mya G
When: 2011
Body Of Work: Azz And Mo Ass 6
Right after the Rob Gronkowski story broke in 2011, it was revealed that Rashad Butler of the Houston Texans is in a legit relationship with former porn star Mya G. Well, if you're happy then do you, Rashad. Do you. Sidebar: Usually porn movie titles such as Azz And Mo Ass 6 are just hilarious exaggerations but from the photo evidence we peeped, you can say it's pretty damn accurate.
Rob Gronkowski
Adult Film Star: Bibi Jones
When: 2011
Body Of Work: Midnight Prowl 21
So, some athletes take advantage of their stardom to hook up with porn stars? Big deal. But not many go post twitpics of their trysts with starlets. Even more ridiculous is how Bibi claims nothing really went down with Rob Gronkowski, and that the tight end did it in an effort to pick up more Twitter followers. SMH. We don't believe you, you need more people-or followers.
Shinji Kagawa
Adult Film Star: Ameri Ichinose
When: 2012
Body Of Work: Catwalk Poison Vol. 46
Shinji Kagawa made headlines last June when he transferred to Manchester United. When you join one of the most storied franchises in sports, fans and the media get to know everything about you. Including who you're bon, uh, "dating." The media went wild and began reporting that Japanese porn star, Ameri Ichinose, was his girlfriend. Turns out she was never his "girlfriend." The girl in the photo which started the controversy was Margaret Natsuki, Ichinose's doppleganger who doesn't have sex on camera for money.
Marcus Jordan
Adult Film Star: Rachel Roxxx
When: 2012
Body Of Work: Masturbation Nation 11
Who here knows who Rachel Roxxx is?! Yeah, we'll wait until your girl leaves the room. The son of the GOAT really should be smoother about how he handles his business. A DM is not a tweet. Marcus found out the hard way when this tweet went out from his Twitter account. He said it was joke that someone played on him. Sure, you were hacked huh? FOH. We wonder what percent of Jordan profits go to Marcus' tricking fund?