Less than a year after becoming an adult-film actress, Olivia Nova has died at age 20, according to British tabloids and her agency.
Cause of death wasn’t immediately known.
The Minnesota native became the fourth porn star with L.A. connections to die in recent months, following Yuri Luv, 31, August Ames, 23, and Shyla Stylez, 35.
The Sun said Nova was found dead in a Las Vegas home only days after she tweeted about being alone at Christmas.
One commenter on Twitter made a challenge: “I think the porn industry really needs to take an internal look at all of these suicides / deaths and put some kind of peer network or counseling program in place.”
I think the porn industry really needs to take an internal look at all of these suicides / deaths and put some kind of peer network or counseling program in place. — Porn star Olivia Nova found dead in Las Vegas at the age of 20
https://t.co/PHAMpGpgCI— Dave (@DaveA_33) January 9, 2018
Newsweek said Nova, who began her firm work in March 2017, was considered a rising star in the adult fim industry.
“LA Direct Models, her agency, released a statement on Monday confirming her death:. ‘While only represented by Direct Models for a short period of time, we came to know Olivia as a beautiful girl with a very sweet and gentle personality. Another one, way too young. We are beyond shocked… Rest in peace, sweet angel,’” Newsweek said.
Reactions from fans and industry members:
August Ames, Shyla Stylez, Yuri Beltran, and Olivia Nova all incredibly young talent. We must be kinder and look out for one another in this industry. Our Truth and Standing by one another is our only power. ~ ???? KP
— Adult Performers Actors Guild (@APAGunion) January 9, 2018
Please… not another young woman… ????????????
Rest In Peace OliviaAdult Star Olivia Nova Passes Away https://t.co/CCYqkiFjEx via @xbiz
— protection4performers (@pornstarsunite_) January 8, 2018
RIP Olivia Nova my heart goes out to her friends and family. This industry has had a tough year losing such young talent. ~ ???? KP pic.twitter.com/kFBaIhUFjR
— Adult Performers Actors Guild (@APAGunion) January 8, 2018
RIP Olivia Nova. Sad to hear she passed away. pic.twitter.com/YxIMNl8vOR
— Dave Naz (@davenaz) January 9, 2018
Olivia Nova – You are loved and remembered. If any girls are reading this, reach out. I never want anyone to ever feel alone and lost. Life should not be like that. pic.twitter.com/szvt10Akhp
— Catalina Cruz™ (@CatalinaCruz) January 9, 2018