Award-winning adult entertainment performer Alex Riley has reportedly died at the age of 22.
Riley was honored with the Best Newcomer trophy at the 2020 GayVN Awards as well as a Best Newcomer nomination at the 2020 Str8UpGayPorn Awards.
He worked exclusively for Helix Studios since 2019, but prior to that had appeared in scenes for NextDoor, FraternityX, Men and more.
No cause of death has been shared publicly.
His longtime boyfriend, Jacob Hansen, shared the news on Twitter this morning writing, “To all of Alex’s friends and fans…on Monday I got a phone call from Alex’s best friend that Alex passed away early Sunday Morning. Rest in peace babe you will always be part of me no matter where my life takes me.”
To all of Alex’s friends and fans.. on Monday I got a phone call from Alex’s best friend that Alex passed away early Sunday Morning. Rest In peace babe you will always be part of me no matter where my life takes me. ❤️ pic.twitter.com/wFK7Imkk6v
— Jacob Hansen (@JacobHansenXXX) May 13, 2021
he was the purest and happiest of souls. there was nobody like him. he will be missed beyond words. i love you both.
— Kane Fox 🦊 (@KaneFoxxx) May 13, 2021
This is heartbreaking news – he was a dear, sweet young man and so full of fun.
— Michael D Alexander (@MichaelDAlexan1) May 13, 2021
My timeline exploded this morning… lots of teary faces and sad messages, so I suppose it’s true. This hottie is no longer with us… how? why? We’ll learn more soon I suppose. RIP Alex Riley #RIPAlexRiley pic.twitter.com/vSP0QCEOnS
— Nick K (@xnlk21) May 13, 2021
“We are heartbroken over the loss of Alex Riley, one of the most vibrant and talented young performers we’ve ever had the privilege to work with,” read a statement posted by Helix Studios. “Please respect his family’s privacy during this devastatingly difficult time. We love you, rest in peace Alex.”
https://twitter.com/HelixStudios/status/1392895453641932800
Riley’s last social media post was a tweet on May 7 where he extolled his love for his brother and mom.
“I just talked to my brother on the phone, I’ll do anything in the WORLD for him,” wrote the 22-year-old. “Whether I can or not, I’m doing it. Damn…y’all have brothers? I love mine more than I could literally love anyone besides my mom. Hell.”
I just talked to my brother on the phone, I’ll do anything in the WORLD for him. Wether I can or not, I’m doing it. Damn…y’all have brothers? I love mine more than I could literally love anyone besides my mom. Hell. 💙🙏🏽
— Alex Riley (@alexrileyxxx) May 8, 2021
Rest in peace, Alex Riley.
WOW! So young to be gone so soon! The death of any young person is tragic to all extremes. I will pray for Alex and his family! I ask that everyone also pray for Alex and his family! But always remember, Alex lives on in our memories and hearts. RIP, Alex!
Very sad news. He was a good performer. I hope people can refrain from the tacky open speculating regarding his cause of death.