Kay Taylor Parker (28 August 1944 – 14 October 2022) was a British pornographic film actress who later worked as a metaphysical counselor and mentor. She was the author of an autobiography Taboo: Sacred, Don't Touch which chronicles her life including her work as an actress in adult films.

Early life

Born in England, she grew up in a conservative household. She moved to the United States at the age of 21. While living in San Francisco, she became interested in acting and began studying drama. Despite entering the adult film industry at a later age than most, she became a leading star in the field and was often paired with younger co-stars. Typically she was cast in mature woman roles, such as mothers, step mothers, rich aunts, and wealthy divorcees. She also offered personal Skype sessions with clients who paid her for spiritual counseling.

Parker is the subject of the documentary A Taboo Identity, which chronicles her transition from pornstar to metaphysical counselor.

Death

Parker died in Los Angeles on October 14, 2022, at the age of 78. Her family did not reveal the cause of her death.

Awards

  • 1983: Adult Film Association of America Award Best Supporting Actress for Sweet Young Foxes
  • 1984: Golden Age of Porn Walk of Fame
  • 1985: XRCO Special Merit Award
  • AVN Hall of Fame
  • 1990: XRCO Hall of Fame
  • 1990: Free Speech Coalition Lifetime Achievement Award

Publications

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Citations

General and cited sources

Further reading

  • – features a chapter on her
  • Excerpt from Taboo: Sacred, Don't Touch
  • Interview, 29 September 2009