Jessa Rhodes, born on June 29, 1993, in Portland, Oregon, USA, is an American adult film actress of Norwegian descent. Growing up as the youngest of seven children in rural Oregon, she was homeschooled until the sixth grade. At the age of 17, Rhodes began her career in entertainment as a stripper and glamour model, eventually working as a webcam performer. It was during this time that an agent discovered her and offered her an entry into the adult film industry.
Rhodes made her debut in August 2012, shortly after her 19th birthday, with her first scene alongside J. Mac for Reality Kings in Miami. Her stage name, “Jessa,” was inspired by her resemblance to Jessa Hinton, a Playboy Playmate, while “Rhodes” pays homage to the Rhodes piano from her childhood memories. Known for her striking physique and approachable demeanor, she quickly gained notoriety. She has since worked with prominent studios such as Mile High, Zero Tolerance, New Sensations, Digital Sin, Digital Playground, and Naughty America.
Though she may have started her career with a touch of shyness, Jessa Rhodes steadily honed her technique, evolving into a distinguished oral sex specialist. She is renowned for her meticulous and deeply committed approach to delivering pleasure, showcasing remarkable diligence in her craft. While perhaps not overtly displaying complex or acrobatic techniques, her on-camera execution is exceptionally effective and engaging. She stands out as one of the best at embellishing each performance, making every blowjob uniquely captivating and ensuring viewers remain thoroughly entertained. Her striking beauty, particularly her mesmerizing blue eyes, makes it genuinely difficult to look away as she masterfully performs.
Beyond adult films, Rhodes has also made appearances in mainstream music videos. In 2013, she featured alongside fellow porn stars Lisa Ann, Tera Patrick, Rikki Six, and Jayden Jaymes in Hollywood Undead’s “Dead Bite” music video. Later, in 2017, she appeared in the Butcher Babies’ “Headspin” music video with Xander Corvus. Her significant presence in the industry earned her a spot on CNBC’s “The Dirty Dozen: Porn’s Biggest Stars” list.
Throughout her career, Jessa Rhodes has received extensive recognition, including numerous nominations at the prestigious AVN Awards. Early in her career, she was nominated for Best New Starlet in 2014. Her acting prowess was acknowledged with several nominations for Best Supporting Actress. In 2018, she received a significant nomination for Female Performer of the Year, and her enduring popularity among fans led to multiple nominations for the Fan Award: Favorite Female Porn Star. A notable highlight in her career came in 2019 when she won the AVN Award for Best Group Sex Scene for her work in After Dark. She also received nominations for diverse performances, including Best Oral Sex Scene and Best Double Penetration Sex Scene.
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1st photo by Glenn Francis, www.PacificProDigital.com, taken at the 2014 AVN Awards. License: CC BY.
2nd photo by striptaculous, taken at the 2014 AVN Awards. License: CC BY.
3rd photo by Baldwin Saintilus, taken at the 2016 AVN Awards. License: CC BY.
Last updated: November 20, 2025
