Riley Reid Spills The Tea On The Biggest Mood Killer In The Bedroom

Riley Reid's Surprising Bedroom Turn-Off

Riley Reid, a leading figure in the adult entertainment industry, recently opened up about what can really kill the mood in the bedroom. Known off-screen as Ashley Matthews, the 34-year-old star has had a prolific career since starting at 19, earning her a spot in the X-Rated Critics Organisation and the AVN Hall of Fame. With her extensive experience, Reid knows a thing or two about what derails intimacy.

On a recent episode of the Stiff Socks Podcast, Reid shared a personal pet peeve. "I hate it when a guy doesn't brush his teeth, he wants to kiss and he's got some rank a** breath," she quipped in the September 2024 interview. For Reid, bad breath is a surefire way to ruin the magic, especially when considering activities like morning sex, which she isn't fond of due to, as she puts it, "disgusting" breath.

"That s**t kills the mood," Reid emphasized.

Reid's advice? Before engaging in any dawn escapades, make a quick trip to freshen up.

Behind the Scenes of an Adult Star's Life

Riley Reid has long been candid about the complexities of life as an adult entertainer. Despite a glamorous public persona, she has never shied away from discussing the challenges her career presents. In a deleted 2020 video, Reid confessed that the industry comes with its own set of personal hurdles, stating, "A lot of times when people ask me if they should do porn, I tell them no."

She elaborated on how such a career can complicate personal relationships and intimacy. Reid's own experience echoes this; one previous relationship was so strained by her work that her partner refused to touch her after she returned home. It was a moment that left Reid questioning her place in the industry, though she has since found happiness with her husband, Pasha Petkuns.

Insights from Fellow Adult Stars

Reid isn't alone in these reflections. Fellow adult star Mia Khalifa has also spoken about the impact of her career, revealing she's struggled with trust issues and has only had two relationships over the past decade. "I can't even mentally get past somebody wanting to be with me for the novelty," Khalifa shared on The Adam Friedland Show.

Sky Bri and Lana Rhoades have also weighed in on the subject. Sky Bri expressed a desire for privacy in future relationships, while Rhoades advised young women against entering the industry, warning of long-term consequences on personal life.