Mary Carey, who once graced the Hollywood party scene, now lives a contrasting life as a homemaker and webcam entertainer. Her life’s story, rich with episodes of mingling with the elite, modelling for ‘Hustler’, and even challenging Arnold Schwarzenegger in politics, is captivating.
At 43, married to an emergency medicine specialist, Mary Carey (@realmarycarey) recounts her progression from a naive small-town girl to becoming a star in the adult entertainment sphere.
An Unusual Route
Mary’s original ambition was in ballet, but due to a health setback, she ventured into the world of exotic dance. Winning a competition in a strip club marked her move to Los Angeles at the age of 21, where she encountered celebrities and made a name for herself in the stripping industry.
With aspirations to expand her influence, Mary entered the adult film industry, boosting her dance career. This step was lucrative, garnering her £100,000 a year for producing just six movies.
From High Society to Political Ambition
As a burgeoning celebrity, Mary was a regular at the Playboy Mansion, meeting Hugh Hefner. In a striking move to enhance her fame, she ran for governor against Arnold Schwarzenegger in 2003, finishing among the top ten out of 135 candidates. Her distinctive campaign, featuring a mix of “porn and pistols,” drew public interest, bringing her into the public eye.
Mary reminisced: “It was so fun to learn more about our government and to see what support there was for me. I was fun, dumb, and full of fun back then, but my heart was in the right place.”
Embracing a New Phase
Following her political endeavour, Mary continued her spirited career, touring, engaging in film work, and interacting with followers online. In 2017, her encounter with her future husband led to her exit from the lively social scene. Now, while savouring domestic life, Mary remains connected to her followers through webcam interactions and sharing provocative images, cherishing the unusual experiences of her journey.
Mary Carey reflects, “The experiences I’ve had – to be on billboards and going to shows with a police escort and traveling the world – I wouldn’t change a thing.”
