J.J. Michaels, a Midwestern native, embarked on a career in the adult industry in 1997, following his stint in the Air Force. Prior to his departure from the industry, he had worked on fewer than a dozen films, after which he was handpicked to participate in the esteemed Louis Theroux documentary for the BBC. The show's immense popularity led to the production of a follow-up, Christmas in New York, later that year.
In 1999, J.J. Michaels tied the knot with a fellow actress, and the couple's lives were forever changed when Michaels' brother passed away later that year. In response to this devastating loss, both Michaels and his spouse decided to leave the adult industry in early 2000.
After a hiatus of nearly a decade, Michaels returned to directing in 2007, helming a series of high-concept adult films. In 2012, he revisited the Louis Theroux show to reflect on his past experiences and share his aspirations for the future.
Today, J.J. Michaels is actively pursuing a career as an actor outside of the adult industry, bringing his unique talents and perspective to a broader range of projects.
