Marjan Faritous, a multifaceted individual with a rich and complex life story, was born in the vibrant city of Tehran, Iran. Her early years were marked by turmoil and upheaval, as she was forced to flee her homeland at the tender age of four in 1983, amidst the escalating violence of the Revolution.
Seeking refuge, she found solace in the charming city of Florence, Italy, and later, the picturesque city of Stockholm, Sweden. Her journey continued as she arrived in San Francisco, California, in 1984, where she began to nurture her passion for the arts by attending The School of the Arts and Macateer High School.
After completing her education, she further honed her craft at The American Conservatory Theater, where she received intense training in the art of acting. Her dedication and perseverance eventually led her to relocate to Los Angeles in the year 2000, where she continues to pursue her vision of becoming the first Persian actor to win an Academy Award.
Initially, Marjan Faritous gained recognition as a mainstream actress and producer, adopting the stage name Persia Pele. She made her adult debut in August 2008 and has since appeared in approximately 40 sex scenes for renowned companies such as Vivid, Wicked, Penthouse, Bluebird Films, Reality Kings, Bang Bros, Brazzers, and Playgirl.
Born in Tehran, Iran, and raised in San Francisco, Marjan Faritous has lived a life marked by adventure and resilience. She has worked as an underage stripper, attended cosmetology school while managing a massage parlor, and even dabbled in makeup artistry in Hollywood. Her acting career has also seen her executive produce the indie film "30 Days to Die."
Marjan Faritous's burgeoning career has earned her a nomination for the 2010 AVN Award for MILF Performer of the Year. However, her life has also been marked by controversy, as she was arrested on May 21, 2014, in Riverside, California, for prostitution.
