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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Sam Brookes

American Pie actor opens up on her staggering OnlyFans earnings

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  • American Pie star Shannon Elizabeth revealed to Variety that she earned $1 million (£740,000) within just nine days of joining OnlyFans in April 2026.
  • The 52-year-old actor, who offers subscribers behind-the-scenes photos and direct chatting, aims to help broaden the platform beyond adult entertainment.
  • Elizabeth joins a growing list of mainstream celebrities using the site, alongside figures such as rapper Cardi B and British singers Lily Allen and Kate Nash.
  • Harry Potter actor Jessie Cave also revealed she made more from one year on OnlyFans posting hair-brushing videos than from her entire acting career.
  • Cave explained she turned to the platform to create non-sexual content out of financial desperation following industry rejections and high childcare costs.

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American Pie star Shannon Elizabeth reveals she made $1 million on OnlyFans in nine days

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