ART AFICIONADO: Manuel Ferrara

Saturday, November 1, 2025

Manuel Ferrara

Acting Appreciation

I'm a big fan of Manuel Ferrara -- especially for how he forges authentic connections with performers before filming. That chemistry, like the electric on-camera connection he shares with Angela White, elevates their scenes beyond mere staging into something more natural and engaging. It's that touch of gentleness that is a big turn-on.

Manuel Ferrara (born Manuel Jeannin on November 1, 1975, in Le Raincy, France) grew up in nearby Gagny. Raised by a French father and Spanish mother, Manuel experienced loss early -- his father passed away when he was 17. During his formative years, he was studying to become a physical education teacher before shifting his interest to adult entertainment.

While still in university training for PE, Ferrara answered an ad in a French adult magazine on a dare by his friends. His first scene was in 1997 performing with two girls. He soon became a recognized actor in European and later American adult film circles, even earning a recommendation from Rocco Siffredi that led to his U.S. breakout in Fashionistas. By 2003-2004, he was already directing gonzo content for Platinum X/RedLight.

In May 2006, Ferrara began directing for Evil Angel, launching titles like Evilution and thriving gonzo series like Slutty & Sluttier, Evil Anal, Raw, and more.

On the personal front, Ferrara married Dana Vespoli in January 2005; then had three sons and divorced seven years later. Since around 2013, he's been partnered -- and later married -- to Kayden Kross, with whom he has a daughter.

His career is decorated with accolades such as numerous AVN Male Performer of the Year, induction into both the AVN and XRCO Halls of Fame, plus over 64 adult industry awards across AVN, XBIZ, and others.