Harry Reems, born on August 27, 1947, in New York, was an American adult entertainment actor who gained fame for his role in the ground-breaking 1972 film, Deep Throat. Before entering the adult entertainment industry, Reems served in the United States Marine Corps and attended the University of Pittsburgh for a year.
After leaving the Marines, Reems found work as a lighting crew member on the set of Deep Throat. It was here that the director saw potential in him as an actor and offered him a role in the film. Little did Reems know that this opportunity would catapult him to fame, but also lead to his infamous legal troubles.
In 1974, the FBI arrested Reems on charges of conspiracy to distribute obscenity related to his involvement in Deep Throat. This legal battle would haunt Reems for years to come, as he fought to defend his work in the face of strict censorship laws.
Aside from his legal troubles, Reems also battled drug addiction for several years. Despite his personal struggles, he remained dedicated to his career and continued to work in the adult entertainment industry.
In 1990, Reems married Jeanne Sterret, and the couple remained together until his passing in 2013. Despite their long marriage, the couple did not have any children.
Throughout his career, Reems faced immense public scrutiny and legal challenges. However, he also garnered a strong support system, with figures like actor Warren Beatty publicly supporting him during his legal battles with the federal government.
Despite the controversies surrounding his career, Harry Reems remains a pivotal figure in the history of adult entertainment, with his role in Deep Throat solidifying his legacy as a trailblazer in the industry.
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