A native of Pittsburgh, Chanell Heart started her career off right with a 2015 AVN Award nomination for Best New Starlet. Her favorite thing about working in the industry is the opportunity to explore her own sexuality and fulfill her fantasies.

"I was actually a big fan of pornography," Heart told AVN. "I was always aware of who was who. One day I decided I should give it a try. My home videos inspired me."

Among her favorite scenes so far: shooting with Mike Adriano for Slurpy Throatsluts 2 (Evil Angel); doing a three-way with Chris Strokes and Xander Corvus for WeFuckBlackGirls.com and a scene with Elexis Monroe in Lesbian Rehab (Filly Films/Combat Zone).

"My dream sex scene would be a shower or bath with my lesbian crush Jodi Taylor, with lots of steam, candles and of course passionate sex."

Heart enjoys being active—roller blading, dancing and rock climbing. Her favorite quote? "Let me live!"

Find her on Twitter @chanellheartxxx or email her at [email protected].

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