Sofia, Bulgaria — Diana Gabrovska emerged from local celebrity to global notoriety as Bulgaria’s first openly recognized pornographic actress. Her journey from “nude mayoral candidate” to adult film star has sparked controversy, conversation, and a broader debate around legality, society, and freedom of expression in Bulgaria.
Gabrovska first captured public attention in 2019 when nude photos circulated during her campaign for mayor of Momin Prohod. The scandal derailed her candidacy—but also thrust her into the media spotlight as the so-called “nude mayoral candidate.”
After receiving numerous offers from international adult entertainment agencies, Diana and her husband Tony chose to collaborate with one of Greece’s largest adult film studios. She debuted in a lesbian scene with Greek star Vanessa Adamopulu, shot abroad due to Bulgaria’s stringent pornography laws. She described the decision as deliberate and emotionally charged, acknowledging both the personal risk and its potential impact on her legacy.
Gabrovska insists she is writing history—not just through her scenes, but by openly claiming her identity. She’s declared a long-term commitment to the industry, including expanding her content on platforms like OnlyFans, and planning more scenes involving male partners.
Her husband emphasizes their partnership—and frames adult filmmaking as professional, not taboo—relating personal reflections on social stigma and their decision to leave Bulgaria to pursue a path unclouded by national restrictions.
According to Bulgarian law, the production and distribution of pornography is illegal and can be penalized by up to one year in prison—or two if internet-based—with accompanying fines. While consumers may legally view or download pornography (excluding child content), creating or selling such material is prohibited domestically.
This makes Gabrovska’s career path all the more unprecedented in the Bulgarian context.
Gabrovska has received both admiration and backlash. In Greece—where her work is filmed—she is treated like a star; in Bulgaria, she faces intense shaming, especially through social media and tabloid press. Her critics question her parenting choices, while supporters point to her transparency and defiance of convention.
She states that her children must learn about her profession from her, not from gossip or mockery, reflecting a desire to confront stigma head-on and control her own narrative.
Gabrovska’s future plans include producing more film scenes with varied formats and expanding her personal brand. More significantly, she is vocal about wanting to change how Bulgaria views adult entertainment—and even has publicly advocated for legalizing porn in the country to open space for honesty and regulation.
Whether Diana Gabrovska is a provocateur, a symbol of personal agency, or a force pushing societal norms, she undeniably sits at a cultural crossroads. As the legal framework around sexual content and expression in Bulgaria remains steadfastly restrictive, her actions continue to provoke conversation, outrage, and broader reflection.
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