Ben Dover Porn
Lindsay Honey has directed over 150 adult films globally, including the unique Scratch ‘n’ Sniff movie - Smells Like Sex. He launched the video line for the largest adult company, PRIVATE, by directing their initial 7 major budget feature films. Presently, he is renowned for his work in directing and starring in the highly successful Ben Dover ‘gonzo’ video series, a character-driven, reality-based adult comedy-drama. This series has achieved 20 number 1 rankings in the adult video charts. Adult Video News described him as a modern-day Sid James in the British tradition of the ‘Carry On’ movie, noting that the British humor adds to the experience without detracting from the content.
Introduction
Born as Simon James Honey in 1956, in Sittingbourne Kent this person took the stage name "Steve Perry" after the Journey Singer before becoming famous as Ben Dover. His path in the entertainment world has been very interesting. It includes many different roles and activities. He started as a musician and later became well-known in the adult film industry. Ben Dover's life is truly a story of change and growth.
The Evolution of Ben Dover: Musician to Iconic Porn Star
Ben Dover's story is full of surprising twists. He started out wanting to make music and tried many different types. He worked hard as a drummer and even sang using different names even working with one of the Bay City Rolles. But then, life took him in a different direction.
Some events and random meetings brought him to adult entertainment. Here, he found a place for himself. This change was brave, and he accepted it. In the end, he created a special path and found a kind of success that was all his own.
After several years in music, his career took an unexpected turn. He saw an ad in The Stage newspaper and looked into modelling opportunities. This encounter resulted in him meeting Berth Milton Sr., a prominent individual in the adult magazine industry who is the publisher of Private Magazine and other European explicit publications like Rodox/Color Climax from a Danish company.
Working for Videx Ltd.
In the early 1980s in the UK, Simon Lindsay was busy with his music career when he got involved with Videx Ltd. This company was stepping into the new world of adult video production. It was a time when the industry was facing many legal issues. Under the leadership of Mike Freeman, Videx found itself in the middle of controversy.
Lindsay's work with Videx put him right in the middle of the challenges and risks of the adult film industry. Videx dealt with legal troubles, with raids and arrests happening along the way.
Even though Videx had many challenges, this time was important for Lindsay. It changed how he understood the industry, which he would later impact. He saw how media moved from traditional forms to video and gained valuable experience that helped him in his future work.
Breakthrough and Recognition in the Porn Industry
Honey began creating a new series in the gonzo style in the summer of 1994 under the alias Ben Dover, inspired by a title in John Stagliano's "Buttman" pornography series. From 1995 to 2002, Honey was involved in directing, producing, and appearing in the series, sometimes taking on the roles of cameraman, narrator, and performer, along with actors like Marino Franchi and Pascal White.
Ben Dover
The Ben Dover series took Simon to new levels in the adult entertainment world. His unique filmmaking style, along with his charm and presence on screen, earned him many fans. The series moved away from traditional stories, focusing more on real-life situations and spontaneity. This helped make Dover known as a leader in the industry.
Gonzo Porn
Gonzo pornography is a unique genre that aims to fully engage the viewer by immersing them directly into the scene in pornographic films. This style of adult entertainment often involves a first-person perspective, where the viewer feels like an active participant in the action rather than a passive observer. Gonzo pornographers typically prioritise raw and unscripted performances, creating a sense of realism and intimacy that sets this genre apart from traditional adult films. The intense focus on immediacy and authenticity in gonzo pornography offers viewers a more visceral and immersive experience, appealing to those seeking a more interactive and unfiltered form of adult entertainment.
Television X
Honey participated in the UK Adult Film Shafta Awards in 2008, where she represented Television X and Red Hot TV with Linsey Dawn Mckenzie and other British adult film stars. Television X showcased one of her recent projects, St Teenycums, which received the Best Script award at the UK Adult Film Awards 2008.
Industry Awards
Steve Perry, his directing name, is recognized by HUSTLER magazine as one of the top 50 most influential individuals in the adult industry today. He has received accolades such as Best Gonzo Video and Best Speciality Video for Duke of Knockers 2 at theAVN'Porn Oscars' in Las Vegas. Additionally, he was awarded Best Foreign Video at the Hot D'or adult section of the Cannes Film Festival and Best Selling Video at the '18' awards in London. Furthermore, he was honoured with a Lifetime Achievement award at theSex Maniacs Ball for his illustrious career in the adult industry.
Honey frequently appears on mainstream television, sharing his expertise and entertaining anecdotes from his two-decade-long tenure in the business on documentaries and chat shows.
Honey used to be married to adult actress and model Linzi Drew.
Outside of his Ben Dover character, Simon Honey's personal life crossed with the adult industry through his marriage to Linzi Drew. Drew was well-known as an adult actress and model. Their experience in this unusual field helped them connect in a special way.
In 2017 Honey battled bladder cancer but as of 2024 Ben Dover is well and alive.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are some of Ben Dover's most notable works?
Ben Dover has created some well-known films that are available on DVD in the UK. Some of these titles are "Ben Dover's British Anal Invasion," "Ben Dover's London Calling," and "Ben Dover's Spicy Girls."