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Adult Film Star Files Defamation Lawsuit Against Former Partners
Robert Owen Felt, professionally known as Owen Hawk, a notable figure in the gay adult film industry, has initiated legal action against former associates alleging a severe tarnishing of his reputation through false and extreme claims disseminated via social media. Among these allegations is a shocking assertion that he attempted to harm a dog on a film set by administering methamphetamine.
Felt’s lawsuit, submitted last Friday, details a series of damaging accusations including labels of being a “sex offender,” claims of domestic violence, and assorted fraud-related activities, all of which he categorically denies. The suit argues that these falsehoods have significantly hindered his career, which spans over two decades.
The defendants named in the complaint are Damian Todaro, who operates PPVNetwork, a prominent streaming platform for adult content, and an individual referred to as “Elvis.” Felt asserts that following a professional disagreement last year, they orchestrated a campaign aimed at undermining his career. This situation has reportedly forced him to deplete his retirement savings to manage living expenses and fend off the accusations.
In an interview, Felt shared a stark contrast in his financial situation, revealing that while he earned over $500,000 in 2024, his monthly income has since plummeted to below $1,000, raising fears of impending eviction. He underscored the emotional toll of witnessing his hard-earned brand being dismantled. “It’s been really painful,” he remarked, reflecting on the compounded losses that come with being unable to support himself financially. “It just seems unbelievably unfair that I should have to be in this situation, while people who I considered to be friends get to go on with all the value I created for themselves. In what world is that possibly fair?”
The legal representative for the accused parties, attorney Wesley Mullen, opted not to provide any comments regarding the ongoing litigation.
Felt’s professional journey began in 2005 when he established Dark Alley Media, a company recognized for its expansive library and successful contributions to the adult entertainment sector. He is described in the lawsuit as a public figure who has made commendable strides in reputation and professionalism in the industry, boasting a substantial following on social media.
His industry accolades underline his status, with recent recognition on the Grabby Awards’ “Wall of Fame,” reflecting the respect he has garnered from peers.
For several years, Dark Alley Media has maintained a collaborative relationship with PPVNetwork, wherein Dark Alley provided creative content while PPVNetwork managed web hosting and customer service responsibilities. However, this partnership began to fracture in April 2024 and ultimately disintegrated by November of the same year. The lawsuit asserts that it was after this split that the alleged defamatory campaign commenced.
The complaint cites specific instances of defamation, including posts made on social media which drew attention to Felt’s supposed parole supervision and called into question his sobriety on set. Additionally, anonymous individuals reportedly submitted fraudulent takedown notices to video platforms, damaging Felt’s professional contracts and income.
These notices claimed serious misconduct involving non-consensual acts and attempted to undermine his professional standing by branding him a felon. Even further, allegations included accusations of being a domestic abuser and a fraudster, compounding the severe impact of the defamation.
Felt asserts he was able to trace many of these defamatory comments back to geographical locations close to the homes of Todaro and Elvis, suggesting a targeted campaign against him.
The damages from this alleged campaign culminated in December 2024 when Felt was severed from a lucrative contract with AEBN, directly linking his dismissal to the claims made against him.
As part of his legal action, Felt seeks compensatory and punitive damages determined at trial, along with a motion to prevent Todaro and Elvis from making further defamatory statements in the future.
The defendants now have a limited timeframe to officially respond to the allegations put forth in Felt’s lawsuit.
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