

Who Is Mona Wales?
Mona Wales is a distinguished American performer, director, and model known for her bold presence in ethical porn and feminist erotic cinema. Mona holds a background in philosophy and classical philology from St. John’s College, and even worked as an antiquarian before turning fully to erotic arts.
Early on in her career, Mona lived as a professional dominatrix in Los Angeles, exploring the landscapes of power, submission, and consent. Wikipedia It was in that realm that she grew deeply interested in BDSM themes, which would become a signature element of her work. She entered the adult film world in 2013 at age 28 via performing a debut scene of trans-themed sex content.
Mona’s filmography extends beyond performance: she also directs and produces, frequently working in lesbian and transgender erotic content. In all her work, Mona demands authenticity, consent, and artistic integrity, pushing against exploitative tropes and embracing eroticism as a powerful, liberating form of self-expression.
Watch Mona Wales on ERIKALUST Platform
One of Mona’s standout roles on Erika Lust Films is in the BDSM / voyeurism / masturbation miniseries Safe Word. In this cinematic series, she plays Christie, a theatre director whose life changes when her new neighbor, Mickey Mod, opens doors to her suppressed desires. As her curiosity grows, she explores solo play, fetish scenes, voyeurism, and submissive roleplay.
Another notable appearance is in Girl Friday, an erotic psychological drama inspired by Secretary. Mona plays Olivia, a dominant lawyer whose power and sensuality deeply intrigue her new secretary, Charlie (Lena Anderson). Their evolving dynamic unravels obsession, seduction, and boundaries in a world where control and surrender intertwine.Mona Wales brings her signature strength, nuance, and emotional presence to every Erika Lust film.
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