Shane's World Studios has released contract performer Casey Parker, citing "creative and artistic differences." The announcement follows Parker's own disclosure at the AVN Awards show that she was no longer affiliated with the studio.
The news was initially reported on lukeford.com on a Saturday, with Shane's World issuing a formal statement on January 13, 2009. Andrew S., CEO of Shane's World/Hush Hush, stated that the company "felt it was time to go in a new direction."
Details of the Separation
Shane's World Studios, located in Chatsworth, California, confirmed the parting of ways with Casey Parker in a statement released on the afternoon of January 13, 2009. The studio attributed the decision to "creative and artistic differences." Andrew S. also added, "We had a great run. We appreciate everything Casey did to promote the Shane's World name and wish her all the best in her future endeavors."
Casey Parker, described as a blond surfer-girl, made her debut with Shane's World in 2006 in the production Casey Parker is The Girl Next Door. She received a Best New Starlet nomination from AVN in 2007. During that time, she appeared on "The Howard Stern Show" alongside Paulina James to promote the awards. Parker also starred in the Fox Reality series My Bare Lady 2.
The studio underwent an ownership change in December 2007. Following this change, Shane's World announced the renewal of Parker's exclusive contract in April of the following year.
Parker's Perspective and Future Plans
Speaking to AVN from El Salvador, where she was on a surfing trip, Casey Parker addressed the separation. Parker stated, "I love Shane's World, and I always will. We just decided to go in different directions. Things are changing in the business, and these things happen. I got into the industry because of Shane's World, and I thank them for everything they've done."
Regarding her future, Parker indicated that she is not leaving the adult industry. She told AVN, "By no means am I leaving the industry now. I look forward to working for different companies; I would love to do a feature, if someone would have me. I didn't get into the industry for the money; I got into it to explore my sexuality and have a blast!"
Parker also shared plans to begin school in two weeks, where she will be majoring in international studies. She expressed anticipation for exploring her options as a performer within the industry.
Industry Context
The announcement of Parker's departure from Shane's World comes amidst a period of change within the adult entertainment industry. Such shifts in performer contracts and studio directions are not uncommon, as noted by Parker herself. The initial report on lukeford.com, which preceded the official press release by three days, highlighted the informal nature of how such news can sometimes emerge within the community, particularly during events like the AVN Awards show in Las Vegas.
The relationship between Shane's World and Casey Parker had been significant, with Parker being a contract girl for the studio since 2006. Her work with Shane's World included her debut feature and a subsequent contract renewal after the studio's change in ownership. The mutual expressions of appreciation from both Parker and Andrew S. suggest an amicable separation despite the stated "creative and artistic differences."
Key Facts
- Shane's World Studios released contract performer Casey Parker.
- The separation was attributed to "creative and artistic differences."
- Andrew S., CEO of Shane's World/Hush Hush, stated the company felt "it was time to go in a new direction."
- Casey Parker debuted with Shane's World in 2006 in Casey Parker is The Girl Next Door.
- Parker received a Best New Starlet nomination from AVN in 2007 and appeared on "The Howard Stern Show."
- Parker also starred in the Fox Reality series My Bare Lady 2.
- Shane's World renewed Parker's exclusive contract in April after a December 2007 ownership change.
- Parker plans to start school as an international studies major and intends to continue working in the adult industry.
