Hélène Boudreau, otherwise known as “Iamhely” in the business, is a popular adult film actress known for her captivating performances and alluring on-screen presence.
Hailing from Canada, Boudreau rose to fame after “the gummy bear incident” while she was doing a live show for her subscribers, though she had already claimed the spotlight back in 2021 due to her saucy graduation pictures from Université du Québec à Montréal (UQàM), despite not having yet completed her degree in Visual and Media Arts.
In the meantime, however, she did finish her studies and couldn’t be happier, as shared on her official Instagram account, having stuck it to all the haters who claimed she’d never amount to anything.
Within the adult entertainment industry, she eventually worked her way to recognition through her work in full porn videos as an exclusive performer for Bang!, a digital porn movie platform, playing a pivotal role in the company’s success and becoming a fan favorite while simultaneously contributing to the growth of their (hers and the platform’s) online community.
Fortunately for us, we had the chance to speak to Hélène just a while back to get a first-person account of her personal life and her thoughts on her growing career as a pornstar, and she couldn’t have been sweeter. Take a look:
How did you first get interested in the adult film industry, and what inspired you to pursue a career in it?
I had been in school for graphic design, but I started camming to earn some money while I was in school. I kind of accidentally got famous with the gummy bear incident, where I was putting them in my ass, and then they kind of spilled out, and then my fans wanted to see them more and more. I kept taking more steps into the industry, and here I am!
What was your first experience like on set, and how did you feel about your first full porn video?
It was so great! Bang! was more than accommodating. I felt beyond comfortable, and it was great to be on a professional set. They treated me like a star, and I couldn’t be happier with the final product.
What do you enjoy most about your work in the adult film industry, and what do you find challenging or difficult?
I love the beautiful people I get to work with! It’s great being able to do something I love and make money from it. The most difficult part is maybe keeping up with the requests and making content. I’m grateful that people want to see me, just need to keep up with the demands!
Can you describe your typical day on set when you are recording full porn videos?
I usually start with an idea, try to think it out, and plan it. Then, I start getting ready with my makeup and pick out my outfit!
How do you handle criticism or negative comments about your work and stay positive and confident in your job?
Luckily, I don’t get too many negative comments, and I always appreciate kind words from my fans!
What do you think are some of the misconceptions people have about the adult film industry, and how do you try to educate others about the realities of the job?
Hmm… I think people carry a stigma about porn and think all talent is not smart or do a lot of drugs. I have a college education and barely even drink.
What advice would you give to someone who is interested in pursuing a career in the adult film industry, and what are some of the most important skills or qualities you think are necessary to succeed in this field?
You have to realize that it’s a grind, you have to hustle and keep at it. Also helps to be creative and do something that stands out and is different from everyone else. It’s actual work and you have to stay engaged with your fans!
What are your future goals and aspirations for your career in the adult film industry, and how do you plan to continue growing and evolving as a performer?
Just hope to keep growing my fan base and become bigger!