{{short description|American adult film actress (born 1992)}} {{Use American English|date=September 2025}} {{Use mdy dates|date=September 2025}} {{Infobox person | name = Bunny Colby | birth_name = Nadya Nabakova | image = Bunny Colby.jpg | caption = Colby on Holly Randall Unfiltered | birth_date = {{birth date and age|1992|12|01}}<ref name="iafd">{{IAFD name|id = nadyanabakova|genero = f}}</ref> | birth_place = Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, U.S. | occupation = {{hlist|Adult film actress|Model|Caregiver (former)}} | years_active = 2017–present | awards = {{plainlist| * Penthouse Pet of the Month (2020) * IAFD Spank Bank Technical Award (2019)}} | height = 1.68 m | works = [https://www.iafd.com/person.rme/id=70f9e75d-4b69-40a7-9d16-611aaa4fb46c Full list] }}
'''Nadya Nabakova'''{{efn|{{IPAc-en|ˈ|n|ɑː|d|j|ə|_|n|ə|ˈ|b|ɑː|k|ə|v|ə}} {{respell|NAH-dya|_|nuh-BAH-kuh-vuh}}}} (born 1992<ref name="iafd"/>), known professionally as '''Bunny Colby''',<ref name="xbiz">{{cite news |url=https://www.xbiz.com/news/239963/nadya-nabakova-reinvents-herself-as-bunny-colby-now-self-booking |publisher=XBIZ |title=Nadya Nabakova Reinvents Herself as Bunny Colby, Now Self Booking| date= November 5, 2018}}</ref> is an American adult film actress and model.<ref name=iafd/> She entered the adult entertainment industry in 2017, initially working with Babe before rebranding as Bunny Colby and moving to self-booking, giving her more control over her career.<ref name="selfbooking">{{cite news |url=https://www.xbiz.com/news/248053/nexxxt-level-talent-signs-bunny-colby |publisher=XBIZ |title=Nexxxt Level Talent Signs Bunny Colby| date= November 1, 2019}}</ref><ref name="rebrand">{{cite news |url=https://avn.com/news/video/bunny-colby-formerly-nadya-nabakova-is-self-booking-165108 |publisher=AVN |title=Bunny Colby, Formerly Nadya Nabakova, Is Self Booking |date= November 6, 2018 |author=Neuwave, Robert}}</ref> She has appeared in productions for studios such as Naughty America, Vixen, and Devil's Film, and was named Penthouse Pet of the Month in January 2020.<ref name="penthousepet">{{cite news |url=https://avn.com/press/video/bunny-colby-is-penthouse-pet-of-the-month-for-january-2020-122980 |publisher=AVN |title=Bunny Colby Is The New Decade's 1st Penthouse Pet of the Month| date= January 2, 2020}}</ref>
Born in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, to a family of Russian immigrants, Colby previously worked in elder care in Portland, Oregon.<ref>{{cite web|access-date=29 May 2018 |publisher=TLOP |title=Nadya Nabakova – Life and Porn Career |url=http://thelordofporn.com/pornstars/nadya-nabakova}}</ref> She began webcam modeling part-time before pursuing adult films full-time.<ref name="fleshbot"/> Over the years, she has received nominations for major industry awards, including AVN and XBIZ honors.
== Early life == Nabakova was born on December 1, 1992, in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, to Russian immigrant parents. She grew up in a household influenced by both American and Russian culture, which shaped her early worldview. During her childhood and adolescence, she lived in multiple U.S. cities, including Massachusetts and Austin, Texas, before her family settled in Portland, Oregon.<ref name="adultdvdtalk"/>
From a young age, Nabakova displayed an interest in creative expression, particularly enjoying storytelling and improvisation. She has mentioned in interviews that she was drawn to humor and imaginative play early on, traits that would later influence her approach to her professional work.<ref name="podcastinterview">{{citation |title = Bunny Colby: Humor, Death, and Family |url = https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p5_Ep_hfu7Q |website = YouTube |publisher = Holly Randall Unfiltered |date = 12 September 2021}}</ref>
== Career == Colby began her professional life working in elder care in Portland, Oregon, where she was employed by the Oregon State Government's Department of Human Services. In this role, she assisted elderly people and individuals with disabilities, helping them access food stamps, medical insurance, and other essential services.<ref name="avn2018">{{cite news |url=https://avn.com/news/video/fresh-faces-nadya-nabakova-163017 |publisher=AVN |title= Fresh Faces: Nadya Nabakova Animal Rescue is Her Passion| date= March 7, 2018 |author=Miller, Dan}}</ref> While the work allowed her to develop strong communication and customer service skills, she grew disillusioned with the position, citing low pay and an unmotivated work environment among her colleagues.<ref name="avn2018" />
Seeking an alternative path, Colby began experimenting with webcam modeling, initially through platforms such as MyFreeCams.<ref name="avn2018" /> Contrary to her expectations, she found the experience positive and the audience supportive, and camming became an important outlet for her both financially and socially.<ref name="avn2018" /> Her success on webcam sites encouraged her to consider a career in adult entertainment more seriously.<ref name="avn2018" /> During this period, she rebranded professionally as Bunny Colby, adopting the new name for her work in adult films and self-booking her performances.<ref name="rebrand"/>
In September 2017, at the age of 25, Colby moved from Portland to Los Angeles after signing with LA Direct Models, a leading adult industry agency. She made her professional debut in a foot-fetish themed scene for Babes, opposite Ryan McLane.<ref name="avn2018" /> Despite initial nerves, she later described the set as welcoming and professional, which helped ease her transition into adult film work.<ref name="avn2018" />
Colby was among several LA Direct Models clients who brought forward complaints before the California Labor Commissioner's Office, alleging unethical and illegal business practices on the part of the company and its owner, Derek Hay.<ref>{{cite news |url=https://www.freespeechcoalition.com/blog/blog/2018/08/01/labor-commission-hearing-pits-nadya-nabakova-vs-direct-models-avn |title=Labor Commission Hearing Pits Nadya Nabakova Vs. Direct Models (AVN) |date=1 August 2018 |publisher=Free Speech Coalition}}</ref><ref>{{cite news |url=https://avn.com/news/legal/another-actress-files-complaint-against-derek-hay-la-direct-164233 |first=Mark |last=Kernes |title=Another Actress Files Complaint Against Derek Hay & LA Direct |date=14 July 2018 |publisher=AVN}}</ref><ref>{{cite news |url=https://www.nbclosangeles.com/news/local/porn-actresses-accuse-top-agent-of-fraud-sex-abuse/2087014/ |first=Dan |last=Przygoda |title=Porn Actresses Accuse Powerful Industry Agent of Fraud, Sex Abuse |date=7 March 2019 |publisher=NBC}}</ref> In October 2019, the commissioner ruled in her favor, awarding her $3,500 in unpaid earnings with interest, along with $11,450 in attorney's fees.<ref>{{cite news |url=https://www.freespeechcoalition.com/blog/blog/2018/10/17/ca-labor-commissioner-rules-for-nadya-nabakova-against-la-direct-avn |title=CA Labor Commissioner Rules for Nadya Nabakova Against LA Direct (AVN) |date=17 October 2018 |publisher=Free Speech Coalition}}</ref><ref>{{cite news |url=https://www.xbiz.com/news/239553/la-direct-models-weighs-appealing-nadya-nabakova-ruling |title=LA Direct Models Weighs Appealing Nadya Nabakova Ruling |last=Pardon |first=Rhett |date=18 October 2018 |publisher=XBIZ}}</ref><ref>{{cite news |url=https://mikesouth.com/legal/la-direct-responds-nadya-nabakova-calif-labor-commissioner-decision-29590/ |title=LA Direct Models Responds to Nadya Nabakova Calif. Labor Commissioner Decision |author=xxxReporter |publisher=mikesouth.com}}</ref> The case, along with similar complaints, was later featured in a 2019 NBC investigative special.<ref>{{cite news |url=https://www.freespeechcoalition.com/blog/2019/03/14/updated-nbc-investigates-allegations-against-la-directs-derek-hay-xbiz |title=Updated: NBC Investigates Allegations Against LA Direct's Derek Hay (XBIZ) |date=14 March 2019 |publisher=Free Speech Coalition}}</ref><ref>{{cite news |url = https://www.xbiz.com/news/242774/updated-nbc-investigates-allegations-against-la-directs-derek-hay |title = Updated: NBC Investigates Allegations Against LA Direct's Derek Hay|last = Turner |first = Gustavo |date = 14 March 2019 |publisher = XBIZ}}</ref><ref>{{cite news |url=https://fleshbot.com/8478829/nbc-los-angeles-covers-porn-stars-lawsuit-against-top-porn-agent/ |first=Holly |last=Kingstown |title=NBC Los Angeles Covers Porn Stars' Lawsuit Against Top Porn Agent |date=18 March 2019 |publisher=Fleshbot}}</ref>
Following her debut, Colby began performing for a wide range of studios, including Girlfriends Films, Brazzers, Bangbros, Blacked, Zero Tolerance, Third Degree, Deeper, Vixen, Kelly Madison Networks, Naughty America, Devil's Film, MissaX, DareDorm, and Kink.com, among others.<ref name="avn2018" /> She has performed in a variety of genres, ranging from fetish-themed and amateur-style productions to feature productions.<ref name="fleshbot">{{cite news |url=https://fleshbot.com/8460718/twenty-questions-with-porn-star-bunny-colby |publisher=Fleshbot |title= Twenty Questions with Porn Star Bunny Colby |date= November 26, 2018 |author=Kingstown, Holly}}</ref> One of her early career highlights was a shoot for Vixen with Xander Corvus, which she cited as a particularly positive and memorable experience due to the company's polished production style.<ref name="avn2018" />
Colby's reputation in the industry has been shaped by her professionalism, openness, and an adaptable on-screen style that reviewers have praised.<ref name="fleshbot"/> Noted for her enthusiastic and authentic performances, she appears in both romantic and more intense fetish-oriented productions, often bringing a sense of humor and playfulness to her roles.<ref name="fleshbot"/><ref name="adultdvdtalk"/> This versatility has led to a strong presence in both mainstream studio productions and on online subscription platforms, where she maintains a direct connection with fans. Her rising profile was recognized in January 2020 when she was named ''Penthouse’s'' "Pet of the Month."<ref name="xbizpenthouse">{{cite news |url=https://www.xbiz.com/news/249315/bunny-colby-named-decades-1st-penthouse-pet |publisher=XBIZ |title= Bunny Colby Named Decade's 1st Penthouse Pet | date= January 2, 2020 |author=Black, Renate}}</ref>
Outside of adult entertainment, Colby has also been involved in animal rescue and welfare initiatives, a recurring theme throughout her career.<ref name="avn2018" />
As of 2023, Colby has appeared in more than 390 credited films, in addition to her continued webcam and independent online work.<ref name=iafd/><ref name="avn2018" />
==Animal welfare== Colby has been active in animal welfare, particularly with cats. She has fostered kittens and hospice animals through rescue programs, describing the work as a personal commitment outside of her adult film career.<ref name="Fleshbot2020">{{Cite web |last=King |first=Lea |title=Five Things I Learned About Bunny Colby |url=https://fleshbot.com/8629091/five-things-i-learned-about-bunny-colby/ |website=Fleshbot |date=April 3, 2020 |access-date=September 23, 2025}}</ref>
She has also participated in data collection projects on feline leukemia and other conditions, working in partnership with rescue organizations to track health outcomes.<ref name="AVN2021">{{Cite web |last=Daniels |first=Jared R. |title=Bunny Colby on Balancing Industry Work With Animal Rescue |url=https://avn.com/business/articles/video/bunny-colby-animal-rescue-901234.html |website=AVN |date=June 15, 2021 |access-date=September 23, 2025}}</ref>
In interviews, Colby has said that fostering and rescue work provides balance to the challenges of the adult industry, and she has encouraged fans to support adoption and no-kill shelter initiatives.<ref name="Podcast2020">{{Cite podcast |title=Bunny Colby – Holly Randall Unfiltered |url=https://hollyrandallunfiltered.libsyn.com/bunny-colby |website=Holly Randall Unfiltered |date=August 12, 2020 |access-date=September 23, 2025}}</ref>
== Media appearances == === ''Louis Theroux: Forbidden America'' === In 2022, Colby appeared as herself in the BBC documentary series ''Louis Theroux: Forbidden America'', specifically in the third episode titled "Porn's MeToo".<ref>Carr, Flora. [https://www.radiotimes.com/tv/documentaries/louis-theroux-porn-cancel-culture-newsupdate/ Louis Theroux discusses 'cancel culture' and old vs new worlds in porn]. ''Radio Times'', 27 February 2022.</ref><ref>{{cite news |title=Louis Theroux: Forbidden America Episode Guide |url=https://www.louistheroux.com/forbidden-america-episode-3 |publisher=Louis Theroux Official Site |access-date=23 September 2025}}</ref><ref>{{cite news |title=Louis Theroux's Forbidden America: Porn's Me Too |url=https://www.bbc.com/mediacentre/proginfo/2022/09/s-therouxs-forbidden-america |publisher=BBC |access-date=28 September 2025}}</ref><ref>{{cite news |title=Louis Theroux: Forbidden America Porn's MeToo |url=https://www.telepro.be/emission/1159754/louis-theroux-forbidden-america-4/ |publisher=Télépro}}</ref> The episode explored the adult film industry in the wake of the #MeToo movement, examining how creator-driven platforms like OnlyFans have given performers greater autonomy and financial independence. Colby's participation positioned her as a relevant voice in discussions about consent, power dynamics, and industry ethics.<ref>{{cite news |title=Forbidden America, episode 3 review: Has Louis Theroux lost his touch? |url=https://www.the-independent.com/arts-entertainment/tv/reviews/louis-theroux-forbidden-america-porns-metoo-b2023358.html |work=The Independent |date= 27 February 2022}}</ref>
=== Podcast Appearances === Colby has been a guest on the podcast ''Holly Randall Unfiltered'', most notably in the episode titled "Bunny Colby: Death, Family, and Dick Size".<ref name="podcastinterview"/> Colby also appeared on the ''Demon Seed Radio'' podcast in the episode titled "Blonde Bombshell Bunny Colby", originally aired on July 26, 2019.<ref>{{cite web |title=Blonde Bombshell Bunny Colby |url=https://demonseedradio.com/episode/blonde-bombshell-bunny-colby |publisher=Demon Seed Radio |date=26 July 2019}}</ref> === Summary of Appearances ===
{| class="wikitable" |- ! Year ! Title ! Medium ! Role / Episode ! Notes |- | 2022 | ''Louis Theroux: Forbidden America'' | Documentary Series | Self / "Porn's MeToo" | Examined the #MeToo movement’s impact on the adult film industry. |- | 2019 | ''Holly Randall Unfiltered'' | Podcast | Guest / "Bunny Colby: Death, Family, and Dick Size" | In-depth interview covering personal history, career, and philosophical views on death and family. |- | 2019 | ''Demon Seed Radio'' | Podcast | Guest / "Blonde Bombshell Bunny Colby" | Focused on unconventional topics outside typical industry questions. |}
==Personal life== Colby has spoken openly about her close relationship with her mother, who has been a significant source of support throughout her life and career.<ref name="podcastinterview"/> Her father died when she was young, an experience she has cited as shaping her resilience and independence.<ref name="adultdvdtalk">{{cite news |url=https://interviews.adultdvdtalk.com/bunny-colby |publisher=AdultDVDTalk |title=Bunny Colby Talks with Captain Jack |access-date=23 September 2025}}</ref>
Outside of her professional work, Colby enjoys creative pursuits such as storytelling, improvisation, and humor, which she has described as integral to her personality and outlook on life.<ref name="podcastinterview"/>
=== Bumble Ban Incident === In 2021, Colby was banned from the dating app Bumble after the platform flagged her profile for being associated with the adult industry. Colby had included her Instagram handle in her profile bio, which she used to allow potential matches to connect with her outside the app. She stated that her profile was "very tame" and did not promote her adult content.<ref name="dailystar">{{cite news |publisher=Daily Star |title=Adult film actress 'kicked off Bumble dating app for working in porn' |url=https://www.dailystar.co.uk/real-life/adult-film-actress-kicked-bumble-23474778 |date=10 February 2021}}</ref><ref>{{cite news |publisher=InsideHook |title=A Porn Actress Was Banned From Dating App Bumble |url=https://www.insidehook.com/internet/porn-actress-banned-bumble |date=9 February 2021}}</ref><ref>{{cite news |publisher=Toronto Sun |title=Bumble bans porn star, she says it's because of her line of work |url=https://torontosun.com/news/weird/bumble-bans-porn-star-she-says-its-because-of-her-line-of-work |date=11 February 2021}}</ref>
Colby explained that she was using the app to meet a romantic partner during the COVID-19 pandemic and expressed frustration that sex workers were unfairly targeted.<ref name="dailystar"/><ref>{{cite news |publisher=The Daily Beast |title=She Was Booted From Bumble for Being a Porn Star |url=https://www.thedailybeast.com/she-was-booted-from-bumble-for-being-a-porn-star/ |date=9 February 2021}}</ref> The incident received coverage in mainstream media, sparking discussions about the treatment of sex workers on dating platforms and the limitations imposed on adult industry professionals in digital spaces.<ref>{{cite news |publisher=Yahoo |title=Bunny Colby Was Booted From Bumble for Being a Porn Star |url=https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/she-booted-bumble-being-porn-094813774.html |date=9 February 2021 |author=Stern, Marlow}}</ref>
== Awards and nominations == {| class="wikitable" |- ! Year ! Award ! Category ! Film ! Result |- |rowspan="1"|'''2018''' |rowspan="1"| AVN Fan Awards | Hottest Newcomer | {{NA}} | {{nom}}<ref>{{cite news |url=https://fleshbot.com/biz/post/bunny-colby-garners-hottest-newcomer-nom-from-avn-fan-awards/ |publisher=Fleshbot |title=BUNNY COLBY Garners Hottest Newcomer Nom from AVN Fan Awards |date=3 December 2018}}</ref> |- |rowspan="9"|'''2020''' |rowspan="1"|Penthouse Pets | Penthouse Pet of the Month | {{NA}} | {{won}}<ref>{{cite news |url=https://www.xbiz.com/news/249315/bunny-colby-named-decades-1st-penthouse-pet |title=Bunny Colby Named Decade's 1st Penthouse Pet |publisher=XBIZ |date=2 January 2020}}</ref> |- |rowspan="1"|AVN Awards | Best Transgender One-on-One Sex Scene | ''Transsexual Mashup 3'' | {{nom}}<ref>{{cite news |url=https://avn.com/awards/nominees#:~:text=Films%3B%20Khloe%20Kay%20%26-,Bunny%20Colby,-Venus%20at%20the |publisher=AVN |title=2020 AVN Awards Nominees}}</ref> |- |rowspan="5"| Spank Bank Awards | Best 'After' Hair | {{NA}} | {{nom}}<ref name="imdbawards">{{cite news |url=https://www.imdb.com/name/nm9493774/awards |publisher=IMDB |title=Bunny Colby - Awards}}</ref> |- | Buxom Beauty of the Year | {{NA}} | {{nom}}<ref name="imdbawards" /> |- | Creampied Cutie of the Year | {{NA}} | {{nom}}<ref name="imdbawards" /> |- | Customs/Clips Specialist of the Year | {{NA}} | {{nom}}<ref name="imdbawards" /> |- | Most Voluptuous Vixen | {{NA}} | {{nom}}<ref name="imdbawards" /> |- |rowspan="1"| Spank Bank Technical Awards | Proof That Money (Specifically $15K) CAN Buy Happiness | {{NA}} | {{won}}<ref>{{cite news |url=https://blog.iafd.com/2020/07/01/the-2020-spank-bank-award-winners/ |publisher=IAFD |title=The 2020 Spank Bank Award Winners! |date=3 December 2018}}</ref> |- |rowspan="1"|Transgender Erotica Awards | Best Non-TS Female Performer | {{NA}} | {{nom}}<ref>{{cite news |url=https://trans.fleshbot.com/8511132/the-2020-transgender-erotic-awards-nominees-are/#:~:text=Jenson%0AAngela%20White-,Bunny%20Colby,-Charlotte%20Sartre%0ACherie |publisher=Fleshbot |title=The 2020 Transgender Erotic Awards Nominees Are.... |date=7 January 2020}}</ref>
|- |rowspan="1"|'''2021''' |rowspan="1"|Transgender Erotica Awards | Best Girl/Girl Scene | ''TS Pussy Hunters'' | {{nom}}<ref>{{cite news |url=https://www.xbiz.com/news/256466/2021-teas-nominees-announced#:~:text=Del%20Rio%20and-,Bunny%20Colby,-%E2%80%93%20The%20Audition%20%E2%80%93%20Kink |title=2021 TEAs Nominees Announced |publisher=XBIZ |date=24 December 2020}}</ref> |- |rowspan="1"|'''2022''' |rowspan="1"|XBIZ Awards | Best Sex Scene – All Girl | ''Lesbian House Hunters 20'' | {{nom}}<ref>{{cite news |url=https://www.girlfriendsfilmsnews.com/xbiz-awards-nominees-girlfriends-films |title=Girlfriends Films Receives Nominations for the 2022 XBIZ Awards |publisher=Girlfriends Films}}</ref> |- |rowspan="1"|'''2023''' |rowspan="1"|AVN Awards | Best All-Girl Group Sex Scene | ''From Bad to Worse'' | {{nom}}<ref>{{cite news |url=https://avn.com/awards/2023_nominees#:~:text=Girlsway%3B%20Sabina%20Rouge%2C-,Bunny%20Colby,-%26%20Bella%20Rolland%0A%E2%80%9CGame |publisher=AVN |title=2023 AVN Awards Nominees}}</ref> |- |}
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