Erica Boyer was an American actress best known for her work in adult films and live sex shows. Born Amanda Margaret Gantt on December 22, 1956, she gained fame for her roles in various erotic films throughout the late 20th century.
Personal and Family Life
Erica Boyer was born in Andalusia, Alabama, into a strict family. Her father, Joseph Breckenridge Gantt, was a former attorney general for Alabama. She experienced a traumatic event in her early teens that deeply affected her life. Boyer was married twice and had a son named Davis, born in March 1995.
Career
She started her career in the late 1970s in San Francisco, initially performing in live shows. Erica made her film debut in “Beyond De Sade” in 1979, which launched her career in the adult entertainment industry. Over two decades, she appeared in over 150 films and was recognized with awards for her performances, particularly in lesbian scenes. Boyer took a break in 1994 and made a short return before retiring permanently to focus on other ventures, including massage therapy.
Death and Legacy
Erica Boyer tragically died on December 31, 2009, after being struck by a hit-and-run driver while walking in Panama City Beach, Florida. She was only 53 years old at the time of her death. Boyer’s contributions to the adult film industry earned her a place in both the AVN and XRCO Halls of Fame, securing her legacy as a notable figure in erotic cinema.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Rio Heat | 1987-01-29 | Janice |
| Barbara the Barbarian | 1987-10-26 | Ophiria |
| Coffee, Tea or Me | 1983-01-01 | Erica |
| Aunt Peg’s Fulfillment | 1981-04-03 | Erica |
| Backside to the Future | 1986-04-20 | Elizabeth |
| Nothing to Hide | 1981-07-01 | Karenda |
| Campus Capers | 1982-12-15 | Erica |
| Black Throat | 1985-12-12 | Oil Girl |
| Holly Does Hollywood | 1985-12-20 | |
| Honeymooners | 1987-12-20 | |
| Open Up Tracy | 1984-12-21 |