Adam Ramzi

Biography

Adam Ramzi (born Aram Levon Kirakosian) is an American adult film actor, musician, and mainstream performer known for his diverse creative background. He was born on November 17, 1981, and grew up in eastern Los Angeles County, California, where he embraces his Armenian heritage. Ramzi pursued higher education in the field of mental health, attending graduate school for psychology. While completing his academic studies, his career in the adult entertainment industry began after he was discovered and contacted by Chris Ward, the president of Raging Stallion Studios. Ramzi transitioned into the industry as a bisexual performer and quickly built a recognizable presence through high-profile studio collaborations, eventually moving between Los Angeles and San Francisco for his work. In addition to film, his adult industry work extended to live stage venues, including a featured live performance alongside Kurtis Wolfe at San Francisco's historic Nob Hill Theatre in 2018. Alongside his adult entertainment work, he has maintained a professional practice as a licensed psychologist. Beyond adult cinema, Ramzi has maintained an active presence in mainstream media and the arts: Music: He is a multi-instrumentalist who played the bass guitar for the indie rock band Io Echo, contributing directly to their 2013 debut studio album, Ministry of Love. He continues to write original music and perform covers. Acting: In 2013, he expanded into mainstream digital media by portraying the character Vardan in the critically acclaimed, Emmy-nominated dark comedy web series EastSiders. Advocacy: In October 2023, Ramzi appeared as himself in the documentary Stories Untold: Meet Queer SWANA Sex Workers and Drag Performers, which highlighted the experiences of queer Southwest Asian and North African individuals and debuted at the One Institute's Circa Festival.