Sad update on popular porn star Emily Willis after ‘overdose’

The family of a famous adult actress have revealed the 25-year-old is “fighting” after found “unresponsive” while in rehab last month.

The family of a popular porn star left in a “critical condition” after a suspected drug overdose has issued a sad update on her health.

Litzy Lara Banulos, known as Emily Willis, was hospitalised last month after being found “unresponsive” while in a celebrity rehabilitation unit in Malibu. She was getting help for addiction.

Her family has now issued an update on her health after launching a GoFundMe campaign to help cover her medical expenses.

The family of a popular porn star left in a ‘critical condition’ after a suspected drug overdose have issued a sad update on her health. Picture: Matt Winkelmeyer/Getty Images

“With hearts heavier than we ever imagined possible, we find ourselves reaching out for support and care for our beloved Emily Willis — a cherished daughter, sister, and a beacon of light in the lives of all who know her,” the fundraiser reads.

“Recently, Emily’s world, and ours, was turned upside down when she was admitted to the hospital, marking the beginning of an incredibly tough and unforeseen battle.

“With every ounce of her remarkable strength and bravery, Emily is fighting.”

The page goes on to explain Ms Willis’ “path to recovery stretches far ahead of her”, though stated it would not share the intimate details of the adult film star’s “health battle” out of respect to her privacy.

“[Emily] requires lots of care, the weight of this position extends beyond the emotional and physical; it bears down upon us financially,” it stated.

“With mounting medical bills, the necessities of travel, all while the regular flow of life’s expenses continue.”

Emily Willis’ ‘path to recovery stretches far ahead of her’, a GoFundMe page launched recently states. Picture: Ethan Miller/Getty Images

The 25-year-old was taken to a medical facility in Thousand Oaks, California after being found in a critical condition last month, according to the initial report by TMZ.

Ms Willis has worked in the adult film industry since 2017 and is one of the world’s most popular actresses, working mostly with brands like Reality Kings and Evil Angel.

She won the title of female performer at the Adult Video News Awards in 2011, considered the “Oscars of porn” according to the New York Post.

The 25-year-old was in rehab when she was found ‘unresponsive’ and rushed to hospital last month. Picture: Matt Winkelmeyer/Getty Images

In that same year, Ms Willis filed a $5 million defamation lawsuit against two industry rivals, Gianna Dior and Adria Rae. She later received an apology and the suit was dropped in 2022.

She’s also acted in mainstream movies. Last year she appeared in the sci-fi film Divinity which also starred Bella Throne. The movie was premiered at Sundance Film Festival.

Ms Willis has also appeared in a gory Slipknot music video. “So stoked! Thank you [Shawn Crahan] for having me be apart of your project,” she wrote at the time.

The actress has more than 2.2 million follows on Instagram and has interacted with social media stars including Mike Majlak and David Dobrik.

Her fans expressed concern online, with one writing: “Wish you a healing and speedy recovery Emily.”

“Hi darling, I hope your going to be OK,” another added.

“Emily, get well soon Princess. I know it’s hard, but feel the love of your people. God bless,” a fan wrote.