I was shocked and devastated upon waking up this morning to the sad news that renowned adult film star and friend, Herschel Savage, has passed away.
His extraordinary contributions to the adult entertainment industry, and memorable performances with myself and an almost endless list of other female performers, will forever be cherished by his fans worldwide.
Amber Lynn and Herschel Savage’s Scenes Together
We started working together in 1985, and had quite a busy year which helped us get to know each other, having scenes together in Trashy Lady, Love Button, Marina Heat, and Amber’s Desires.
He was hands down one of my very most favorite costars to perform with on screen, and I’m unaware of any actresses who did not also look forward to his professionalism and respectfulness on and off the set.
More About Herschel Savage
Herschel, born Harvey Cohen on November 25, 1952, was a Brooklyn boy through and through. An alumnus of Brooklyn College, his career trajectory took a detour when he was introduced to the world of adult cinema in the early 1980s. Initially, Harvey pursued a career in teaching, but the allure of the film industry and its vibrant, burgeoning scene soon captivated him, leading to a shift he never regretted. Because, in the golden age, who would have?
He appeared in over 1,000 films (not including compilations), and established himself as a legendary figure in the industry. His on-screen charisma, coupled with his ability to deliver performances that were both powerful and genuine, helped him leave an indelible mark. Imagine that – a porn actor who could actually… act!
Involved in various ways for over three decades, during which he was nominated for numerous awards, he won the AVN (Adult Video News) Award for Best Supporting Actor in 1988 for his performance in Amanda By Night II. Despite retiring from acting in the late 2000s, his legacy continues to resonate within the industry.
The memory of Herschel Savage will continue to inspire and influence future generations in the adult entertainment world. We had been in touch quite a bit recently, for which I am grateful, and I thank goodness for his friendship, advice and support over the many years we knew and worked together.
Herschel – I love and will miss you. May you rest in the greatest of peace.
Herschel Savage Cause of Death
I’ve been asked this a few times, so here’s what we know. An official cause of death has not been released, and probably won’t be. Last year in 2022, however, he suffered a major heart attack. So it stand to reason that Herschel’s cause of death may have been heart-related.
What a great man, and what a loss. Such a sharp sense of humor, too. He could have kept them rolling in the aisles of comedy clubs everywhere – but I doubt he had any regrets about his chosen professional path. Thanks, Amber.