Mia Khalifa: From
adult film stardom
to being fired by
Playboy over
Israel-Hamas views

Produced by: Pranav Dixit
Designed by: Manoj Kumar

Mia Khalifa sparked outrage after emphatically expressing support for Hamas following its surprise attack on Israel — even urging members of the terrorist group to “flip their phones and film” their incursion on Israel “horizontally.”

Mia Khalifa on Israel-Hamas Conflict

Playboy ended its association with former adult film actress Mia Khalifa. In a message sent to the Playboy Creator Community, the company stated that it had severed all ties with Mia due to her comments related to Hamas' attack on Israel, which they found "inappropriate and offensive."

Playboy Fires Mia Khalifa

Mia Khalifa has also been fired from a podcast deal with Canada-based podcaster and radio host Todd Shapiro over her support for Palestine in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas.

Mia Khalifa Podcast
Deal Canned

Born on February 10, 1993, in Beirut, Lebanon, Mia Khalifa moved to the United States with her family at a young age.

Mia Khalifa’s Early Life

She grew up in a conservative household and later attended the University of Texas, where she graduated with a degree in history.

Mia Khalifa’s Education

Mia Khalifa's foray into the adult film industry was relatively brief, spanning from late 2014 to early 2015.

Mia Khalifa’s Career in Adult
Entertainment

Mia Khalifa's decision to enter the adult film industry was met with significant controversy, especially in her home country of Lebanon.

Mia Khalifa’s Controversy

Since leaving the adult entertainment industry, Mia Khalifa has focused on other pursuits. She has been active on social media, where she often shares her opinions on various topics, including sports.

Mia Khalifa’s Life After Adult Entertainment

Mia Khalifa has used her platform to support various charitable causes. She has been involved in fundraising efforts for organizations like The Children's Hospital in Los Angeles and the Lebanese Red Cross.

Mia Khalifa Philanthropy and Activism

In interviews and social media posts, Mia Khalifa has spoken about her experiences and personal growth since leaving the adult industry. She has expressed regret over some of her decisions during that period but also used her experiences as an opportunity for self-reflection.

Personal Growth and Reflection

Mia Khalifa has also been an advocate for mental health awareness. She has shared her struggles with mental health issues and encouraged others to seek help and support.

Mia Khalifa's Advocacy for Mental Health