Drea de Matteo, the actress who stole our hearts as Adriana La Cerva on HBO's iconic series The Sopranos, is venturing into bold new territory. At 54, de Matteo has joined the ranks of celebrities exploring the world of OnlyFans, sharing her journey with a mix of humor and honesty. Initially, her foray into the platform was a desperate attempt to save her home from foreclosure during challenging times, but it's blossomed into a thriving venture.
“I made $75k in 75 minutes and was able to pay off the lien on my house,” she shares, acknowledging her fan base is largely composed of Sopranos loyalists.
Her decision to join OnlyFans wasn't without reservations. De Matteo admits to feeling "petrified" at first, worried about how it might affect her children and career. However, with the support of her kids, who encouraged her to embrace the platform like other famous names, she took the plunge.
The pandemic and the 2023 SAG-AFTRA strike left many in the entertainment industry scrambling, de Matteo included. Her jump into OnlyFans was not only a financial lifeline but also a chance to explore her autonomy and self-expression. She even recently completed her first nude shoot, something she never considered during her television career, finding it surprisingly liberating.
De Matteo's ventures extend beyond OnlyFans. She's also launched a podcast titled Ultrafree, focusing on themes of curiosity and unity. Her outspoken stance on personal freedom has been a defining trait, even when it led to her agent dropping her for her views on the COVID-19 vaccine.
Drea de Matteo's candid approach to life is refreshing. From her early misconceptions about The Sopranos – thinking it was about opera singers – to her current endeavors, she continues to captivate and surprise. "We tried the left, we tried the right, and now we're back to where we originally were, which is non-voting," she says, emphasizing the importance of unity over division.
With her career taking unexpected turns and her personal projects thriving, de Matteo is proving that age is just a number and autonomy is a journey worth pursuing.