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Ronald Pearson
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Ronald Pearson | |
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| Born | Ronald L. Pearson October 10, 1959 Berkeley, California, U.S. |
| Died | December 10, 2001 (aged 42) San Francisco, U.S. |
| Other names | Ron Pearson |
| Education | College Park High School |
| Alma mater | City College of San Francisco |
| Occupations |
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| Years active | 1980–2001 |
| Agent | Falcon Studios |
Ronald Pearson (born Ronald L. Pearson: October 10, 1959 – December 10, 2001), known professionally as Ron Pearson, was an American pornographic actor, director, and producer in the gay adult film industry during the 1980s.[1] Known for his athletic build and "all-American" appeal, he was a major star for Falcon Studios before founding his own production house Celsius Productions, a studio active during the peak of the "Golden Age" of gay adult cinema.[2]
Early life and education
[edit]Ronald L. Pearson was born in Berkeley, California and raised in Pleasant Hill.[3] He attended Pleasant Hill Elementary and College Park High School.[3] During his teenage years, he lived and studied in Belgium for two years before returning to the East Bay. After high school, he graduated from City College of San Francisco.[3] He moved to San Francisco permanently in 1978.[3]
Career
[edit]Pearson's career began in 1980 when he was discovered by legendary director J. Brian at a jock-strap contest at the San Francisco nightclub The EndUp.[3] J. Brian offered him his first role in the film Flashbacks (1980), which became a significant hit.[3]
He subsequently appeared in Falcon Studios' Style (1982).[4] The film's massive success turned many of its performers, including Pearson, into industry stars.[5] Leveraging his success in Style, Pearson began marketing himself by selling professional photo sets.[6] He sought financial backing and co-founded Pegasus Productions with actor Tim Kramer.[7]
He later established Celsius Productions, where he focused on high-quality production values.[8] Notable works under this label include Bad Habits (1983), which featured the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence, a renowned queer performance and protest group.[3]
Following a difficult working relationship and subsequent breakup with Kramer, Pearson bought out his partner's interest.[3] Lacking an immediate marketing plan for their first film, Pegasus, he sold the distribution rights to William Higgins.[3] He eventually transitioned his efforts into his own studio, Celsius Productions, where he produced and directed his own content.[9] In 1985, he won the XRCO Award for Best Actor for the film Hot on the Trail.[10] Directed by J.D. Cadinot and released through William Higgins, the film was a major commercial success and further cemented Pearson's reputation as a premier talent in the industry.[11]
Personal life
[edit]Pearson was known for his fierce independence and a "master plan" for his life.[8] He was a member of the Freewheelers, a gay car club for vintage automobile enthusiasts.[8] An avid traveler, he toured the United States in a custom-tailored RV and visited every continent except Antarctica.[8] He was also a dedicated collector of stamps and coins and spent many summers at the Russian River.[8]
Death
[edit]Pearson died at his home in San Francisco on December 10, 2001, at the age of 42 due to complications from AIDS.[12] A memorial service was held at the San Francisco Columbarium, where he is interred.[12] He was survived by four sisters and his two dogs, Shannon and Smoky.[12]
Filmography
[edit]Film
[edit]| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | Flashbacks | Ron | Debut |
| 1981 | Style | Ron | |
| 1981 | Flashbacks: The Jock Strap Contest Film | Jaden | |
| 1982 | Pegasus | Fred | |
| 1983 | Bad Habits | Ron | [13] |
| 1984 | One, Two, Three... | Matt | |
| 1985 | Hot on the Trail | Ron Pearson | |
| 1985 | Night Flight | Chris | |
| 1985 | Sighs (also known as Lovers & Friends) | Ron | [14] |
| 1987 | Alone: And in Heat | Handsome Guy | |
| 1987 | Winners | Athletic Boy | |
| 1987 | Pegasus 2: Hot To Trot | Fred | [15] |
| 1988 | Perfect Summer | Ronald | [16] |
| 2002 | Young Men of the 80's 2 | Ron | Posthumous release |
| 2005 | Pump This | Ron | Posthumous release |
| 2008 | The Best of Leo Ford vs. Kurt Marshall | Ron | Posthumous release |
| 2011 | Falcon 40th Anniversary Collector's Edition | Ron | Posthumous release |
| 2013 | Blue Collar Balling | Ron | Posthumous release |
| 2021 | Falcon Icons: The 1980s | Ron | Posthumous release |
Awards and nominations
[edit]| Award ceremony | Year | Category | Nominee / Work | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| X-Rated Critics Organization | 1985 | Best Actor | Hot On The Trail | Won | [10] |
References
[edit]- ^ "20 MEN Models Bare Their Assets" Men of Advocate Men. Liberation Publications. 1989. p. 48.
- ^ "Ron Pearson" All American Man. Liberation Publications, Inc. 1989. p. 10.
- ^ a b c d e f g h i "Ron Pearson: The Business of Exhibitionism" Stallion Vol. 4 No. 4. Stallion Publications, Inc. 1985. p. 66.
- ^ "Ron Pearson Talks!" Studflix Vol. 2 No. 4. Hudson Communications Group. 1984. p. 34.
- ^ "Come On" Playguy Vol. 11 No. 6. Modernismo Publications, Ltd. 1987. p. 41.
- ^ "Behind the Scenes" Studflix Vol. 2 No. 4. Hudson Communications Group. 1984. p. 12.
- ^ "Famous Faces & Famous Asses" Studflix Vol. 3 No. 3. Hudson Communications Group. 1984. p. 39.
- ^ a b c d e "Portfolio of 16 Erotica Stars" Men of Advocate Men. Liberation Publications, Inc. 1989. p. 48.
- ^ "Behind the Camera: Steven Scarborough" Manshots Vol. 8 No. 7. FirstHand Ltd. 1996. p. 66.
- ^ a b "XRCO award winners". XRCO. Archived from the original on October 7, 2007.
- ^ "6 Nudes to Make Your Tongue Hang Out" Male Pictorial. Athletic Model Guild. 1990. p. 52.
- ^ a b c "Ron Pearson". San Francisco Gate. December 20, 2001.
- ^ "Bad Habits" Studflix Vol. 2 No. 4. Hudson Communications Group. 1984. p. 44.
- ^ One-handed Histories: The Eroto-politics of Gay Male Video Pornography. Pennsylvania State University. 1995. p. 45.
- ^ "New Videos: Hot to Trot: Pegasus II" Manshots Vol. 1 No. 1. FirstHand Ltd. 1988. p. 30.
- ^ "Manshots Picks: Perfect Summer" Manshots Vol. 1 No. 2. FirstHand Ltd. 1988. p. 33.