Gay adult content creator Koby Falks (Anthony Cox) has died at 42. A rising star, he’s remembered for his warmth, professionalism, and legacy…
By Richard Holman
Koby Falks, a well-known Australian adult content creator in the queer community, has died at the age of 42. Known off-screen as Anthony Cox, Falks passed away on May 28, with the news confirmed publicly on June 1 through a quiet post on his Instagram.
“Koby Falks, better known to his family and friends as Anthony Cox, passed away earlier this week. He was loved by many and will be missed.”
The caption was brief — no official cause of death was included — but the response was immediate. Grief poured in from fans, fellow creators, industry peers, and people who simply felt seen by his presence online. In a space where queer sexuality is often hyper-visible but deeply misunderstood, Falks stood out for his confidence, his warmth, and his work ethic.
Who was Koby Falks? A rising name in queer adult media
Falks was more than his content — though that content was prolific. Through platforms like OnlyFans, JustForFans, and in-person appearances, he built a career that blurred the line between sex work and self-expression.
He hosted events at Sydney venues like Sydney Sauna, maintained a consistent digital presence, and grew a large, loyal following online. But talk to those who knew him — or even those who followed him — and one theme keeps emerging: kindness.
His manager and publicist, Matthew Leigh (aka Mista PR), wrote in a heartfelt tribute:
“From the moment we connected, I was struck by his warmth, his charisma, and his incredible professionalism… He wasn’t just a client — he was a light, a creative force, and a genuinely beautiful soul.”
That light, by all accounts, extended far beyond his screen presence. Falks was known for being respectful, responsive, and unusually organized — qualities that don’t often get celebrated in an industry more focused on output than humanity.
Anthony Cox was more than a performer — He was loved
While “Koby Falks” was a brand, Anthony Cox was a person — a partner, a friend, a human being with a private life that didn’t revolve around algorithms.
His longtime partner, fellow content creator Sam Brownell, posted a quiet tribute via Instagram Story:
“I will love you always.”
No theatrics. Just real grief. Because behind the performance was a relationship — one that likely carried the emotional labor of being in the adult industry, in the queer community, and in love under constant scrutiny.
It’s easy to dehumanize people when their work is sex. But Cox’s death reminds us: sex workers are workers. And they are people — with families, partners, dreams, and limits.
A troubling pattern: Queer adult industry mourns multiple deaths
Koby Falks’ passing comes in the wake of several tragic losses in the gay adult entertainment world as reported here on IN Magazine:
- In March 2025, beloved performer Tim Kruger died in what was described as a “tragic accident.”
- In April, porn star Damien Stone passed away at just 32.
- In May, established industry icon Colton Ford died at the age of 62.
That’s four major losses in just a few months. And while each death is different, the sense of cumulative grief is real — especially for those who understand just how isolating and unprotected life in the sex industry can be.
Mental health support in this space is patchy at best. Stigma still silences conversations. Grief gets flattened into headlines, and real people get reduced to clickbait. That’s part of what makes Falks’ passing so painful: he wasn’t done. He was still building, still growing, still shining.
Honouring a life that meant something
Koby Falks wasn’t just a screen name — he was a full person who touched lives. His impact, though cut short, is undeniable. He lived at the intersection of visibility and vulnerability — where sex work, queerness, and digital identity collide.
What he built can’t be reduced to subscriber counts. His fans didn’t just watch him — they connected with him. He made space for desire and joy and queerness in a world that still treats those things like they’re dangerous.
“To Koby’s family, his close friends, and his extended ‘family’ of fans and followers — my deepest condolences. We have lost a trailblazing creative spirit far too soon. But I truly believe his light and legacy will continue shining brightly above.”
If you’re struggling, you’re not alone
The adult industry is work. Queer life is still, in many places, resistant. And the combination can be isolating. If this news has affected you, please reach out — because your life matters, too.
- Canada: Talk Suicide Canada – 1-833-456-4566
- USA: 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline – 988
- Australia: Lifeline – 13 11 14
- UK: Samaritans – 116 123
Rest in Peace Koby, you mattered.
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