Mia Khalifa, renowned for her brief yet impactful stint in the adult film industry, found herself in tears after an encounter with a fan’s girlfriend took a distressing turn.

Recalling the incident during an interview with YouTube personality Anthony Padilla, Khalifa recounted being approached by a fan while at a business meeting in London. Despite politely declining a photo request due to the professional setting, she faced an inappropriate and hurtful remark from the man’s girlfriend.

The girlfriend’s insensitive joke, insinuating Khalifa wasn’t recognisable without a specific facial feature, deeply affected Khalifa, prompting her to retreat to the bathroom in tears. She expressed her difficulty in processing the situation, especially given its occurrence during a business engagement.

Fortunately, the businessmen accompanying Khalifa, unrelated to the adult film industry, offered support and understanding, ensuring that the incident didn’t impact their working relationship.

In a candid discussion on Steven Bartlett’s Diary Of A CEO podcast, Khalifa delved into the complexities of her past, revealing the coercive nature of a past relationship that led her into the adult film industry. Describing the relationship as “grooming,” Khalifa disclosed feeling like a “toy to play with,” shedding light on the darker aspects of her journey.

Despite enduring familial estrangement and grappling with the weight of past decisions, Khalifa navigates her present with resilience, acknowledging the irreversibility of some mistakes while striving for personal growth and healing.