Chanel Preston is an American-born adult model and porn actress, renowned for her work in the adult modeling world, particularly for posing for Twistys. Born as Rachel Ann Taylor on December 1, 1985 in Fairbanks, Alaska, United States, she embodies the qualities of her Sagittarius zodiac sign — adventurous, optimistic, and independent. In the industry, she is also known by the names Chanel Prestor or Chanel Payton.
Chanel made waves as the featured model in Twistys's November 2019 edition, captivating audiences with her beauty and alluring presence. Her measurements are 35-27-37, complemented by her soulful brown eyes and brown hair. She also has several tattoos that add to her gorgeous look.
Chanel Preston is a prominent figure in the adult entertainment industry. She was honored as the Penthouse Pet of the Month for March 2012. Her career achievements extend beyond her work in adult films, showcasing her versatility and influence in various media.
In February 2012, Penthouse magazine announced Preston as their Penthouse Pet for the upcoming month. Later that year, in September, she appeared in the music video for "Get Me Home" by Russ Irwin, highlighting her crossover appeal.
Preston co-hosted the 31st annual AVN Awards alongside Samantha Saint on January 18, 2014. Her popularity was further cemented when she was named one of CNBC's "The Dirty Dozen: Porn's Most Popular Stars" in 2014. The following year, she appeared in the music video for "Bust" by rapper Waka Flocka Flame.
In January 2014, Preston, along with Dana DeArmond, Asa Akira, and Jessie Andrews, was featured in a Cosmopolitan article titled "4 Porn Stars on How They Stay Fit." This article was inspired by actress Gabrielle Union's comments on Conan O'Brien's talk show about emulating the fitness routines of porn stars she saw at her gym. Additionally, Preston made a guest appearance as an extra on the television show Sons of Anarchy.
March 2014 marked the launch of Preston's sex education web series, Naked with Chanel. The series explores how societal norms and upbringing shape our ideas about sex. To fund this project, Preston successfully used IndieGoGo, raising enough money to build the series' website and produce several episodes.
Beyond her work in entertainment, Preston has been an active advocate for adult performers. She served as the president of the Adult Performer Advocacy Committee (APAC), where she worked to support and protect the rights of those in the industry. She also co-hosted a sex-positive podcast called "SexThink" with talk show host and political critic Rob Nelson.
Chanel Preston continues to be a prominent and influential figure in the adult industry, known for her performances, advocacy, and contributions to sex education.