(born in Los Angeles, California on March 18, 1965) is an American erotic dancer, pornographic actress, and director. She appeared in nearly-100 movies between 1992 and 1998; in the years since, she has shifted away from acting and towards directing. She also sings in the rock band Thousand Year Itch they released one album in 2000. In addition to her work in adult films, Lauren also sang and appeared on the Marilyn Manson album Mechanical Animals along with fellow porn star Kobe Tai. In 2007, Lauren became the CEO and spokesperson of Ninn Worx_SR, a film production company which is co-owned by her husband, John Gray.