Exclusive: Calhoun Sawyer On How He Became A Gay Porn Star, His Bisexuality, Being Fucked By Max, Supporting Bernie Sanders, And More!
I’ll never forget seeing Calhoun Sawyer’s very first gay porn solo scene on ChaosMen in September of 2017, at which point I became an instant fan. Now, over two years later, the big-dicked, beautiful, and bisexual ginger has become one of gay porn’s best and most popular performers, appearing in dozens of scenes at multiple studios as both a top and a bottom. In his first exclusive interview below, Calhoun talks to Str8Up about how he got started in the industry, his sexuality, his favorite scene partners, his political leanings, and more.
Str8UpGayPorn: Hi Calhoun! Tell us how you got started at ChaosMen. Did you apply, or were you recruited?
Calhoun Sawyer: I was performing massages and escort services to clients via Backpage, and I was approached by Saber Models, who referred me to ChaosMen. So, I transitioned from escort services to adult male modeling in early 2017. My first sex scene was a three-way with Bennett and Jason.
I remember it very well, it was released during “Monster Cock Week.” You and Jason both fucked Bennett. What was Bennett like?
He went to Julliard and was a navy brat. After filming, we bumped into each other at Denny’s beside the hotel in Austin. We ended up going back to my hotel room and fucking again.
God, that’s hot. When did you realize that you had a big dick?
I noticed that I was well-endowed when I was around 10 years old. I started watching porn and noticed that my cock was bigger than most of the guys in the movies. Most of the time when I pull it out, I see faces light up.
Has anyone ever told you it was too big?
One time I had been talking to this girl, and I brought her back to my place, and things started getting hot. So, I pull out my cock and lay it in her hand. She immediately starts saying, “Oh no,” and “take me home.” I would say most of the time it’s not an issue, but occasionally, I scare people away.
So you hook up with girls and guys. Do you identify as bisexual?
If I were to label myself, I would have to identify as bisexual. I think that both sexes have attractive qualities, however, I find myself connecting with men better on an emotional level. I do enjoy having sex with women, but it’s typically only after I haven’t had sex with a woman for a while. My thirst for women is more instinctual by nature, and I enjoy dominating them completely.
Of all your co-stars, who have you been most attracted to?
Out of everyone, I would have to say Toby from Corbin Fisher. He was young and innocent, and he reminded me a lot of myself back when I had first started. He was smooth, had a nice bubble butt, was twink-like, and was kinda ditzy.
Ditzy?
Yeah, and that played into my whole thirst for domination even more. I wanted to fuck the hell out of him when I saw his work. Working with him was extremely smooth, and our chemistry was great. So great that we actually did two other scenes later, and a bi tag-team scene.
And that was at Corbin Fisher. What would you say are some of the main differences between Corbin Fisher and ChaosMen?
There are a whole lot of similarities. Both were great to work for, and they had some amazing people in their companies. However, the biggest difference I noticed were with lodging and budgets. At ChaosMen, they would provide us hotel rooms while we were there for the shoot. With Corbin Fisher, it was “stable structured,” where they would have a house dedicated for the models. So, with Corbin I was able to meet many more fellow models.
You filmed two scenes with Max at Corbin Fisher, one as a top and one as a bottom. What was that like, and did you enjoy working with him?
Working with Max was fun, he had a lot of energy. I enjoyed working with him, but he almost didn’t get the chance.
Why not?
Because Max’s partner didn’t know how he felt about it, and he almost forced Max into retirement. Thankfully, he came around, we got to make our scenes, and our fans were pleased. Max is a great guy though, and I would definitely work with him again if the situation arises.
This year, we’ve seen you at both MilitaryClassified and BrokeStraightBoys. Are you still filming with both those studios, and what’s it like like having sex with the owner of MilitaryClassified?
Yes I am actively modeling with both companies. At first, I was kinda nervous—usually, you aren’t having sex with the artist that is filming. So with that in mind, you want everything to be perfect, because an artist is always more critical of their own work. However, once I got to meet Rob, I was able to see how genuine and professional he was. He made me feel comfortable, like I had known him my whole life. I have a lot of respect for him and the work that he does.
What’s been the most surprising thing that you’ve seen or experienced in gay porn over the last few years?
One thing that always surprises me is the number of fans that enjoy seeing me bottoming. One time at Corbin Fisher, I shot with Jacob, but he couldn’t take my dick, so I ended up bottoming for him. The fans loved it.
Before you joined social media, did you know that you had as many fans as you do?
I had a good idea, because I was usually one of the top rated models at the studios I was employed with. My fans boost my confidence, and I enjoy responding and making them feel good. I am a firm believer in not forgetting the little guy. My fans are what has made me, and without them I am just another random guy with a huge cock.
What has been your favorite thing about working in gay porn these past few years?
The travel! Also, meeting all the beautiful souls along the way, the exquisite food around the country, and the drive it gives me to keep my body in shape. It helps boost my self esteem, and I love the feeling I get from knowing I make my fans happy.
What do you think it is about you that has attracted so many fans and so much love?
I would say my cock, my red hair, and my athletic build.
I think it’s also because of your performances and your connections with your co-stars—your scenes with Alonso and Rydell are all-time personal faves. Have you always been a natural performer and so talented at fucking, or do you think you’ve enhanced your skills since you started shooting porn?
I’ve always had a natural ability to fuck well, and I’ve always been a very sexual person. Over time, being in front of the camera has made me more comfortable performing, and you can see that progress through my modeling history.
What kind of porn did you watch before you became a performer?
All types. Gay, straight, BDSM, hardcore, interracial, and everything else. That being said, at this point, I prefer to see women fucked only in the ass. And, I don’t really watch a lot of porn anymore. I like to think about a real experience or have sex.
Tell us about where you’re from and what you did before you became a porn star.
I was born in Somerset, Kentucky, and lived in Cincinnati for a while. Prior to becoming a porn star, I worked in construction and in healthcare. I’m really big into politics, current affairs, and pop culture. I enjoy visiting historical sites across the U.S. as well.
I saw you had on a Bernie Sanders t-shirt in your most recent MilitaryClassified scene. Do you think he’ll be the nominee, and what made you a Bernie supporter?
My favorite question! Yes, I do! I believe he is the most Presidential candidate, to say the least. I believe that wealth inequality is a major issue, and that Sanders will take on big corporations’ capitalistic greed, as well as remove it from politics. I think and hope that he has enough potential to be the next FDR. I think if Sanders and Warren run together, they are unstoppable.
It was so great to see the Bernie shirt in a porn scene, and I too hope that he’s the nominee. He’s the only one who can beat Trump.
I bought that shirt at a Bernie rally in Louisville. We just share the same beliefs. Sanders wants Medicare for all, the green new deal, to end lobbying, to stop corporate bailouts, and to actually drain the swamp. I believe wholeheartedly that Bernie Sanders will beat Donald Trump in 2020. The American people want a leader who stands up for what is right. Vote for Bernie!
Other than voting, what else do you have planned for 2020, and what can fans expect to see from you in the year ahead?
I plan on working with a new studio here in a month or so, so I’m excited to see what doors open from that endeavor. I’ve also been branching out into acting, and I’ll be appearing in multiple shows on Signal23 Television. I’ll actually be playing the role of a Vice President in an upcoming Signal23 show, and you can follow them on Twitter @Signal23TV and Instagram at @mr23atl.
Finally, before I let you go, if you could have one thing for Christmas this year, what would that one thing be?
I would love to have two tickets for me and my best friend to go to the Str8UpGayPorn Awards next month!
OK, you got it! See you there, and thank you so much for chatting today!
More of Calhoun Sawyer:
—BrokeStraightBoys
—MilitaryClassified
—ChaosMen
