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“I was young, hungry, and trusting the wrong people. 2021 me looks at 2015 me and wants to shake some sense into her.”

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I sat down with Coco (virtually, from her new studio in Atlanta) to discuss the three years she spent offline, the pressure of being a "micro-celebrity," and why 2021 is the year she finally takes control of her own narrative.

She revealed that at the peak of her career in 2018, she was earning seven figures annually. However, due to a combination of bad advice, a lavish spending spree designed to "keep up appearances," and a fraudulent accountant, she entered 2021 with less than $10,000 in liquid assets and over $400,000 in debt.

Coco also touched on the importance of consent and safety in the industry. "As performers, we have a responsibility to prioritize our own well-being and boundaries," she emphasized. "I've been fortunate to work with studios and producers who prioritize consent and safety, and I think that's something that needs to be emphasized more industry-wide."