Back before viagra they had to go with whatever male actors could constantly keep it up on demand throughout lengthy shoots.

There wasn't many qualified to choose from.

Ron Jeremy was a handsome enough fellow back when there were no VCRs, and I first saw him at the Strand theater in Binghamton. I think it was 1978.

The years have not been kind. He's starting to resemble Jabba the Hutt, and his on-screen persona is downright creepy, but in interviews he comes off as decent and intelligent. He's probably built up a lot of good will in the industry, and some actresses probably prefer working with his ugly ass.

Ron Jeremy looks like a creepy molester dad. That appeals to a certain demographic and since most porn actresses were molested as kids it helps them get into character.

But yeah, super gross.