American Pie star Shannon Elizabeth explains why she joined OnlyFans after insiders reveal her shocking earnings
Just days after announcing her intention to join OnlyFans, Shannon Elizabeth has already raked in multiple millions of dollars.
The American Pie actress revealed earlier this month (15 Apr) that she'd set her sights on the subscription platform shortly after quietly divorcing her husband, Simon Borchert.
"The divorce is fresh," an insider told Page Six at the time. "She is freshly single and launching her OnlyFans tomorrow morning."
Elizabeth herself, famed for playing exchange student Nadia in the 00s coming-of-age hit, also told PEOPLE of her latest endeavour: "I’ve spent my entire career working in Hollywood, where other people controlled the narrative and the outcome of my career.
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"This new chapter is about changing that, showing off a more sexy side no one has seen, and being closer to my fans."
An insider for PEOPLE close to the 52-year-old has leaked her initial earnings, with Elizabeth reportedly earning a million-dollar payday.
Claiming she's 'officially made over seven figures', the insider added: "Over half of that was earned through direct messages to OnlyFans users, while tips and posts accounted for the rest."
Elizabeth's representatives subsequently confirmed that the actress plans to donate a huge proportion to the Shannon Elizabeth Foundation - a charity which helps animals, people and the environment.
"She’s always hustling and genuinely loves interacting with her fans."
The star's now-ex, Borchert, is a South African animal conservation specialist whom she married in 2021.
Speaking to Page Six, Elizabeth also lifted the lid on what had motivated her decision to join OnlyFans, insisting that activism is still something that 'remains incredibly close to my heart.
"But this feels like the perfect moment to open up my world to the fans who have been with me throughout this journey. I’m so excited for this."
She also admitted she's looking forward to connecting with fans who've followed her work since American Pie cemented her sex-symbol status.
"Reconnecting with my fans through appearances has reminded me just how much their support has meant to me throughout my career–and how much I’ve missed that energy," she explained.
"OnlyFans gives me the opportunity to offer something more–a behind-the-scenes, unfiltered look at my life and a genuine connection that no other platform allows.
The movie star continued: "This is also where I’ll be sharing exclusive content that you simply won’t find anywhere else. This isn’t just content to watch from a distance. This is for the people who have always shown up for me, and I want them to feel that."
Where are the cast of American Pie now?
Jason Biggs
Since his days playing the awkward Jim Levenstein, Jason Biggs has gone on to star in films such as Loser (2000), Boys and Girls (2000), and Saving Silverman (2001).
He also made his mark in TV with his role as Larry Bloom in the Netflix hit Orange Is the New Black (2013).
The 47-year-old has since stepped behind the camera with his directorial debut, a 2025 film called Untitled Home Invasion Romance.
Biggs has been candid about his past struggles with alcohol and drug addiction, revealing the ‘wake-up call’ that led to his sobriety. He has been sober since 2017.
Seann William Scott
Best known for his role as Steve Stifler in the American Pie films, Seann William Scott seemingly disappeared from Hollywood in recent years.
Despite being paid just $8,000 (£6,000) for the first movie, the 49-year-old still makes a pretty penny by offering his talents to the industry, as court documents revealing his earnings showed when they were made public.
This came amid his 2024 divorce from his wife of four years, Olivia Korenberg. The pair share a daughter together.
As well as revealing why he decided to step away from the spotlight, Scott recently appeared in the ABC comedy series Shifting Gears.
Alyson Hannigan
Aside from her role in the American Pie movies, the Michelle Flaherty actress is perhaps best known for playing Willow Rosenberg on Buffy the Vampire Slayer (1997-2003) and Lily Aldrin on How I Met Your Mother (2005-2014).
Over the years, she’s continued to act, as well as working as a voice artist and TV host.
Hannigan, now 52, shares two children with her husband of over 20 years, Alexis Denisof, and regularly posts DIY and upcycling videos on her social media.
Jennifer Coolidge
It wasn’t just Jennifer Coolidge’s sex life that changed after starring as Stifler’s mom, as her career really took off, too.
She went on to establish herself in the world of Hollywood, with memorable performances in Legally Blonde (2001) and, more recently, The White Lotus (2021). The HBO series even earned the 64-year-old two Emmys, a Critics Choice Award, and a Golden Globe.
Eugene Levy
Eugene Levy, who played Noah Levenstein in the American Pie franchise, has had major success as an actor, writer, and producer. Perhaps most notably with Schitt's Creek - a critically-acclaimed sitcom he co-created with his son, Dan Levy.
Levy, 79, was honoured with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2024. His most recent project is the Apple TV+ travel documentary series, The Reluctant Traveller.
Natasha Lyonne
Despite nearly missing out on American Pie as she was 'morally against it', Natasha Lyonne has gone on to achieve huge fame as a producer, actor, writer, and director.
The 47-year-old has really made a name for herself in the world of streaming, including Orange Is the New Black (2013), Russian Doll (2019), and Poker Face (2023).
She has recently turned her attention to directing an AI-assisted film, titled Uncanny Valley, and has also been open about her sobriety journey, revealing her relapse in January 2026.
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