BALI, Indonesia — Controversial British adult content creator Bonnie Blue (real name Tia Billinger) has been detained in Bali, Indonesia, after allegedly producing content that violates the country’s strict “morality” and anti-pornography laws. The arrest comes months after the personality was banned from the OnlyFans platform for violating its terms of service.
The Raid and Seized Evidence
The detention occurred on Thursday afternoon during a police raid on a holiday rental studio in the Badung area of Bali. Authorities detained Ms. Billinger alongside 17 male tourists, ranging in age from 19 to 40, on suspicion of producing “immoral” or “pornographic” content.
Authorities seized a large cache of material and equipment, including:
- Professional Video Cameras and Digital Devices
- Large quantities of Contraceptives and Erectile Drugs
- “School Bonnie Blue” outfits and other props.
- Utility Vehicle Confiscated: Her branded vehicle, prominently labeled “Bonnie Blue’s Bangbus,” was also confiscated as evidence.
Police confirmed the operation was triggered by concerns over filming explicit material during “schoolies week,” the annual Australian post-graduation holiday.
Legal Status: Deportation Likely Over Imprisonment
While Ms. Billinger and most of the Australian tourists involved have since been released from initial police custody, their legal ordeal is far from over:
Passport Seized: Ms. Billinger’s passport remains confiscated, effectively stranding her in Bali. She and several others are due to be questioned again in the coming days.
- Severe Charges: Indonesia’s strict laws mean that if formally prosecuted and convicted for the production or distribution of pornography, Ms. Billinger faces a maximum sentence of up to 15 years in jail and fines of up to 6 billion Indonesian rupiah (approx. £270,000).
- Severe Charges: Indonesia’s strict laws mean that if formally prosecuted and convicted for the production or distribution of pornography, Ms. Billinger faces a maximum sentence of up to 15 years in jail and fines of up to 6 billion Indonesian rupiah (approx. £270,000).
- Likely Outcome: Legal experts, including those from PNB Immigration in Jakarta, suggest the more probable outcome is deportation and a permanent ban from re-entering Indonesia, though the final decision remains with immigration and police officials.
BALI, Indonesia — Controversial British adult content creator Bonnie Blue (real name Tia Billinger) was detained in Bali, Indonesia, after allegedly violating the country’s stringent anti-pornography and “morality” laws. The arrest of Blue and 17 male tourists followed a police raid on a rental studio in Badung.
Seized Evidence and Solicitation
Authorities confirmed the raid yielded substantial evidence of illegal content production, including professional video cameras, contraceptives, erectile drugs, and the confiscation of her branded vehicle, the “Bonnie Blue’s Bangbus.”
Crucially, Instagram videos shared by Blue ahead of her arrest were seized as evidence. In these posts, she was reportedly soliciting “schoolies” (teenagers over 18) to participate in pornographic activities for content, linking the controversy directly to the platform she was using.
The Legal Threat and Prediction
Blue faces a severe legal battle under Indonesian law:
- Maximum Penalty: If convicted of producing or distributing pornography, Blue could face up to 15 years in prison and a massive fine of up to 6 billion rupiah (approximately $541,000).
- Likely Outcome: Despite the severity of the charges, immigration lawyer Philo Dellano predicted a different outcome to News.com.au. Dellano stated that due to the structure of the pornography industry—often controlled by organizations (“invisible hand”)—it is “much more likely that Blue will be deported” and banned from returning, rather than facing a lengthy criminal prosecution.
Industry Reaction and Travel Risk
The arrest has sent ripples through the adult content industry, highlighting the significant risks associated with international travel. Fellow adult content creator Sarah Button publicly commented on the dangers, telling News.com.au that she herself had been detained in three different countries on separate occasions, even when her travels had no connection to her
While Blue has been released from custody, her passport remains seized, leaving her stranded on the holiday island pending the final immigration and police decision.
