The gay adult film community is mourning the loss of Rhett Douglas Messerly, known professionally as Scott Finn, who died on November 23 at the age of 27. The news was shared by his family in a heartfelt online obituary that painted a picture of a man cherished for his warmth and humour, far beyond his on-screen career.
Messerly, who entered the adult film industry in 2018 and worked with studios like Active Duty and Next Door Studios, was a familiar face to many. However, his family's tribute focused on the person they knew and loved, a young man from Ogden, Utah, who they said would be remembered for his "kindness, big smile, and silly natured personality."
A Life Remembered for Laughter and Kindness
According to his family, Messerly was a "goofball" in high school and always had a knack for making people laugh. They highlighted his "immense capacity for accepting people for who they are, no matter how they came." This spirit of acceptance and kindness is a recurring theme in the memories being shared by those who knew him.
His loved ones recalled his childhood antics, from playing football to climbing trees so high he occasionally needed rescuing by the fire department. As an adult, he found joy in golf, fishing, camping, and cooking. These personal details offer a poignant glimpse into the life of the man behind the camera.
A Painful Struggle
While his family did not specify a cause of death, they acknowledged his struggles, writing that they "find some comfort in knowing his pain here is over and he rests with his Heavenly Father again."
This sentiment echoes a message Messerly himself shared on his X (formerly Twitter) account in June, his last public post. He told his followers that he had endured a "hard life" over the past year. Earlier in 2024, he had expressed interest in shifting his focus, mentioning plans to launch new social media channels dedicated to his passion for cooking.
Friends and loved ones have filled his memorial page with tributes, remembering his "amazing smile" and "hugs that could melt the worries away." It's a sad farewell to a young man who, in both his public and private life, left a lasting impression on many.
