Industry Vet Lorraine Weinberg Passes Away

Industry Vet Lorraine Weinberg Passes Away

LOS ANGELES — Lorraine Weinberg, whose sales career in the adult biz spanned over four decades, passed away last week at the age 79.

Weinberg is a veteran of the adult video/DVD market, having worked with Leisure Time Entertainment for 19 years, and previously at VCA and Excitement Video, before joining Sunshine Films in 2008. By 2013, Weinberg ventured into pleasure products when she joined Impulse Novelties.

She also worked alongside fellow industry vet Mara Epstein at Maia Toys, while also operating an adult store in the San Fernando Valley in Los Angeles.

“She was very compassionate and funny,” Epstein told XBIZ. “She always did whatever she could for a customer, family and friend. She leaves behind her daughter, Mara, and son-in-law Kip, along with her other family members. She had been sick for a while and passed peacefully. She will be missed.”

Cousins Groups’ Dennis DeSantis told XBIZ that he knew Weinberg for more than 20 years and worked with her for a few years, as well.

"She was the funniest lady in our industry and cracked me up every day at the office or when we would go out for lunch or dinners,” he said. “She had no filter and didn’t mind letting you know how she felt. She was very persistent and hit the phones nonstop every day until she annoyed people — like I did when I first started in the business, hounding people on the phones. She also loved my daughter, which made me smile. I will miss her dearly.”

A memorial service for Weinberg is planned for Wednesday, May 4, 2 p.m., at Mount Sinai Memorial Park and Mortuaries, located at 5950 Forest Lawn Dr.

Related:  

Copyright © 2023 Adnet Media. All Rights Reserved. XBIZ is a trademark of Adnet Media.
Reproduction in whole or in part in any form or medium without express written permission is prohibited.

More News

XR Brands Unveils 'Bucking Saddle' Sex Machine From 'Lovebotz' Line

XR Brands has introduced its new 10X Thrusting & 10X Vibrating Saddle Sex Machine, from its Lovebotz line.

Lorals to Showcase Newest Collections at Vibe Expo

Lorals will showcase its newest product lines at Vibe Expo, “The Pleasure Show,” set to take place at the stylish Lowes Hollywood Hotel January 12-13.

Nadgerz Debuts 'Viballdo' Ball Dildo

Nadgerz, creators of the Balldo sex toy, have released the Viballdo, the company's 2nd iteration of its proprietary, couples toy design.

Vibe Expo Workshop Schedule Announced

Vibe Expo organizers have released the show schedule for the consumer-facing track of "The Pleasure Show," set to take place at the stylish Loews Hollywood Hotel on Jan. 12-13.

Orion Debuts New 'Cottelli Party' Styles

Orion Wholesale has released new two-colored, skin-tight, matte-look outfits from its Cottelli Party line.

Besharam's Raj Armani Featured in India's Sex Toy Industry Report

Besharam and its co-founder Raj Armani are featured in a new report from English-language Indian daily the Deccan Herald, titled “When Pleasure Meets Business.”

Screaming O Debuts 'FingO Slim' Finger Vibe

Screaming O has unveiled its new FingO Slim finger vibe, incorporating 4B and 4T bullets.

Lioness Releases 'Pleasure Wrapped' Orgasm Data From Year-Long Study

Lioness has released "Pleasure Wrapped," a collection of orgasm data compiled from a year-long study utilizing the company's Smart Vibrator.

Cloud Climax Releases ChatGPT-Powered 'Alice' Doll

Cloud Climax has released its new ChatGPT-powered conversational doll, Alice.

LonBrook to Distribute BSwish in Australia

Pleasure brand BSwish has tapped LonBrook to distribute its line of pleasure products in Australia.

Show More