GK Barry swaps her light-hearted podcast for hard-hitting fare as she fronts her first ever documentary offering an unfiltered look at the UK porn industry

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GK Barry is famous for her cheerful podcast, Saving Grace, but she’s now trying something different with her first documentary, which tackles more serious subjects.

The 26-year-old actor will star in the new film Faking It, which takes a raw and honest look at the adult film industry in the UK, exploring the contrast between what viewers see on screen and the reality behind it.

Launching on Monday as part of LADbible’s For F*ck’s Sake series, ‘Faking It’ offers a look inside the often-debated world of artificial content creation.

This film explores how pornography influences our current views on relationships, who we are, and how we see ourselves, impacting both the people who make it and those who watch it.

I was absolutely fascinated watching GK Barry – or Grace Keeling, as I learned is her real name – explore the UK’s biggest swingers club in the film! It was wild seeing her connect with the people behind Porn Star University too. A really unique look inside that world.

I’m really fascinated by her work – she dives into the lives of performers and how they navigate the tricky balance between their careers and personal lives. What I find particularly compelling is how she tackles and dismantles the often unfair and damaging stereotypes surrounding sex work. It’s a really important conversation she’s bringing to the forefront.

In a series of open and honest conversations with adult film performers Andy Lee and Katy Summers, and former addict Josh Lane, GK Film explores important topics like body image, addiction, consent, and how these issues affect men and women differently.

Oh my gosh, this documentary is EVERYTHING! It doesn’t shy away from the really tough stuff, but Grace is just so hilarious and down-to-earth, even when talking about it. It’s like, she’s letting us peek behind the curtain of an industry that’s usually totally closed off, and it’s amazing. She’s so self-aware and funny about everything, it makes even the difficult parts watchable. I’m obsessed!

She also explores how depictions of sex on screen differ from genuine intimacy, and what young people actually need to understand about healthy communication, building connections, and providing care after sexual activity.

The film’s director, GK, explores questions many viewers have likely considered: Is there a noticeable difference between sex portrayed in pornography and genuine intimacy? Who is accountable for the impact of porn – those who make it, or those who watch it? And is truly honest or authentic pornography even possible?

GK described working with LADbible on the film as a truly insightful experience.

I didn’t know what to anticipate going in, but the experience really made me rethink my views on pornography and the people involved in it.

I’m hoping this episode will resonate with viewers and help young people understand that what they see on screen isn’t always the complete truth.

GK first became popular on TikTok, where she’s now gained over six million followers and received more than 275 million likes on her videos.

In addition to hosting her podcast, Saving Grace, GK has been a consistent panelist on the show Loose Women for the past year.

In 2024, she appeared on I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here!, but was the eighth contestant voted off the show.

In 2025, Grace began her acting career with a role in the Netflix drama Missing You. She also appeared on Jimmy Carr’s Am I the Ahole? on Comedy Central UK, and became a presenter on BBC Radio 1.

Although there were worries ITV was facing significant budget cuts, Grace has confirmed she doesn’t intend to quit Loose Women.

She recently told the Daily Mail that she believes she’s still part of the show, and feels quite confident about it. While she’s saddened by the recent cuts, she’s very happy that Loose Women continues to air, as she believes it’s vital to have a program led by women.

Grace holds the record as the youngest person ever to be on the panel of Loose Women, and she was born in the same year the show first aired on ITV.

Looking back on joining the show earlier this year, I have to admit – I was absolutely terrified for my first episode! It’s funny now, but stepping onto set for the very first time was definitely a nerve-wracking experience. I think a lot of people can relate to that feeling of jumping into something new and feeling a little overwhelmed, and I’m glad I pushed through it.

I worried that the other women wouldn’t know me and might think I was strange, but honestly, they’ve been the kindest people I’ve ever met. They’re incredibly welcoming, and the whole experience is a lot of fun.

It’s great to have a TV show centered around women, especially since there aren’t many like it. The viewers are fantastic – they’re really enthusiastic and supportive. It’s a really comfortable environment where you can share your opinions without feeling judged, which is a lovely feeling.

People often dismiss disagreements as typical ‘girl talk,’ but surprisingly, whenever I’ve voiced a different opinion, the panel has been perfectly accepting. No one has ever pushed back or disagreed with me.

You can watch Faking It starting December 1st on FFSProductionsHub.com and the LADbible Stories YouTube channel.

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2025-11-30 21:06