Dylan Ryder is a former (2004-2013) porn star and adult model. She was born and raised in California. When she turned 18 in 1999 she moved to the Central Coast and took up nursing, and later became a substance abuse treatment counselor. Ryder was drawn into adult films when she was 22 and saw a Penthouse magazine. The models had something that Dylan knew she wanted to explore so she sent photos to an adult company.

Her first shoot was for Reality Kings at the age of 23. She enjoyed her time in the business but quickly took a break after seven months and became a correctional officer in Arizona. After working in such a harsh environment, she longed to be closer to her family and returned to California. After she moved back to California she underwent breast augmentation surgery and wanted back in the business. Dylan became a front runner in the adult industry since her return in July 2008.