Former OnlyFans model leaves LA to join Amish community, calling move 'an opportunity from God' - Video

Kendra Bates, a former OnlyFans model, relocated from Los Angeles to an Amish community, seeing it as a divine opportunity. Featured on TLC's "Suddenly Amish," Bates praised Bishop Vernon for welcoming outsiders into Amish life. She expressed dissatisfaction with her previous lifestyle in L.A., feeling a disconnect with her roots. Having roots in a Mennonite community, Bates sought a lifestyle more aligned with her Christian faith amid life's chaos. Despite previous atheism and struggles with substance abuse, she felt deeper connections to God and pursued spiritual transformation, resulting in her baptism in January 2025. As she adapted to Amish norms, Bates faced scrutiny over her attire, prompting self-reflection and a wardrobe overhaul. While acknowledging her imperfect path, Bates emphasized her growth in faith and personal values, stating she no longer identifies with her past choices, feeling more aligned with God and her new community.