The Sex Lives Of Roman Gladiators

Gladiators were the rock stars of their day, but there was also a social stigma attached to their existence. They were slaves who embodied some of the greatest virtues held by Roman society, but their status didn't stop women in Rome from desiring gladiator sex or from gladiator sweat as an aphrodisiac as they tried to satisfy their lust for the fierce, manly fighters.
Needless to say, when it came to sex in ancient Rome, gladiators were in an interesting position - literally and figuratively. Our knowledge of sexuality throughout history is based on archaeological evidence - such as sexual graffiti - as well as the works of contemporary writers; fortunately, there's plenty of evidence to show us what it was like both for the gladiators and those looking to find a way into their tunics.