Carter Cruise was born on April 24, 1991, in Atlanta, Georgia, and raised in Cary, North Carolina. Growing up, she lived a relatively typical suburban life, participating in school activities and later attending East Carolina University, where she studied psychology and pre-law before leaving to pursue other interests. She is of Cherokee and Welsh descent, which contributes to her distinctive features. Her entry into the adult entertainment industry came in 2013 at the age of 22. Initially, Carter worked as an erotic model and lifeguard, but her curiosity about adult films led her to contact an agent and relocate to Los Angeles. She began her career with a solo scene and quickly progressed to more explicit work, debuting in hardcore shoots that same year. Carter has collaborated with numerous studios and websites throughout her career, including Digital Playground, Evil Angel, New Sensations, Reality Kings, Brazzers, Girlsway, and Naughty America. Her filmography exceeds 300 titles, spanning various genres. Notable movies include Second Chances (2014), Cruise Control (2015), and Lesbian Adventures: Strap-On Specialists 10 (2016). She is particularly recognized for her performances in Carter Cruise: Wide Open (2015) and her double penetration scene in Gangbang Me (2014), which showcased her willingness to push boundaries.