The first centerfold; the image was actually a 1949 calendar photo purchased by Hugh Hefner for $500.
One of the most famous figures in the magazine's history, often compared to Marilyn Monroe . All Playboy Centerfolds, 1953 - 2014
The legacy began in December 1953 with Marilyn Monroe, who was featured as the magazine's first "Sweetheart of the Month". Over the decades until 2014, the centerfold evolved from classic pin-up photography to high-concept art, featuring a total of 734 centerfolds through 2016. The Early Era (1953–1959) The 1950s focused on the "girl next door" aesthetic. The first centerfold; the image was actually a
This period saw the rise of celebrity playmates and massive cultural influence. The first centerfold
The later years were defined by pop culture dominance and reality TV stars.