The 5: The Playmates Edition

THIS WEEK ON THE FIVE:  THE PERFECT PLAYBOY PLAYMATES, ALL TIME

 

What makes a playmate perfect?  Historically, the Playmate has been something more than just a pretty face or a great body.   There is no formula, but you know it when you see it.

 

From 1955:  Miss July, Janet Pilgrim:  Working in the subscriptions department at Playboy Magazine, Janet agreed to pose for an issue in exchange for new office equipment. When her photos hit the press, they were captioned as follows: “We found Miss July in our own circulation department, processing subscriptions, renewals, and back copy orders. Her name is Janet Pilgrim and she’s as efficient as she is good looking.” She was literally the girl next door—an office girl—which was everything that Playboy stood for.

 

From 1963: Miss December, Donna Michelle:  She made the youngest ever Playmate of the age at 18, and she was actually only 17 when she first posed nude for the magazine.   Her pouty mouth, bedroom eyes, and figure that still transcends the style of the time makes her one of our top picks.

 

From 1970: Miss September, Debbie Ellison: An American model from New Jersey, Debbie was an amazing crossover from the 60s to the 70s. She had a clean, ‘That Girl’ look, with a little Katherine Ross in ‘The Graduate.’

 

From 1970, 73, 75: Barbi Benton: Although Barbi was never actually a Playmate of the Month, she appeared in the magazine three separate years, and was the essence of swingers’ lifestyle. Not only Heff’s girlfriend, Barbi also made a successful transition to television with roles on ‘The Love Boat,’ ‘Fantasy Island,’ and others.

 

From 1986: Miss February, Julie McCullough – The girl we really thought lived next door, but never did (except for Kirk Cameron). She had an adorable smile, playful attitude, and fantastic body. Best known for her role on ‘Growing Pains,’ Julie was wholesome, smart, and sexy.

 

Everyone has their own idea of what makes one woman more desirable than another.  Disagree with ours?  Send us your list in the comments below.