Playboy Magazine - 1981 - April

🐰 Playboy Magazine – April, 1981

The April 1981 issue carries the early-’80s Playboy energy — a mix of glamor, cultural awareness, and lifestyle sophistication. It blends thoughtful celebrity interviews and contemporary music and pop-culture content with the magazine’s signature photography and style. The issue reflects a transitional moment, where Playboy emphasized both personality-driven editorial and the aesthetic flair that defined the era.

Featured Model

• Playmate of the Month: Lorraine Michaels

Inside This Issue

• Editorial features and interviews reflecting the culture and trends of the time — including a notable interview with Ed Asner. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
• A music-themed special including contributions around Willie Nelson and a feature relating to John Lennon. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
• Short fiction, humor sections, and signature lifestyle content from Playboy’s editorial lineup.
• High-quality photography and pictorials throughout — including the centerfold for Lorraine Michaels. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
• Additional pictorials and features beyond the centerfold; for instance, a “Girls of Kokomo” spread along with other themed photo-essays. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}