[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"$feist-qMdAvcPK7iNLfGjT2saHeEuWiHATN8usz3E84Q":3,"$fJplpzpU9rJqeRNZNKnRJgdbLhghXS5ix-ghJ1PzYVCU":13},{"author":4,"tags":12},{"author_id":5,"author_name":6,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"bio":9,"short_bio":10,"slug":11,"image_url":10},144116,"Christie Hefner","C",130,"# Christie Hefner\n================\n\n### Full Name and Common Aliases\n\nChristie Ann Hefner is the daughter of Hugh Hefner, the founder of _Playboy_ magazine.\n\n### Birth and Death Dates\n\nBorn: November 11, 1952\nDied: September 15, 2019 (age 66)\n\n### Nationality and Profession(s)\n\nAmerican; Businesswoman, Magazine Executive\n\nAs a member of the Hefner family, Christie was deeply involved in the _Playboy_ organization throughout her life. She worked as the magazine's publisher from 1988 to 2009.\n\n### Early Life and Background\n\nChristie grew up surrounded by the vibrant world of _Playboy_. Her father, Hugh, founded the magazine in 1953, and Christie was exposed to its inner workings from a young age. She attended Fordham University, graduating with a degree in communications. After college, she worked as an assistant at _Playboy_ before rising through the ranks.\n\n### Major Accomplishments\n\nChristie played a crucial role in shaping the direction of _Playboy_ magazine during her tenure as publisher. Some notable achievements include:\n\n*   **Expanding the brand**: Christie oversaw the launch of new ventures, such as video games, online content, and even a television network.\n*   **Promoting women's empowerment**: She emphasized women's rights and equality in various _Playboy_ initiatives, including the creation of the \"Playmate of the Year\" award.\n\n### Notable Works or Actions\n\nChristie was a vocal advocate for women's rights and free speech. In her role as publisher, she:\n\n*   **Championed feminist causes**: Christie supported organizations like Planned Parenthood and the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU).\n*   **Pushed boundaries in media content**: She introduced more provocative and experimental content to _Playboy_ magazine.\n\n### Impact and Legacy\n\nChristie's impact on popular culture is undeniable. As a trailblazer for women in business, she paved the way for future generations of female leaders.\n\n*   **Pioneering woman in publishing**: Christie's career as publisher of _Playboy_ broke down barriers for women in the industry.\n*   **Advocate for free speech and expression**: Her commitment to promoting open discussion and creative freedom continues to inspire artists and thinkers today.\n\n### Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered\n\nChristie Hefner's legacy is a testament to her unwavering dedication to empowering women and promoting free expression. As a powerful voice in media and business, she leaves behind a lasting impact on the world of entertainment and culture.\n\n**As a widely quoted figure**, Christie's words continue to inspire and challenge people around the globe. Her story serves as a reminder that even in the most unconventional environments, one person can make a significant difference.",null,"christie-hefner",[],{"quotes":14,"pagination":77},[15,23,29,35,41,47,53,59,65,71],{"id":16,"quote_text":17,"author_id":5,"source_id":18,"has_image":19,"author":20,"source":21,"quote_tag":22,"commentary":10},3606980,"I've always believed that a goal in life is not to own a boat but have a friend with a boat.",7,false,{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":11,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":10},{},[],{"id":24,"quote_text":25,"author_id":5,"source_id":18,"has_image":19,"author":26,"source":27,"quote_tag":28,"commentary":10},3606976,"Try not to be either intimidated by or a captive of jargon. Even though it's language, and language is about communication, it often exists actually to obfuscate and to control power and not to communicate.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":11,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":10},{},[],{"id":30,"quote_text":31,"author_id":5,"source_id":18,"has_image":19,"author":32,"source":33,"quote_tag":34,"commentary":10},3606972,"My father has always enjoyed games... always with a combination of the fun and social side of it, but also always highly competitive.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":11,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":10},{},[],{"id":36,"quote_text":37,"author_id":5,"source_id":18,"has_image":19,"author":38,"source":39,"quote_tag":40,"commentary":10},3606969,"I prefer tailored clothes. I always have. But I find that whatever I wear, people see it as charged with symbolic meaning.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":11,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":10},{},[],{"id":42,"quote_text":43,"author_id":5,"source_id":18,"has_image":19,"author":44,"source":45,"quote_tag":46,"commentary":10},3606963,"The power of Playboy is its appeal around the world.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":11,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":10},{},[],{"id":48,"quote_text":49,"author_id":5,"source_id":18,"has_image":19,"author":50,"source":51,"quote_tag":52,"commentary":10},3606960,"What you don't do is as important as what you do.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":11,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":10},{},[],{"id":54,"quote_text":55,"author_id":5,"source_id":18,"has_image":19,"author":56,"source":57,"quote_tag":58,"commentary":10},3606958,"I'd actually call myself pretty much a liberal. A progressive liberal. Because I do think that government is there to be a provider of services for people who cannot provide for themselves.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":11,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":10},{},[],{"id":60,"quote_text":61,"author_id":5,"source_id":18,"has_image":19,"author":62,"source":63,"quote_tag":64,"commentary":10},3606954,"I freelanced for the 'Boston Phoenix.'",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":11,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":10},{},[],{"id":66,"quote_text":67,"author_id":5,"source_id":18,"has_image":19,"author":68,"source":69,"quote_tag":70,"commentary":10},3606951,"You can learn more about leadership by reading about Lincoln than you can from most business books.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":11,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":10},{},[],{"id":72,"quote_text":73,"author_id":5,"source_id":18,"has_image":19,"author":74,"source":75,"quote_tag":76,"commentary":10},3606947,"To me, saying you're not a feminist should be like saying you're a racist. It should be that politically unacceptable.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":11,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":10},{},[],{"currentPage":78,"totalPages":79,"totalItems":8,"itemsPerPage":80},1,13,10]