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Bob Guccione’s Penthouse , which was then at the height of its rivalry with Playboy , sought to capitalize on her massive popularity. While Playboy often focused on the "girl next door" aesthetic, Penthouse leaned into a more provocative, high-gloss style. Securing Lords for a centerfold feature was seen as a major coup for the publication. The 1984 Penthouse Layout

The "lifestyle and entertainment" bubble burst in 1986 when it was revealed that Traci Lords was underage during her entire career, including her 1984 shoots.

Some of the notable aspects of Traci Lords' 1984 Penthouse feature include:

The September 1984 issue of magazine remains one of the most controversial and legally complex publications in American history. While it was initially famous for featuring the first-ever nude photos of a reigning Miss America, Vanessa Williams