By Katie Gray

It’s the end of an era. American icon, publishing pioneer, activist and the ultimate Playboy – sadly passed away recently, at age 91. RIP Hugh Hefner! Since being founded in 1953, Playboy has been a notable American men’s magazine that specializes in lifestyle and entertainment. Of course it is most notable for featuring beautiful women. What would a Playboy be without beautiful women? The gorgeous women featured on the cover and in the magazine, are known as Playmates and Centerfolds. Playboy enterprises is a huge company, with many different divisions. They have accessories and clothing to Playboy TV. From 2005 until 2010, Hugh Hefner and his girlfriends, starred in the E! reality series The Girls Next Door. It starred Hugh Hefner, and the celebrity couple – his three girlfriends: Holly Madison, Bridget Marquardt and Kendra Wilkinson. Who could forget the theme song “Come on-a My House” and the funny adventures that played out on the screen? Hugh Hefner has notoriety for always being surrounded by beautiful women, and dating several of them at once. Hefner was married a couple of times, and is the father of four children. His celebrity relationships were always highly publicized. They often all lived with him at the famous Playboy Mansion. It doesn’t feel real that Hef is gone, but his memory and Playboy – will live on!

Cupid has compiled the 5 Best Playboy Playmate Celebrity Relationships:

1. Holly, Bridget & Kendra: Come on-a My House! Perhaps Hugh Hefner’s most famous celebrity relationship, was with Holly Madison, Bridget Marquardt, and Kendra Wilkinson. The three lovely ladies, alongside Hefner, starred on the hit reality series “The Girls Next Door” on E! The show revolved around the lives of Hef and the girls. The three girls, also shot the front and back cover, of Playboy magazine. They also had photoshoots that were featured inside the pages of Playboy. The show was a success, and the audience loved being able to see the personality behind the four stars. All of them have gone on to have successful careers, endeavors and families. These American beauties, really were the classic girls next door.

2. Barbi Benton: Barbi Doll. From 1969-1976, Barbi Benton was in a celebrity relationship with Hugh Hefner. She is credited with finding and discovering the famous Playboy Mansion, that became a landmark. Barbi Benton was a model and actress. She appeared on the cover of Playboy four times! When Hefner first asked her out on a date, she replied, “I don’t know, I’ve never dated someone over 24 before.” To which he replied, “That’s alright, neither have I.” The two dated for years, lived together, and always remained friends. She is happily married, and is a mother.

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3. Kimberley Conrad: Actress and model, Kimberley Conrad, was married to Hugh Hefner. The pretty pair, had two children together – two boys. Conrad was ‘Playmate of the Month’ in 1988 and in 1989 she won the prized title of ‘Playmate of the Year.’ They married in 1989 and divorced in 2010, when their youngest son turned 18. After 9 years of marriage, they separated and she lived in the house right next door. They all remained a family unit!

4. Brande Roderick: Baywatch Babe! Model and actress, Brande Roderick, is known for her appearances in Playboy and Baywatch. From 1999-2000 she was in a celebrity relationship with Hugh Hefner. In 2000 she was ‘Playmate of the Month’ and then became the ultimate ‘Playmate of the Year’ in 2001. This American beauty has a lot of film and television credits to her name: Starsky & Hutch, The Nanny Diaries, Joey, The Parkers, Beverly Hills 90210, and many more. She is now married, a mother, and is still working in the industry.

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5. Crystal Hefner: Crystal Hefner, a model and DJ, was Hugh Hefner’s wife – and his last celebrity relationship. The pair married on December 31st, 2012, and tied the knot at the Playboy Mansion. Crystal Hefner was previously the Playboy ‘Playmate of the Month’ for December 2009. The pair remained married until his death, she is now the widow of Hugh Hefner.

Who are your favorite Playboy Playmates that Hugh Hefner was in a celebrity relationship with? Comment below!

By Katie Gray

Celebrity love is in the air, and diamonds are a girl’s best friend! Former Girl Next Door, Bridget Marquardt, is engaged! Nick Carpenter gave her a diamond spider celebrity engagement ring, which is fitting because Halloween is her favorite holiday and time of the year. This celebrity couple have been dating for a long time and are ready to tie the knot. According to UsMagazine.com, Marquardt and Carpenter met at the Playboy Mansion. Marquardt said, “I’ve heard that people want to marry their best friends. I think that should be partially true. You want someone you can sit with in sweats, plus go out with. You want them to have a lot of best friend qualities, but you want to make sure that you have the spice and passion that you wouldn’t have with your best friend. You want the relationship to be one step beyond that.”

This celebrity couple will soon be walking down the aisle. What are some ways to choose your partner’s engagement ring?

Cupid’s Advice:

Although the love between you and your significant other is the most important part, the ring does matter. When choosing your partner’s engagement ring, it’s important to keep in mind their taste, interests and personality. Cupid has some relationship advice:

1.Taste: You need to select an engagement ring for your partner while taking into account their tastes and interests. If they are into opulence, then make sure to wow them with the size and clarity of the gem stone. If they are more conservative and classic, choose a classic cut and setting.

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2. Personality: Personality plays a huge role! If you are going to spend the rest of your life with someone, you clearly know them very well as a person. Perhaps they have a special interest where you can create a ring around that aspect, similar to how Bridget’s ring is a spider because she’s the Queen of Halloween. If they are into horses you could have a horseshoe shape in the pattern or if they love pearls than add a pearl into the ring and have diamonds circling around it.

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3. Quality over quantity: The most important thing to remember is that an engagement ring is an investment. It’s something your partner will be wearing everyday and it should be meaningful and special. This is something you will spend a lot of time and money on, but it’s worth it. The quality of the diamonds are more important than the amount of them. If you can only afford so much, make sure the main stone is flawless instead of buying lesser quality stones to have a bunch of diamonds everywhere. One beautiful diamond is more pretty than a bunch of stones that are not of good quality. Besides; they will love you regardless!

What are some ways you have chosen your partner’s engagement ring? Share your stories with us below!

By Bridget Marquardt, former star of The Girls Next Door

Originally published on Appitalism.com

As a television personality and former “Girl Next Door,” men often think they know me personally.  But just because I’m accessible, that doesn’t mean I’m obtainable!

The truth is, while having men pay attention to you when you’re out at dinner or at a club is flattering, the constant flood of cheap lines and cheaper cologne can quickly ruin an evening.

So what’s a guy to do when he wants to land the girl of his dreams?  Drop the posturing and player image, listen to what the woman has to say, and take…it…slow.  In order to get things rolling in the right direction, I’ve come up with several apps currently available at Appitalism.com that are certain to take your dating skills to a new level:

50 Things Girls Wish Guys Knew(Free for the iPhone) – Are you struggling with your relationship?  Let’s face it, you can never know everything about a girl!  But don’t worry – here are 50 things that all guys should really know about girls.

Seduction Discussion ($0.99 for Android) – A mobile discussion app for discussing all things related to the art of seduction.  Discuss meeting girls, picking up women, closing the deal, advanced PUA techniques, love and relationships and more!

Dating Tips ($0.99 for the Android) – No one is a dating expert; even the most beautiful and wealthy people all struggle with matters of the heart.  Everyone can learn something about how to date more, how to attract the types of people we want to attract and how to make sure initial chemistry blooms into an enduring relationship.

Former Girl Next Door Bridget Marquardt has a new reality television show in the works.  What’s her only concern?  Can she and boyfriend Nicolas Carpenter keep their relationship intact?  She told RadarOnline, “It’s kind of fun to be able to share it with my boyfriend, but at the same time I have concerns with that as well…they always say that all these reality show couples end up breaking up and [have] lots of problems and stuff so I’m definitely listening to that and taking that into consideration.  Maybe a formatted show is a better way to go.”  Bridget Marquardt is excited about the show and is also thrilled with her post-playboy life.  She and Nicolas Carpenter, a director, hope to  “…do some more horror movies together where I’m producing and he’s directing and his brother is actually a writer so we kind of have a team here!”

When do you go public with your relationship?

Cupid’s Advice:

It’s always hard to take your relationship public, but before you tell your friends and family, consider a few things:

1. Your intentions: If you want only a brief fling out of your relationship, then there’s no need to tell others, aside from a few close friends.  However, if you hope the relationship will get serious, then tell your family.  They’ll be glad you’ve found someone!

2. Time: Before you tell your friends and family, give the relationship some time.  The old saying, “time will tell” is definitely true in this situation.  If it seems like your relationship is becoming promising, then share.

3. Others’ approval: While you have the freedom to date whomever you like, having your family’s approval is heartwarming.  Before introducing your family to your beau, try envisioning your family’s reaction.  Prepare yourself for the best — and the worst outcomes.