Hugh Hefner Tributes From Rock Stars, Pinups

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Not long after the news arrived that Playboy founder Hugh Hefner had died at 91 on Sept. 27, tributes began pouring in from rock stars, former Playmates and other celebrities. Whether they were guests at the iconic Playboy Mansion or featured au naturel within the pages of the magazine, Hef’s friends mourned his loss.

We’re sharing a handful of our favorites…

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— Keith Richards (@officialKeef) September 28, 2017

RIP Hugh Hefner. Probably one of the only deaths in history where no one will say ‘he’s in a better place now’ #RIPHef

— Nick Nevern (@NickNevern) September 28, 2017

The U.S. Army’s official Facebook page posted this on Sept. 29

From 1994’s Playmate of the Year…

RIP #Hef Thank you for being a revolutionary and changing so many people’s lives, especially mine. I hope I made you proud. 😓#PMOY 94 ❤️ pic.twitter.com/sF9ARYgEpw

— Jenny McCarthy (@JennyMcCarthy) September 28, 2017

Remembering an American icon and a true pop culture trailblazer. Honored to be part of the @Playboy legacy alongside my friend @HerbRitts. Rest In Peace #HughHefner ❤️

A post shared by Cindy Crawford (@cindycrawford) on Sep 28, 2017 at 3:26am PDT

Nancy Sinatra appeared on the magazine’s cover in 1995, at the age of 54.

One of the nicest men I’ve ever known. Godspeed, Hugh Hefner. pic.twitter.com/457cchqskO

— Nancy Sinatra (@NancySinatra) September 28, 2017

From multiple cover subject Pamela Anderson

Goodbye #Hef Mr Hefner I have so many thoughts, I have no brain n right now to edit I am me because of you You taught me everything important about freedom and respect. Outside of my family You were the most important person in my life. You gave me my life… People tell me all the time That I was your favorite… I’m in such deep shock. But you were old, your back hurt you so much. Last time I saw you You were using a walker. You didn’t want me to see. You couldn’t hear. You had a piece of paper in your pocket you showed me – with my name Pamela with a heart around it. Now, I’m falling apart. This feeling is so crazy. It’s raining in Paris now. I’m by the window. Everything anyone loves about me is because you understood me. Accepted me and encouraged me to be myself. Love like no one else. Live recklessly With unfiltered abandon. You said the magazine was about a girl like me. That I embody the spirit you fantasized about. I was the one. You said. I can hear you say – Be brave. There are no rules. Live your life I’m proud of you. There are no mistakes. And with men – Enjoy … (Your wonderful laugh) You have the world by the tail You are a good girl And you are so loved – You are not crazy. You are wild and free Stay strong, Stay vulnerable. … “It’s movie time” You loved my boys … You were always, always there for us. With your love Your crazy wisdom. I will miss your everything. Thank you for making the world a better place. A freeer and sexier place. You were a gentleman charming, elegant, chivalrous And so much fun. Goodbye Hef … Your Pamela 💋

A post shared by The Pamela Anderson Foundation (@pamelaanderson) on Sep 27, 2017 at 11:35pm PDT

From longtime pal Larry King

Hugh Hefner was a GIANT in publishing, journalism, free speech & civil rights. He was a true original, and he was my friend. Rest well Hef. pic.twitter.com/bJ1wxoK4gR

— Larry King (@kingsthings) September 28, 2017