Collector creates page with Playboy collection.
One of the biggest enthusiasts of Playboy magazine in Brazil is radio broadcaster Geylson Paiva, resident in São Luís (MA). At 37 years old, he dedicates himself to an impressive collection that covers all national editions released in the country since 1975 until its closure in 2017, totaling more than 500 copies meticulously kept at his home.
Using this vast collection, Geylson established a website where the content of these publications is made available free of charge. His vision is to transform the magazine's memory into something accessible to everyone: “I created this space with respect, allowing people to have access to an unmissable treasure, a historical representation of our country over four decades,” he explains.
The portal, called Inside Playboy Brasil, goes beyond nude images, also offering access to sections such as detailed interviews, humor and reports. It is a solitary endeavor, in which the site's creator gradually shares his vast collection, a process that will still require a considerable period of time for all the content to be available online.
Some of the women portrayed in the magazine do not have good memories of this period, but there are those who see it in a positive way. Isadora Ribeiro, actress and former highlight of the opening of “Fantástico” in the 1980s, is one of them. She sees the page as an opportunity for Internet users to enjoy the photos and other content that the magazine offered.
Some former muses even contacted Paiva to express gratitude for the posts. “One person who was happy was Solange Couto, I rescued an internal shoot of hers and it had a lot of repercussions, a lot of people didn't even know that she had done this shoot naked”, says the collector. Another actress who approved this initiative was Monique Lafond.
The collector emphasizes that his intention in creating the page was not to make a profit.
He emphasizes that he does not obtain financial gains and does not allow any form of advertising: “I left the site open, without advertising, precisely so as not to generate income for myself”, he states.
As a precaution, Paiva always properly credits everyone involved in the rehearsals.
Although he has no interest in making a profit, he also doesn't consider losing money on Inside Playboy.
However, he acknowledges the issue of image rights: “I know there are image rights involved, people have these rights over this material; That’s why I couldn’t charge, it wouldn’t make sense,” he highlights.
When asked if he has already received offers to sell a specific edition, he clarifies that he does not use this for commercial purposes: “There are people who are dedicated to selling and exchanging copies, many have approached me, but I do not get involved in this type of activity and I make a point of maintain this separation.”
This situation raises an interesting question about privacy and the evolution of people over time.
Often, celebrities who have been involved in magazines like Playboy go through significant transformations in their lives, changing their values, beliefs and even their career choices.
On the one hand, the collector may be acting within legal limits by displaying his collection, but it is crucial to consider how this may affect the former muses' privacy and peace of mind.
They have every right to pursue new paths in their lives and it is understandable that they may feel uncomfortable or disturbed by the continued display of a past that they may prefer to leave behind.
Despite the favorable response from the public (her Instagram profile has just over 20 thousand followers), some former muses expressed displeasure with the memory, as they followed other post-nudity paths.
Respect for each individual’s personal journey is fundamental. It is important that collectors act with sensitivity and consideration, understanding that people's past, especially when it comes to a professional decision, does not necessarily define who they are today.
At the same time, former muses can seek legal support or take steps to protect their privacy and image if they feel they are being harmed by the continued display of this collection.
THE END OF AN ERA!
Playboy magazine ended its operations under publisher Abril in 2015, after 40 years, leaving a legion of nostalgic admirers.
Throughout its history, the magazine has exposed the biggest Brazilian stars around the world and conducted interviews with renowned personalities.
Former model Magda Cotrofe reflects on her participation: “I did my covers (85/86/87) at a time when the magazine was at its peak, only people of great importance were present; Being part of this story was very rewarding.”
Actress Cláudia Alencar recalls the behind-the-scenes of her rehearsal in 1987, “I put on an Edith Piaf song and did what I know how to do: dance; and Wolfenson made the clicks.”
In 2016, a new group took control of the magazine, which went from a monthly to a seasonal publication, but this change was short-lived.
The magazine went out of circulation in 2017. The easy access to eroticism on digital media may have represented a point of no return for publications aimed at an adult audience.
The magazine arrived in Brazil in August 1975, initially titled A Revista do Homem, facing limitations imposed by censorship, which established rules that today seem almost comical; only one breast could be shown. It was not until July 1978 that the Playboy title was authorized.
