Kimberly Hefner Praises Late Husband Amid Casting Controversy Over Playboy Film

Hugh Hefner's Ex-Wife Shares Flattering Tribute Ahead of 'Playmates'

Variety • 11 oct. 22h59

Kimberly Hefner posted a statement praising Hugh Hefner after his former wife Crystal Harris accused him of abuse, coinciding with news that Jessica Biel will portray a fictional Hefner wife in the upcoming film “Playmates.”

Hugh Hefner’s Widow Has a Reminder for Jessica Biel

The Cut • 09 oct. 15h32

Crystal Harris, the late publisher's widow, sent Jessica Biel a direct message asking her to reconsider portraying a fictionalized Hefner wife, citing concerns about the film's portrayal of Playboy.

Hugh Hefner's widow urges Jessica Biel to turn down role in Playboy film

USA Today • 09 oct. 11h59

Crystal Harris, the late Hugh Hefner's widow, sent Jessica Biel a direct message urging her not to portray a fictionalized version of Hefner's wife in the upcoming film "Playmates," citing concerns about romanticizing abuse.

Crystal Hefner Asks Jessica Biel "Please Reconsider" 'Playmates' Role

Deadline • 09 oct. 03h23

Crystal Hefner asked actress Jessica Biel to rethink portraying a fictional wife of Hugh Hefner in the film "Playmates," citing concerns about glorifying the Playboy legacy.

Hugh Hefner Widow Asks Jessica Biel Reconsider Role as His Wife

The Hollywood Reporter • 09 oct. 01h22

Crystal Harris, the late Hugh Hefner's former wife, has asked actress Jessica Biel to rethink portraying a fictionalized version of Hefner's spouse in the film Playmates, citing concerns about romanticizing the Playboy brand and alleged abuse.

Hugh Hefner’s Widow Crystal Harris Asks Jessica Biel to ‘Please Reconsider’ Playing His Wife: ‘I Experienced Sexual, Emotional…Physical Abuse’

Yahoo • 09 oct. 00h29

Crystal Harris, Hugh Hefner’s former wife, has asked Jessica Biel to rethink portraying a fictionalized version of Hefner’s spouse in the Searchlight production “Playmates,” citing concerns over the film’s portrayal of the Playboy legacy.

Crystal Hefner Asks Jessica Biel Not to Play Hugh Hefner's Wife in New Movie

TMZ • 08 oct. 18h56

Crystal Hefner, Hugh Hefner's widow, sent Jessica Biel a direct message urging her to reconsider a role that could portray Hefner and the Playboy brand in a favorable light.