Carmen Electra Returns to Playboy 30 Years After Her First Cover

Three decades after her first appearance in Playboy, Carmen Electra is back in the pages of the iconic magazine.

The 54-year-old actress and model stars in Playboy's Summer 2026 issue, which hits newsstands on July 28. Photographed by Max Montgomery, Electra channels the glamour of her legendary 1990s shoots, posing in a fishnet bodysuit, a leather corset, fishnet stockings, and sky-high heels.

This time, Carmen's role extends beyond the photoshoot. She also appears as a special Playboy advice columnist, answering readers' questions about love, self-confidence, and starting over.

Responding to one recently divorced reader, Electra encouraged her to embrace change without fear.

"Who cares if it sounds cliché? Just do it," she advised.

Speaking about aging, the actress also had some unexpected advice for men over 40.

"Nothing. Absolutely nothing needs to change. Stay youthful, have fun, and be attractive," she said.

Electra also reflected on the profound impact Prince had on her career. Early in her journey, the legendary musician not only believed in her potential but also gave her the stage name Carmen Electra. According to the actress, he helped her gain the confidence she needed to succeed. She recently made the name her legal one.

Throughout her career, Electra has appeared on more than 150 Playboy covers around the world. In the new issue, she is joined by Cara Delevingne, who became the first openly lesbian woman to appear on the cover of the magazine's print edition.

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