A savvy shopper was amazed to stumble upon Donald Trump’s forgotten Playboy cover while browsing through a thrift store. The shopper shared a photo of the unexpected discovery on social media, highlighting the intrigue of the find.
The Playboy magazine, dated March 1990, features an interview with Donald Trump, as well as articles on various topics such as ‘Rock and racism’, ‘fax ‘n’ figures’, ‘cars 1990’, and ‘world-class playmates from our far-flung empire’. In the image, a 43-year-old Trump is dressed in a white shirt, black trousers, a black bowtie, and subtle Playboy cufflinks, standing next to a woman with long brown hair who appears delighted.
The article inside is titled ‘Playboy interview: Donald Trump, a candid conversation with the decade’s most flamboyant billionaire on deal making, self-promotion, world affairs, and how much is enough’.
During a Q&A segment about his personal life, Trump deflects questions about his marriage, emphasizing the privacy of his personal relationships. Despite this, he engages in a discussion about flirtations and the importance of positive responses from others, particularly in certain social circles.
In another part of the interview, Trump shares his ideal job, reminiscing about the glamour and control present in the entertainment industry of the 1930s and 1940s.
The shopper purchased the magazine for $1.50 (£1.12) and noted its resale value online at around $100 (£74.60) to $150 (£111.90). Comments from other enthusiasts highlighted the appeal of collecting vintage magazines like Playboy for their content and historical significance.
The discovery sparked conversations among collectors, with users sharing their experiences of finding and enjoying vintage publications like Playboy and Reader’s Digest from past decades.