Heather Kozar

When we think of the classic Playboy blonde, we think of the sizzling Heather Kozar. Hailing from Akron, Ohio, Heather was raised Christian, but as a modern woman, she doesn't consider nude modeling a sin. "My mom tried to instill strict morals and values in me," she says. "But you know what? Nudity is art. It's an honor to be chosen out of thousands of women to pose for Playboy." As our Miss January 1998, Heather got the year off to a great start - she moved to Los Angeles, became a frequent guest at the Playboy Mansion and made a number of A-list acquaintances. "I was star-struck by George Clooney," she says, allowing herself to laugh. "I'm humble, and I don't strut my stuff!" Sooner than later, Heather was on the A-list herself - she was named Playmate of the Year 1999, and pretty soon, men the world over were salivating over her Marilyn Monroe-esque beauty. "I've gotten that my whole life," she says humbly. "That I look like Marilyn. So for my PMOY shoot, it was fun to do it up with a makeup artist and costumes!" When she's not in front of the camera, Heather lives life to the fullest - she spends her time traveling, tanning in her backyard and going out for indulgent dinners with her boyfriend. "I'm happier now than I've ever been," she says. "If I hadn't become a Playmate, I'd be kicking myself in ten years!" Well, Heather, you're Playmate of the Year - so you're a treasured part of the family for all time.