People Today (magazine)
People Today was an adult magazine founded in early 1950s. The first issue was published on June 20, 1950 and featured Faye Emerson on the Cover. People Today was a "pocket digest" which was published weekly. The small 4 X 6 magazine format fit perfectly in the breast pocket of a gentleman's suit coat or in a woman's pocket book. One of the unique characteristics of People Today was the attractive photos of beautiful,sexy women often scantily clothed on the front and back covers. Because of this, People Today soon became categorized as a risque or cheesecake periodical. People Today featured models,celebrities,the elite,news you can use and people in the know. The magazine was published into the 1970s, following the steps of Playboy and Modern Man.
The magazine featured many popular models such as Pat Sheehan, Mara Corday, Marilyn Monroe, Jayne Mansfield, Elizabeth Taylor, June Blair, and Jean Carroll. Subjects of the magazine included women, money, celebrities, and gossip.