November 28, 1938 - September 4, 1999 / Sagittarius / Age 60
Joni Mattis was an American-born Playboy model, glamour model. She was born under the sign of Sagittarius on November 28, 1938 in Chicago, Illinois, United States. Her birth name is Joan Elizabeth Mattis.
Joni Mattis was Playboy Playmate of the Month for November 1960. She was awarded the prestigious title of Playboy Playmate at the age of 21. Her measurements are 33-18-32. Joni Mattis had natural breasts, soulful brown eyes, and brown hair.
Joni Mattis was a close friend, personal secretary, and assistant to Playboy founder Hugh Hefner. Born into modest circumstances, Mattis found herself in a difficult situation as a young housewife and mother in a troubled marriage when she crossed paths with Hefner. Her life took a significant turn after he offered her support and an opportunity to work with him.
Her pictorial was photographed by Jerry White. Her association with the magazine extended far beyond her modeling debut. She relocated to Chicago, where she began working closely with Hefner, eventually becoming a trusted assistant and confidante during Playboy's formative years.
Hefner later revealed that Mattis, struggling in an unhappy marriage, eventually divorced and embraced a new chapter in her life, contributing significantly to Playboy's operations. She even became a romantic interest of Hefner, further solidifying her place in the Playboy legacy.
Joni Mattis's story exemplifies a journey of transformation, from a challenging personal life to becoming an integral figure in one of the most iconic brands in publishing history.