Carol Shaya Bio
Carol Shaya is an Israeli Actress, model, trainer, and former NYC police officer. She was born Carol Jovana Shaya on February 4, 1969, in Tel-Aviv, Israel. She appeared as a Playboy Muse in August 1996 at 27. Her appearance came during Playboy's 1990s print era, a period increasingly shaped by entertainment and celebrity culture.
Shaya has natural breasts, brown eyes and blond hair. Her measurements are 34-24-35.
Her journey took an unexpected turn when her employment was abruptly terminated upon her appearance in the August 1994 issue of Playboy magazine. In response to this life-altering event, Shaya took a bold step and filed a lawsuit against the department, seeking $10,000,000 in damages for wrongful dismissal and gender discrimination. In her legal claim, she pointed out that male officers who had appeared in explicit adult films, not just softcore pictorials, had faced only suspensions and not terminations, raising questions of fairness and equality.
While her lawsuit stirred both attention and controversy, it faced criticism from notable figures like Stanley Crouch, who voiced their opinions during an American Enterprise Institute speech. In the case titled "Shaya-Castro vs. New York City Police Department," the judgment ultimately ruled against her and was upheld on appeal, marking a significant chapter in her life.
Today, Carol Shaya resides in the vibrant heart of West Hollywood, California, where she has embraced a diverse array of roles as a Personal Trainer, Actress, and Model. Her presence in the entertainment world is further solidified by her membership in the prestigious Screen Actor's Guild, a testament to her enduring resilience and pursuit of her passions.
