3/21/2005
Here is an official statement that I received just recently from “Mike” Simons and Lee Migliara of Playgirl Magazine. Posted in it’s entirety for your viewing without comment (for now):
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
The following is a statement from PLAYGIRL Magazine regarding the dismissal of Michele Zipp, editor-in-chief:
New York, NY, March 21, 2005 - “For more than 30 years, the Playgirl name has been synonymous with freedom and empowerment.for women, by women, about women. Playgirl values all political affiliations and anyone on its staff is free to express those opinions.
In our decision to replace Ms. Zipp, the magazine is taking a new direction editorially and creatively. We wish only the best for Michele in her future endeavors.
Contact: “Mike” Simons/Lee Migliara
PLAYGIRL
Email: pr@playgirlmag.com
This is what I’m getting out of this statement:
- Michele Zipp WAS fired - The statement confirms it beyond a doubt. The whole spiel regarding the magazine “taking a new direction editorially and creatively” is interesting, to say the least.
- Even if this was just a normal decision related to a shift in “creative direction,” they are going to be in spin control mode for a while. The timing is just horrible!
- I realize that the magazine was originally founded “for women, by women”, but I don’t think that is their only constituency.
They should be more open about that.
What is the real answer here? I have no idea. I’m not unsympathetic to Playgirl Magazine’s situation. At the same time, as I mentioned, the timing is horrible.
Thanks,
David
3 Comments
Statement From Playgirl RE: Michele Zipp
An official statement received from “Mike” Simons & Lee Migliara of Playgirl Magazine.
Trackback by Blogcritics — 3/21/2005 @ 6:07 pm
Amen, brother.
Comment by ladystrange2k — 3/23/2005 @ 4:34 pm
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