Betty Paige -

Bettie Mae Page (1923–2008), known simply as , was an American model who became the undisputed "Queen of Pinups" in the 1950s. With her signature jet-black bangs, vibrant blue eyes, and rebellious, cheerful persona, she redefined beauty standards and pop culture, leaving an indelible mark on fashion, art, and fetish culture. Her career was relatively short—lasting roughly from 1950 to 1957—but her impact has spanned decades, with a resurgence in popularity from the 1980s onward.

Shortly before graduating high school, she met William E. "Billy" Neal, whom she married in 1943 before he served in World War II. The Rise of the Pinup Queen (1950s) betty paige

She appeared in the early issues of Playboy magazine, becoming the Playmate of the Month in January 1955. The Disappearance and Later Life Bettie Mae Page (1923–2008), known simply as ,