Rosanna Davison, Kim Kardashian and Paris Hilton are among the stars who have paid tribute to Playboy mogul Hugh Heffner.
The iconic magazine founder died on Wednesday 27 September, aged 91, at his famous home, The Playboy Mansion.
Many models and celebrities who graced the pages of the publication paid tribute to the Hollywood star.
Model Rosanna Davison and Ireland's only ever Playboy covergirl took to social media to express her sadness.
Actress Jenny Dixon, who plays Kerri-Ann in Fair City, posted a touching tribute to Heff and thanked him for inviting her to the Playboy Mansion.
The parties,the smiles, people I was blessed2meet, your beautiful family, your charisma,your energy, your generosity,ThankYou #HughHefner
— Jenny Dixon (@JennyleeDixon) September 28, 2017
Paris Hilton posted a sweet message about the Playboy founder.
So sad to hear the news about @HughHefner. 😢 #RIPHef pic.twitter.com/IQiEYhMfvf
— Paris Hilton (@ParisHilton) September 28, 2017
Kim Kardashian, who graced the cover of Hugh Hefner's famous magazine in 2007, said:
RIP to the legendary Hugh Hefner! I’m so honored to have been a part of the Playboy team! You will be greatly missed! Love you Hef! Xoxo
— Kim Kardashian West (@KimKardashian) September 28, 2017
Former Baywatch star Carmen Electra shared a lovely picture of the pair cuddling up together.
Musician Gene Simmons shared a personal picture of the pair embracing and expressed his love for his close friend.
We love you #hef #HughHefner pic.twitter.com/gr5DXSH22D
— Gene Simmons (@genesimmons) September 28, 2017
Actor Rob Lowe revealed he will miss his in-depth conversations with Hugh Hefner.
I had a number of great conversations and with Hugh Hefner. Was such an interesting man. True legend. What an end of an era!
— Rob Lowe (@RobLowe) September 28, 2017
One of the nicest men I've ever known. Godspeed, Hugh Hefner. pic.twitter.com/457cchqskO
— Nancy Sinatra (@NancySinatra) September 28, 2017
2 Broke Girls actress Kat Dennings revealed how Heff was lovely to her mother.
I met Hugh Hefner at the Playboy mansion. He was very nice to my mom. Don't ask. #RIPHef
— Kat Dennings (@OfficialKat) September 28, 2017
Thank you everyone for the well wishes.The Drs at Cedars were great & removed the cancer immediately. Im as healthy as can be & back at work pic.twitter.com/80BsmdYgPW
— Larry King (@kingsthings) September 13, 2017
1st met him months B4 #SW opened-Expected stereotyped swinger/wildman not the kind-thoughtful loyal friend he always was to ML & me #RIPHef😭 pic.twitter.com/r5Jbyg9TMH
— Mark Hamill (@HamillHimself) September 28, 2017
Hefner's son Cooper Hefner, the chief creative officer of Playboy Enterprises, said in a statement: "My father lived an exceptional and impactful life as a media and cultural pioneer and a leading voice behind some of the most significant social and cultural movements of our time in advocating free speech, civil rights and sexual freedom.
"He will be greatly missed by many, including his wife Crystal, my sister Christie and my brothers David and Marston and all of us at Playboy Enterprises."
Reality TV star Kendra Wilkinson, who was 18 when she first moved into the Playboy Mansion with a then 78-year-old Hefner, paid tribute to her ex-boyfriend, calling him "an angel" in her life.
"Hef changed my life. He made me the person I am today. I couldn't be more thankful for our friendship and our time together. I will miss him so much but he will be in my heart forever," she said in a statement to People.
American Icon and Playboy Founder, Hugh M. Hefner passed away today. He was 91. #RIPHef pic.twitter.com/tCLa2iNXa4
— Playboy (@Playboy) September 28, 2017
