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: This issue was released during a high-profile "Passing of the Torch" feud between the mature "bombshell" Sable and the younger fan-favorite Torrie Wilson. Fan Reception
While Sable broke the barrier, Torrie Wilson became the poster child for the WWE- Playboy brand throughout the 2000s. Her first solo cover in May 2003 (and subsequent covers) solidified the relationship between the two brands.
The issue of Playboy featuring WWE Divas Torrie Wilson and
The magazine's release sparked an on-screen rivalry with Raw Divas Stacy Keibler and Miss Jackie, who were portrayed as jealous of the cover stars. This led to a "Playboy Evening Gown Match" at WrestleMania XX , which Sable and Torrie won. Review Highlights