Who says May-Miss December romances don't work?
Hugh Hefner, the 84-year-old Viagra-popping founder of Playboy, is tying the knot for the third time.
This time the lucky gal is 24-year-old Crystal Harris, December 2009 playmate of the month.
“When I gave Crystal the ring, she burst into tears,” Hefner posted on his Twitter account. "This is the happiest Christmas weekend in memory."
“Yes, the ring I gave Crystal is an engagement ring," he clarified later for those asking if it was merely a Christmas present or a step forward for the couple.
Hefner posted that he and Harris spent the night before Christmas watching a movie, then exchanging gifts. Hefner had a few for his girlfriend, which Harris tweeted pictures of, including the legendary diamond Playboy watch.
His big gift was the engagement ring. It was a "memorable Christmas Eve together," Hefner tweeted.
Video: The world's ultimate playboy gets engaged
Hefner's love life has, of course, been well documented – including the popular reality show showcasing a trio of girlfriends in "The Girls Next Door."
Hefner and his previous wife, 1988 playmate of the year Kimberley Conrad, were married in 1989 and separated in 1998. They divorced this year. Now Hefner will walk down the aisle half a century after his first marriage in 1959 to Mildred Williams.
But if you think Hef might not be the exact icon of monogamy or a perfect relationship, he begs to differ. In an interview with RadarOnline.com after the breakup of Sandra Bullock and Jesse James, he said more than anyone, he knows all of the sides to a relationship – and what makes one work.
"I was married and completely faithful for eight years," he told Radar. "I lived a single life, a playboy lifestyle, before and after it, but while I was married I was faithful to it." Hefner told the New York Times magazine in July that he uses Viagra – which he called "God's little helper" – a couple of times a week.
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People hate him because they couldn't do the same.
Stop being so hypocritical and give cudos and respect to this romantic man, which he deserves.
You really need an IQ
Middle Life Wifes hate too him because he picks younger and more beatiful then them.
Stop taking this as an insult to yourself, becasue it is not, unless you wanted it this way.
MLW = Jealous
That guy has lived the life every man would love to live.
This reminds me of the marriage of another blond big boobed bombshell to a rich wrinkled octogenarian–and how did that one turn out?
Congratulations to Hef and Crystal! I totally understand this – every woman (deep down inside) wants a man to take care of her (especially women whose dads died when they were young, just like Crystal) and Hef is a romantic, bright, successful man. She's beautiful and sweet, he's a catch and a half, so what's the problem? CONGRAULTATIONS TO THE HAPPY COUPLE!
Oh yeah this romantic only needs one other thing to tote around, his shovel. Get real his wallet is the interest here and nothing more.
My question is. how old does this guy have to be before he grows up? He is so imature he cant even have a normal relationship with a normal adult. His kids are more mature than he is.
No, it's not jealousy. It's called sanity. There should be a law against old men and women poaching for lovers who are young enough to be their children. It's gross.
Pete@ "Shows how women are so Ingeneously so desporate. Fake nails, boobs, make up, hair, & above all Self Esttem."
She is like that because that is what Men pay for...
I am happy for them, he gets to end his days with someone he finds beautiful and she gets a nice retirement. Who are we to judge if they are both happy.
Another Hef worshiper
This article made me pass gas. I like passing gas. I like it even more when I light it.
I like passing gas in the bathtub.
Duckers – watch out for the logs....
only one reason why young females marry way older guys, FOR $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$ . Shes gonna use up hef hahahahah
Which female who is a 7 or better marry not for money??? What is the leading cause of divorce..?? husband can't find a job!!!
@Mike.....taking into account the money and resources this man has amassed in his lifetime, I don't think there is woman out there that could "use him up." And Hef didn't get to where he's at by being a dumb a$$.
no way ..women want kind caring men who appreciate them and show it.....actions speak louder that words.... most men don't do that.....money is only important as long as you are at least middle class .. ...rich is not important,...
Has there ever been a pretty girl marrying some poor old guy. No wonder they call women like these gold-diggers. But I suppose if you are Hugh and have the money to pay for it then why not. Life! This is Hugh's way of donating to charity!
poor is relative. Alot of HOT young girls fromn asia will marry what we consider poor 1 – so they can escape their own poverty 2 – they can give something to their parents 3 – maybe just maybe because the loves HER and treats her like a queen AND SHE KNOWS SHE WILL NEVER GET THAT AGAIN IN HER HOME COUNTRY. Sorry about the cap locks there.
I feel sorry for her. He'll be dead soon, but she will have to live with the memories of that old perverted geezer on top of her for the rest of her life.
Yea, she will have that image–lol
mercman – you are probably some fat pimple faced ugly JEALOUS and POOR 20 year old that can't get even a fat ugly woman to date you.........too funny!
No Ross, I'm a 41 year old that has been married to hot, blonde for over 20 years. I'm 6ft tall & weigh 190 lbs. It just sickens me to see these young women do something this stupid. Money isn't everything. I feel sorry for her dad too. He would have to be ashamed.
"... which Harris Tweeted a picture of." ? Seriously? Are there any copy editors left at CNN? Good grief.
A gold digger and her sugar daddy. Make's me want to puke.
Bull, you're just jealous he's banging her and you're not... I take it you're kinda cowed today eh?
Of course she cried. Cried from relief that she is going to be rich after she marries him no matter what happens. I am sure there will be a prenup, but you know she is going to get something in that prenup.
Wow!!!!! Gives me some hope!!!!!!!
Why in the world would he get married at this stage? Must need somebody to help him soak his teeth at night. YUK! The things some women won't do for money.
Ya she can Change her Child's AND Husbands diaper st the same time.... What a convenience!
Well, that's one prenup I'd LOVE to read!
Time to buy stock in Viagra...I'm sure he's gonna need as much as he can get....
Hef is a true humanitarian much like the Gates. His nitch just happens to be caring for all the starving bimbo's of the world.
Someone has to take care of them. Perhaps they'll start a charity called, "Save The Bimbos." Lindsay Lohan can host the late night beg-o-mercials.
Too bad I'm not in the advertising/marketing field. Whomever signs the lovely couple to endorse Cialis or Viagra and the entire line of K-Y products are going to make a fortune.
The old crow has been divorced twice. At his age why does he even bother with marriage?
Nothing says love more, than a 60 year age difference.