Anna Nicole Smith helped Playboy model Sandra Taylor launch her career
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Key Points:
- Sandra Taylor, a 1990s Playboy cover girl once called Hugh Hefner's "most sexy model," credits her friendship with Anna Nicole Smith for launching her modeling career after Smith encouraged her to audition for Playboy's 40th anniversary search.
- Originally pursuing a career in mathematics, Taylor shifted to modeling following the sudden death of her father, which led her to embrace opportunities in Playboy, acting, and romance novel covers, including dating Fabio.
- Taylor maintained a close friendship with Hefner, enjoying access to his home and jet, and recalls his infectious laugh and kindness, which positively influenced her life and career.
- As an actress, Taylor worked with notable directors and stars like Garry Marshall, Steven Seagal, and Dan Aykroyd, who generously supported her early career, including buying her SAG card.
- After losing her home in the 2025 Palisades Fire, Taylor reinvented herself as a professional sommelier at Allegiant Stadium and co-created Raider Rosé, embracing new challenges with resilience and pride.
