'Secrets of Playboy' director explains why she filmed documentary now: 'These women need to be heard'
Playboy is recognized as an empire where sexuality is celebrated. But during its decades-long reign, many witnessed a dark side that remained hidden – until now. Alexandra Dean’s 10-part docuseries for A&E, "Secrets of Playboy," aims to look at the brand’s complicated legacy and its founder Hugh Hefner, who died in 2017 at age 91.