Ellen Stratton

Biography

Ellen Stratton, born on June 9, 1939, in Marietta, Mississippi, is an American model best known for her work with Playboy magazine. She gained prominence as the Playmate of the Month for December 1959 and became the first official Playmate of the Year in 1960. Stratton's features and presence in the magazine contributed to the evolving image of women in popular culture during the late 1950s and early 1960s. Throughout her career, she has been recognized for her contributions to the modeling industry. Stratton's legacy continues to be associated with her role in Playboy's history.