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(Note: The following are brief versions of a few articles found and have been placed in chronological order, starting with the first time Stephanie Adams was featured in Playboy, and ending with the most recent media coverage about Stephanie Adams towards the end of the list. Be sure to take a look at this entire section before or after you view the latest. Most articles include photos that can be viewed within the publications, but not on this page. Complete versions of some of the interviews can be found by visiting the links located at the bottom of this page or by doing a search for the publisher of the article on the internet.)
Playboy Magazine -- Miss November 1992 Centerfold Feature
IF THEY COULD SEE HER NOW -- MISS NOVEMBER, A DESCENDANT OF THAT ADAMS FAMILY, HAS BIG PLANS "I had a teacher who once told me 'C plus B equals A.' Meaning: 'If you conceive and believe, you will achieve.'" Meet Stephanie Adams of Jersey City, New Jersey, superachiever -- not to mention fashion model, artist, clothing designer and, of particular note this election month, a relative of the second and sixth presidents of the United States. "Yup, I'm blood-related to John and John Quincy Adams," Stephanie says with a shrug, quickly adding that her aunt Bootsy has the paperwork to back up the claim of presidential lineage. "Family lore has it that John had a couple of girlfriends and, well, you know..." Then she breaks into a laugh. But the celebrated ancestry of the Adams family is just one aspect of Stephanie's already remarkable life. At 22, she's headed for the big time and shows no sign of slowing down. "There are so many things I want to do," says the part-West Indian, part-Irish, part-Cherokee, completely gorgeous model. "I want to be on the cover of every magazine -- the female equivalent of Michael Jackson. This is where I belong." When Stephanie was small, her folks were always on the road -- Dad is in public relations for Harrah's casinos -- so she was raised by her aunts Pearl and Joyce, both former models, in Orange, New Jersey. It was the aunts who gave her the modeling bug. "Joyce was the Wella hair girl in the Sixties," says Stephanie. "I've posed in front of the camera since I was in diapers." Stephanie attended Catholic school from kindergarten through high school, dabbling mostly in art (the nuns actually put her sketches of nudes on display), clothing design (her fantasy label: Einahpets -- or Stephanie spelled backward) and interior design. "When I was eight, my reading material was "House Beautiful," "Architectural Digest" and "Vogue." I decorated my dollhouses and crocheted blankets for my dolls. I took it all very seriously." By the time she reached the tenth grade, Stephanie hit new heights -- five foot eight, to be exact -- and that's when she decided to become a model. "I was sixteen and I realized that I really could do it." Charm school was the first order of business. Stephanie took classes in everything from speech to make-up to behavior. That year, she booked her first gig, the video for George Benson's "Masquerade." "I played the love interest of a Mafia guy who winds up getting killed," she recalls. Next, it was off to college at nearby Fairleigh Dickinson University, where Stephanie landed degrees in business management and marketing "so I could market myself as a model and manage the money I made." After graduation, the jobs began to roll in: a stint on "The Cosby Show" ("I danced at one of Theo Huxtable's parties"), a string of rap videos on MTV and ads for Sprite and Clairol. Her newfound success also brought her into contact with some of New York's rich and famous, including Donald Trump ("He approached me at a loft party and began with, 'You look familiar...'"), Eddie Murphy ("My girlfriends and I met him at the China Club and we all went back to his house in Jersey. He was a perfect gentleman"), New York Mets outfielder Daryl Boston ("We've always been buddies") and Dolph Lundgren ("We met at Grace Jones's birthday party"). Last spring, Stephanie wandered into Playboy's Chicago offices on a lingerie photo assignment. Our photographer took one look at her and whisked her off to meet Senior Photo Editor Michael Ann Sullivan. Within two weeks, John Adams' great-great-etc.-granddaughter became a Playmate. In other words, C plus B equals A -- or, in this case, A-plus. Photography by Richard Fegley For more information about this article, visit www.Playboy.com or buy an autographed copy of the magazine via www.StephanieAdams.com.
Playboy TV -- The World Of Playboy -- Premieres October 7, 1992 The Hottest News From Inside Playboy! (Photo: Stephanie Adams) This month, meet gorgeous super achiever and playmate Stephanie Adams, a fashion model, artist and clothing designer, now starring in her own video centerfold.
Playboy TV -- Playboy At Night -- Premieres October 10, 1992 Stunning Stephanie Is Your Host (Photo: Stephanie Adams) This 22-year-old beauty is headed for the big time with no sign of slowing down. She's Stephanie Adams, Playboy's Miss November, and your host throughout October for an outstanding line-up you won't want to miss!
Daily News -- Article By Richard Johnson -- Wednesday, October 14, 1992 Playmates, Spin-doctors for Clinton (Photo: John Quincy Adams -- What would sixth Prez make of Steph?) It seems just about hopeless for President Bush, what with all the important opinion-makers jumping on the Clinton-Gore bandwagon. The latest endorsement for the Democrats: Playboy's Miss November, Stephanie Adams, 22, who claims to be a direct descendant of the second and sixth Presidents of the U.S. Before you get to the centerfold (unmarred by staples these days), the 34C-23 1/2-34 beauty says she'll save herself for Bill Clinton on Election Day. "I like him," Adams said. "He's intelligent and he has charisma, both qualities important to leadership." Her turn-ons? "Big cats, fast cars, Nintendo, kisses and music."
New York Post -- "Page Six" By Richard Johnson -- Thursday, October 15, 1992 (Photo: Stephanie -- Good Friends) The last time we saw Playboy centerfold Stephanie Adams, she was thisclose to Ch. 9 talk-show host Richard Bey. Recently, however, the November playmate made sure we understood that she and the talk show host are "just friends" and that Elite Models guru John Casablancas is her main squeeze. Interestingly, Casablancas' assistant, Marie, also used the "very good friends" tag to describe her boss' relationship with Adams. Said Marie: "They're not dating."
New York Newsday -- Thursday, October 15, 1992 (Photo: An Admiring Crowd -- Playboy's Stephanie Adams strikes a pose for amateur photographers outside Willoughby's on West 32nd Street. The shutterbugs were competing for free admission to a Learning Annex photo course.)
New York Newsday -- Sunday, November 8, 1992 (Photo: Stephanie Adams) Lisa Gastineau's birthday party was tossed for her with Project X's Julie Jewels and High Voltage at Country Club. The crowd included Wilhelmina model/Playboy Miss November Stephanie Adams, fresh from the arms of Johnny Casablancas - and, as she reminded us repeatedly, now single. Said she: "Hey, I'm allowed to take publicity shots now. I'm on my own. I just couldn't mix business with pleasure anymore."
Daily News -- Article By Richard Johnson -- Thursday, November 5 1992 (Photo: Stephanie Adams: Centerfold leaves Casablancas' fold) All you guys who were admiring Stephanie Adams in the November 1992 issue of Playboy, she's available. The tawny beauty has broken up with John Casablancas and she has quit his Elite modeling agency, too. "He was a Casanova, not a Casablancas," Adams said. She'll resume her life tonight at Country Club, where owner Myles Chefetz is celebrating his birthday.
New York Post -- "Page Six" By Richard Johnson -- Thursday, November 12, 1992 (Photo: Adams -- A Busy Night) And they say it's hard to get a date in New York. It seemed that all Sean Landeta, John Franco and the other jocks at the Country Club Tuesday wanted to talk to 22-year old Stephanie Adams, the November Playmate. But Adams kept mum when asked about her social activities the previous night, when, a source says, she had dinner with Robert De Niro in his TriBeCa apartment, and then went to Donald Trump's apartment for cocktails with the builder.
New York Post -- "Page Six" By Richard Johnson (Photo: Stephanie -- Surfer Girl) Even web-surfers searching for stimulating down-loadables need to see the real thing once in a while. So to launch the new Playmate Home Pages on the Playboy Cyber Club, the flesh-filled magazine is throwing a bash with more than 20 centerfolds of the past 50 years - from Diane Hunter, Miss November 1954, to stunning Stephanie Adams, Miss November 1992. Though VIPs get a first glimpse Saturday night at Fred's Beauty Bar on West 22nd Street, regular oglers can come later in the evening for $25 - including two drinks.
Daily News -- People -- Tuesday, December 1, 1992 (Photo: Celebrating a first at Stricoff Fine Arts Gallery were artist Ruby Mazur and Playboy Playmate Stephanie Adams. Ruby, creator of the classic Rolling Stones lips-'n'-tongue logo of T-shirt immortality, was glorifying in his first local gallery gala. Steph was just there, which is enough.)
Star Magazine -- January 12, 1993 (Photo: Stephanie Adams has dangled on Donald's arms as he strives to forget Ivana.)
Daily News -- Article By Richard Johnson -- Thursday, February 4, 1993 Gurian will celebrate the film's wrap tonight at Country Club with such co-hosts as Playboy's last Miss November, Stephanie Adams, Penthouse's April cover girl Sam Philips, chanteuse Phoebe Legere, and Lisa Gaye, the star of such Troma films as "The Good, the Bad, and the Subhumanoid" and "Toxic Avenger" sequels.
The Philadelphia Inquirer -- Tuesday, October 8, 1996 Two ex-Playmates, Stephanie Adams (November 1992) and Angel Boris (July 1996), will be at the Bourse Building at Independence Mall at noon tomorrow to do something or other with somebody dressed as Benjamin Franklin. It's part of Playboy's Kiss Across America campaign, which seeks to engender passion among couples by getting them to watch Playboy TV together. Beats the debates!
New York Post -- "Page Six" By Richard Johnson -- Tuesday, November 5, 1996 (Photo: Stephanie -- Fight For Me) Armed forces veterans finally have the firm, bountiful, and well-rounded support they deserve - Playboy's Miss November 1992, Stephanie Adams. The patriotic pin-up - and five decades worth of her scantily-clad compatriots splashed in "The Playmate Book" - are tossing a benefit bash called Operation Playmate: A Salute to America's Veterans Nov. 11 at the Motown Cafe. The book launch party raises money for New York-based veterans groups - and gives Adams a chance to inform her drooling fans that she's divorcing her Italian investment banker husband, who must be rich. Her lawyer is Raoul Lionel Felder.
Daily News -- Monday, December 2, 1996 HOT COPY By A.J. Benza The only thing we like better than Playboy playmates on the run from their former husbands, fiances and boyfriends is when they're running straight at us. Either way, we're always thrilled to see them throw off the shackles of commitment. It's better for the sake of fantasy. It looks as though Stephanie Adams, a 1992 centerfold, is officially single again. We reached her the day before Thanksgiving as she headed over to see lawyer Raoul Felder, at $450 an hour. "I'm late, so I can't talk too long, but I'm going to pick up half my settlement today," she told us. Stephanie, a mix of African-American, Cherokee, Sicilian and West Indian, was married to an NYC investment banker for two years before they separated last March. "It's always nice that the holidays are here and I can have some security now," she said. You know we feel more secure already.
Daily News -- Tuesday, February 18, 1997 (Photo: Danelle Folta, Stephanie Adams and Helena Antonaccio bring centerfolds to life for Carlos Moore.) Playmates Salute Veterans Francisco Esquilin was a soldier in Vietnam when Helena Antonaccio first posed for Playboy in 1969. Last week, the still-stunning beauty and the vet stood face to face - and Esquilin could barely contain his glee. "I came back from Nam the year you posed," said Esquilin, now 49 and an outpatient at the Bronx Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Kingsbridge. "Playboy was everywhere in Nam. What do you think we were fighting for, liberty?" Antonaccio was one of four Playboy Playmates to pay a Valentine's Day visit to the hospital. Attracting appreciative stares from former soldiers and sailors young and old. "We got a lot of fan mail from soldiers and veterans from Vietnam," said Antonaccio, who revealed that she would bare all once again in an upcoming issue. "You feel like you know these people sometimes." Stephanie Adams (Miss November 1992), Danelle Folta (Miss April 1995) and Teddi Smith (Miss July 1960) toured the hospital and signed autographs. "It's important that you send a love message to everyone on Valentine's Day," said Smith, who graced the cover of Playboy five times in the 1960s. "Especially to these people here. These people are real heroes." World War II veteran Lindbergh Allen, 68, was half asleep when Folta and Antonaccio walked into his room in the hospital's nursing home - but he was wide awake when he asked for their autographed pictures. "There is a God," he said. "Thank God for them," Folta said of the veterans. "When you realize that these are the people who fought the Nazis, it's kind of moving." Ruth Kerr, 22, stood in the hallway as the Playmates posed for pictures with her fiance - 29-year-old Sean Mahoney, an Army veteran who has been in a wheelchair since being critically injured in a car accident several years ago. "I'm not jealous because I know he doesn't like them," Kerr said. "I plead the Fifth," Mahoney said.
Playboy Magazine -- "Playmate News" -- Fall 1997 Playmate Gossip Playboy and Redken 5th Avenue teamed up with eveningwear designer Cesar Galindo for his fall 1997 collection. For the first time ever, eight Playmates modeled Galindo's clothes: Miss May 1997 Lynn Thomas; 1995 Playmate of the Year Julie Cialini; Miss August 1995 Rachel Jean Marteen; Miss April 1995 Danelle Folta; Miss October 1994 Victoria Zdrok; 40th Anniversary Playmate Anna-Marie Goddard; Miss September 1992 Morena Corwin and Miss November 1992 Stephanie Adams. (Photo: Playmates Strike A Pose -- Fashion designer Cesar Galindo swathed eight Playmates in sophisticated gowns and watercolor pencil skirts and sent them vamping down the runway in his spring New York fashion show. At right, Miss October 1994 Victoria Zdrok strides down the catwalk. Danelle Folta, Stephanie Adams, Anna-Marie Goddard, Morena Corwin, Julie Cialini, Rachel Jean Marteen and Lynn Thomas wait their turn.)
New York Post -- "Page Six" By Richard Johnson -- Sunday, January 18, 1998 The Love Connection: 50 MOST ELIGIBLE BABES IN N.Y. (Alongside, Barbara Walters, Gwyneth Paltrow, Julia Roberts, Liv Tyler, Madonna, Maria Bartiromo, Mariah Carey, etc.) Stephanie Adams, 27. Graceful New Jersey native has been living on the Upper East Side since becoming Playboy's Miss November '92. Pro: Listed first because of alphabetical order on Playboy's Cyber Club. Con: Has no ambition to be an actress, author or painter.
New York Post -- "Page Six" By Richard Johnson -- Saturday, July 14, 2001 Simmins in all-night prowl KISS rocker Gene Simmons lived up his randy reputation during an after-hours crawl for willing women yesterday. Long-tongued and libidinous Simmons guzzled several bottles of champagne with 10 lovelies at Nello's downtown, and simultaneously managed to flirt with the eatery's eye-catching bartender, model Christina Nergresco. Among Simmons' harem was hot-to-trot hat designer Ivy Supersonic, who at one point straddled Simmons' lap, giving diners a revealing view up her skirt that left no doubt about her disdain for underwear. Nello's patrons were also treated to the sight of Simmons lasciviously licking and kissing several of his comely companions. That was just the start. Supersonic - who Page Six readers will recall bedded Oasis frontman Liam Gallagher - followed Simmons and his posse to a party afterwards at midtown restaurant Etoile. There, Simmons, Mets outfielder Jay Payton and Red Sox star Nomar Garciaparra chatted up Playboy Playmate Stephanie Adams and a bevy of other beauties. At about 2 a.m., Simmons and company headed over to Suite 16 in Chelsea after model-wrangling promoter Danny A assured the rocker there would be plenty of nubile young lovelies jiggling on the dance floor. Unfortunately for Simmons, younger and hunkier celebs were getting all the attention, including Mark Wahlberg, Edward Norton, Carson Daly, Guy Oscary and Adrien Brody. Brody, star of "Summer of Sam" and "Saving Private Ryan," was seen flirting with a sexy publicist at the bar, and Daly Oscary, who came together, were also spotted working the crowd. Meg Ryan - sans on-again, off-again playmate Russell Crowe - also stopped by Suite 16, as did solo supermodel Carmen Kass, who may have moved on from long-time boyfriend Richie Akiva. The most curious couple there, was Sean "Puffy" Combs - who spent the night flanked by two bodyguards and pecking away on his two-way pager - accompanied by his litigious ex-lover, Kim Porter. Even though all the star wattage dimmed Simmons' prospects of picking up more women, he remained optimistic. Once he approached Page Six and begged us to introduce him to an attractive acquaintance of ours.
"I've always enjoyed being
controversial." - Stephanie Adams
She Magazine -- Cover Feature -- February 2003 "The other day, I heard our managing editor say to a friend, "Our February issue has it all. Not only is it our anniversary issue, complete with our annual face-lift, but it is also our annual sex issue. The only thing we could do to top that would be a naked woman on the cover." Well, we may not have a completely naked woman on the cover, but we came about as close as it gets with Stephanie Adams, Playboy's Miss November 1992. As she celebrated her 10-year anniversary as a Playboy spokesperson, Stephanie decided it was time to publicly come out of the closet, exclusively with She. Megan Cossey talks with Stephanie about her experience as a centerfold and spokesperson, discovering her true sexuality, her life partner and more." -Sandee Birdsong Pioneering Playmate FROM THE COVER (Photos: Stephanie Adams) According to her Playboy playmate online profile, Miss November 1992 Stephanie Adams' turn-ons include Strawberries and cream, big cats, fast cars, Nintendo, kisses and music. She loves painting, reading and traveling and hopes to one day be a successful actress. Nowhere does it mention that she also really likes women. Of course, as Adams points out, her Playboy persona is not the real her. No kidding. Her Playboy Cyber-Club bio also states that her "Prince Charming" is "Good looking, successful, intelligent, and willing to do anything to make me happy," a bill her current girlfriend may indeed fit - minus one big sticking point. Last December, the 32 year-old Playboy spokesperson, model and November 1992 centerfold, sat down with She magazine amidst the afternoon clatter of a West Village diner in New York City and opened up about ex-boyfriends and an ex-husband, the dawning realization of her sexuality while working in an industry that portrays its models as heterosexual by default and the love that finally gave her the determination to be the first Playboy model to come out publicly as a lesbian.
365Gay.com -- Media Maven By Madge Mucker (Photo: Stephanie Adams) Playboy centerfold Stephanie Adams is the first playmate to come out according to She Magazine. Adams, who bared all for Playboy in November 1992 gives an exclusive interview to the magazine and opened up about ex-boyfriends and an ex-husband, the dawning realization of her sexuality while working in an industry that portrays its models as heterosexual by default and the love that finally gave her the determination to be the first Playboy model to come out publicly as a lesbian. "Just because you're a pretty Playmate doesn't mean you're [necessarily] looking for a guy," she says. "You can also be gay." Stephanie also speaks about her current girlfriend and future plans.
TVandFilmGrrl.com -- WOMEN IN TV AND FILM (Photo: Stephanie Adams) "Former Playboy playmate of the month, Stephanie Adams, has revealed she is a lesbian to She Magazine. According to the magazine, she is the first Playboy model to officially come out." -She Magazine
FemmeNoir.com -- Leaders And Legends EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW -- She Magazine (Photos: Stephanie Adams) According to her Playboy Playmate online profile, Miss November 1992 Stephanie Adams' turn-ons include Strawberries and cream, big cats, fast cars, Nintendo, kisses and music. She loves painting, reading and traveling and hopes to one day be a successful actress. Nowhere does it mention that she also
really likes women.
BlackGayUK.com (Photo: Stephanie Adams) Stephanie Adams is the first Playboy Centerfold in history to ever come "out" as a lesbian. Stephanie has recently embarked upon a New World and become a published author. Her books are primarily based upon astrology, new age, spirituality and metaphysics, and are scheduled to come out in major bookstores worldwide between October and December of 2003, with additional books scheduled to come out in 2004.
MyGayWeb.com (Photo: Stephanie Adams) Stephanie Adams is the first Playboy Centerfold in history to ever come "out" as a lesbian. Stephanie is the Founder of Sapphica. Sapphica is an online lesbian community that offers an extensive selection and comprehensive collection of lesbian resources, lesbian celebrity photo galleries, lesbian art, lesbian poetry, lesbian horoscopes, lesbian psychic readings, lesbian tarot readings, lesbian love readings and more.
OutInNYC.com (Photo: Stephanie Adams) Stephanie Adams is the first Playboy Centerfold in history to ever come "out" as a lesbian. Stephanie is the Founder of Sapphica. Sapphica is a leading online lesbian community that offers an extensive selection and comprehensive collection of lesbian resources. Even though Stephanie Adams is the first playmate and the second model in the industry to come "out" as a lesbian (the first was supermodel Gia Carangi), she is more than just a Playboy Centerfold. Stephanie has recently embarked upon a New World and become a published author. Her books are primarily based upon astrology, new age, spirituality and metaphysics, and are scheduled to come out in major bookstores worldwide by the end of August 2003, with additional books scheduled to come out in 2004.
She Magazine -- Cover Girl Update -- June 2003 (Photo: Stephanie Adams) For those of you who follow the bunnies, we have some updated information on our very own Stephanie Adams. As we are sure you remember, Stephanie was the first Playboy playmate to come out as a lesbian and did it in our February 2003 cover story. "When I was in She Magazine, I was working on my manuscripts and hoping to get my book published. Now I have 5 books coming out this year and a long-term contract with one publishing company to write books for them on a yearly basis," Stephanie told us in recent conversation. "One of the books is a lesbian astrology book and I dedicate it to my girlfriend," which is scheduled to come out towards the end of this year. On another note, Stephanie says "Playboy is doing a feature about me in their August issue for four of my books and will do a separate issue about my lesbian book and cover feature from She Magazine." Sorry girls, the upcoming story won't have any nudity. For that you might need to get your hands on a November 1992 copy of Playboy. "I did not want to do a nude pictorial, because I did not want to take away from my books and future projects," she says. Stephanie also plans to become more active with a few gay/lesbian organizations and also plans on spending a great deal of time promoting, volunteering and becoming more of an advocate in the gay/lesbian community. To keep updated, visit Stephanie's new website: www.sapphica.com.
Playboy Magazine -- "Playmate News" -- August 2003 (Photo: SORCERESS STEPHANIE) There are plenty of playmates turned actresses, but Stephanie Adams may be the first playmate turned sorceress. "I've had psychic powers since I was young," Stephanie says. "My family loved to say that witches weren't always ugly old crones - they could be beautiful little girls like me. The funniest experience was when I was about two years old and I envisioned that one of my married uncles had a secret girlfriend. One night I asked why he hadn't brought her over to dinner. Turns out he did have a girlfriend, and his wife was not amused." Inspired by her knowledge of spirituality, astrology and the occult, Stephanie has written four books - under the pen name Sorceress - and created Goddessy.com, a website that offers tarot card readings, astrological charts, books and jewelry. "The books are fun and somewhat shocking," she says. "I've always enjoyed being controversial."
GO NYC -- Cover Model -- July 18 - August 8, 2003 (Photos: Stephanie Adams) 33 year old (we know, we can't believe it either) author and model STEPHANIE ADAMS is the first Playboy centerfold to come out publicly as a lesbian. Interestingly enough Stephanie is also a direct descendant of Presidents John Quincy Adams and John Adams. She's currently on a national tour to promote her latest book Sapphica: Astrology for Lesbians. Many thanks to Stephanie for making time in her busy schedule for a GO NYC photoshoot. Look for a review of Stephanie's book in an upcoming issue of GO NYC.
Time Out New York Tue 22 Fresh Fruit Fest Party Lansky Lounge 104 Norfolk St at Delancey St (212-779-3051). Subway: F to Delancey St; J, M, Z to Delancey—Essex Sts. 9:30pm–midnight; advance $30, day of show $40. Celebrate the downtown theater fest at tonight's soiree, featuring members of the Imperial Court, out-lesbian Playboy Playmate Stephanie Adams and a slew of actors, playwrights, artists and their friends.
New York Post -- "Page Six" By Richard Johnson -- Thursday, August 28, 2003 We hear...THAT former Playmate Stephanie Adams - a woman of color who is a direct descendant of Presidents John Adams and John Qincy Adams - is now author of the metaphysical book "Goddessy"...
New York Blade -- Local Life By Rachel Kramer Bussel (Photo: Stephanie Adams) ...I also got to meet my very first Playboy Playmate (who just happens to be a lesbian), Stephanie Adams, at her book party at Suede. This stunning, statuesque descendant of two Presidents is also quite the prolific writer, penning several astrology books for lesbians and straights, with several more on the way dealing with everything from love to death. This very perceptive woman breaks the mold in more ways than one, and is incredibly sweet and sincere.
She Magazine -- Powerful Reading For Fall By Diane Wilde -- September 2003 (Photo: Sapphica Book By Stephanie Adams) Sapphica, Astrology for Lesbians Stephanie Adams Unlike most astrology love guides that insist we're out there searching for "Mr. Right" (who, for us would be oh so wrong), Stephanie addresses scenarios between star crossed lovers who happen to both be women. You might remember Stephanie as the beautiful ex-Playboy Bunny who graced our cover several months ago; she is also a highly spiritual and enlightened woman who has gifted us with her knowledge regarding what works in a relationship between two signs and what doesn't. Written with humor and honesty, she reveals what it will really be like between every possible combination of sun signs together. No B.S. from our gal; she tells like it is - or rather how it would be if, say an Aries got "bullish" on a Taurus. Just met a Libra and you're a Capricorn? You'll definitely want to know Stephanie's take on the two of you together. Want to find out how your relationship wanna-be would really be? Better buy the book!
Human Rights Campaign Foundation (Photo: Stephanie Adams) Celebrate National Coming Out Day - The Women's Alliance of South Florida in a celebration of National Coming Out Day presents OutProud, with special appearance by former Playboy Playmate Stephanie Adams, recently featured in “She Magazine” and the author of Sapphica: Astrology for Lesbians. OutProud will also feature performances by Blake, 2003 Florida She King, Girl2Girl Fashion Show, Katie Peterson, Drama Kings & more...
The Weekly News -- From South Florida's Gay Community Newspaper By LOANN HALDEN The Revealing Interview: (Photos: Stephanie Adams) When National Coming Out Day rolls around, Playboy centerfold Stephanie Adams will have nothing to hide. In a bold move for the admittedly private model-turned-author, she came out publicly earlier this year – making her the first openly lesbian Playboy Playmate. On Oct. 11, she’ll celebrate the gay holiday in South Florida – which holds fond memories from her modeling days – at an event hosted by the Women’s Alliance in Fort Lauderdale. The "OutProud" gathering will give her the opportunity to share her passion for writing with the community; Adams has completed seven books in the last year that deal with spirituality, metaphysics and astrology. Her life has been impacted in many ways since coming out – all of them positive, Adams says via phone from her home in New York...
New Times Broward-Palm Beach Heavenly Bodies BY AUDRA SCHROEDER (Photo: Stephanie Adams) Stephanie Adams went to Catholic school -- all-girl Catholic school -- for more than 13 years. Then, she posed for the glossy pages of Playboy. Right now, if you're a straight male over 15 years of age, you are probably already concocting an elaborate fantasy involving softly lit underage schoolgirls wrestling in holy water. But let's back up a minute, shall we? This 33-year-old descendant of John Adams and John Quincy Adams, had a seemingly idyllic childhood that included Catholicism, Wicca, and Judaica.
Miami New Times Astral Bunny BY JUAN CARLOS RODRIGUEZ (Photo: Stephanie Adams) Lipstick lesbian, lang-thang, dyke on a bike, professional tennis player. Young closeted lesbian, you don't have to live pigeonholed in one of these categories. As painful as the coming-out process can be, once you're out, chances are you'll be more confident, proud of yourself, and reassured with the direction of your life (not to mention having the ability to jump higher and run faster). At least that's what some people say, especially proponents of National Coming Out Day (October 11), the annual celebration of proclaiming one's sexual identity. In case you're not completely assured by this shameless plug, you may want to consult with someone who can peer into your future. Enter Stephanie Adams, Playboy magazine's Miss November 1992, metaphysical guru, author, and recently stepped-out lesbian. Although she won't set you "straight" (God forbid), she may be able to assist you with getting your bearings.
Women's Alliance -- Presents: "Out Proud" The First Of Its Kind Women's Celebration (For National Coming Out Day) (Photo: Stephanie Adams) Come out and celebrate with the Women's Alliance of South Florida in a celebration of National Coming Out Day. Special Appearance by Stephanie Adams, as featured in She Magazine author of Sapphica: Astrology for Lesbians and former Playboy Playmate.
Gay City News -- Dyke Sun Signs (Photo: Stephanie Adams) Femme To Femme presents an evening of Sapphic Astrology with lesbian astrologer, author and Playboy centerfold Stephanie Adams. Is Ms. Right a few weeks or a few years away? Find out what the stars have to say about your love life according to former playmate Stephanie Adams. Stephanie is descended from two presidents and a long line of female readers and psychics. She is also a prolific writer with five titles to her credit all dealing with metaphysical subjects. 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. $8.00 non-members/$5.00 members at the LBGT Center, 208 West 13th Street.
CBS.com -- The David Letterman Show -- November 20, 2003 "Top 10 List" Read By Playboy Playmates Top Ten Perks Of Being a Playboy Playmate 10. You've got yourself one really
impressive passport photo (Miss November 1999)
BlackGayUK.com -- Top 10 People Honored For 2003 Stephanie Adams Is Sorceress (Photo: Stephanie Adams) Stephanie Adams is the first Playboy Centerfold to come "out" as a lesbian. Her craft name is Sorceress and she is the Author of 7 metaphysical books. A few months ago we ran a feature cover on Stephanie, and since then, she has gone from strength to strength. This month we feature her 7 books which you can also purchase right here on line. You can click on any image to find out more about the books. Stephanie Adams is one of the 10 people we honour in Black History Month 2003. Please stay tuned for blackgayuk.com exclusive interview with her. She was a special guest speaker at the Women's Alliance in honour of National Coming out day, (Oct 11) and gave a speech at the Gay Centre in NYC on astrology and spirituality. She was recently on the cover of GO NYC (August 2003). For all those Stephanie Adams fans out there, keep your eyes peeled for the November edition of On Our Backs magazine where she will be gracing the cover. Pictorial and featured interview.
Playboy Magazine -- "Playmate News" -- Playboy's 50th Anniversary January 2004 Collector's Edition STEPHANIE ADAMS BOOKS 'EM (Photos: Stephanie Adams) Since her spirituality book, Goddessy, hit the shelves, Stephanie Adams has been a ubiquitous media presence. "The gay media have dubbed me their 'It' girl," says the lesbian Playmate.
GO NYC -- Holiday Shopping Guide -- December 12 - January 31, 2004 (Photo: Sapphica Book By Stephanie Adams) Creative Visions Bookstore is your destination for the best in LGBTQ books and gifts. New in stock is...Stephanie Adams' Sapphica: 2004 Astrological Love Readings For Lesbians, a guide to the stars be lesbian former Playboy centerfold.
TWN -- Best Of 2003: Features (Photos: Stephanie Adams) "I’ve had women say, ‘How could you pose? You’re exploiting yourself.’ No, I was very smart. I knew exactly what I was doing. I wasn’t on drugs. I’ve never done drugs. I didn’t have a bad childhood, and pose nude because of that. I had a great childhood. I thought it was something to look back on. So many celebrities and models have been in there that are just incredible people and now I’m included – it’s a little historical thing for me.” - Model-turned-author Stephanie Adams, the first Playboy Playmate to come out. She participated in a National Coming Out Day event at the Gay and Lesbian Community Center of South Florida to support the Women’s Alliance. (Oct. 9)
New York Post -- "Page Six" By Richard Johnson -- Saturday, January 17, 2004 (Photo: SAPPHIC SISTER) STEPHANIE Adams, Miss November in 1992, is out of the closet and proud to identify herself as Playboy's first-ever lesbian Playmate. The dusky descendent of President John Adams planned to attend the 15th anniversary of the "Gloss" party on East Houston Street last night accompanied by a few of her good friends who are lesbian performers here and in San Francisco. Stephanie, who has written seven books on spiritual awareness, broke up with her lover several months ago and is now playing the field. What a fertile pasture it is.
India Times -- World: The United States Playboy Gets Lesbian Mate (Photo: Stephanie Adams) WASHINGTON: Stephanie Adams, Miss November in 1992, is out of the closet and proud to identify herself as Playboy 's first-ever lesbian playmate. According to a report in New York Post, the dusky descendent of president John Adams...has written seven books on spiritual awareness...
Hindustantimes.com Lesbian Playmate Has White House Connection (Photo: Stephanie Adams) STEPHANIE Adams, Miss November in 1992, is out of the closet and proud to identify herself as Playboy's first-ever lesbian Playmate. The dusky descendent of President John Adams...has written seven books on spiritual awareness...
iWon -- Celebrity Gossip (Photo: Stephanie Adams) STEPHANIE Adams, Miss November in 1992, is out of the closet and proud to identify herself as Playboy's first-ever lesbian Playmate. The dusky descendent of President John Adams planned to attend the 15th anniversary of the "Gloss" party on East Houston Street last night accompanied by a few of her good friends who are lesbian performers (topless dancers) here and in San Francisco. Stephanie, who has written seven books on spiritual awareness, broke up with her lover several months ago and is now playing the field. What a fertile pasture it is.
AdultFYI.com -- Morning Gossip Headlines (Photo: Stephanie Adams) The N.Y. Post writes: STEPHANIE Adams, Miss November in 1992, is out of the closet and proud to identify herself as Playboy's first-ever lesbian Playmate. The dusky descendent of President John Adams planned to attend the 15th anniversary of the "Gloss" party on East Houston Street last night accompanied by a few of her good friends who are lesbian performers (topless dancers) here and in San Francisco. Stephanie, who has written seven books on spiritual awareness, broke up with her lover several months ago and is now playing the field. What a fertile pasture it is.
Queer Day -- The Source For News -- January 19, 2004 (Photo: Stephanie Adams) Short Takes: Stephanie Adams, Playboy's Miss November in 1992, Playboy's first openly lesbian Playmate, is newly single and playing the field in New York, sources say. Another interesting fact: Adams claims to be a descendent of President John Adams.
SmartDykes.com Lesbian Playmate Has White House Connection (Photo: Stephanie Adams) STEPHANIE Adams, Miss November in 1992, is out of the closet and proud to identify herself as Playboy's first-ever lesbian Playmate. The dusky descendent of President John Adams...has written seven books on spiritual awareness...
ELMS -- Lesbian Celebrities Stephanie Adams - US Playboy Playmate Click here to read the article and view the photo gallery! (NOTE: When you visit the ELMS site, be sure to click on the link that says "Models" on the top and then click on the link that says "Stephanie Adams" to the left.)
NYCLesbiansFun.com -- Newziz #194 UPDATE!! Valentine Party Feb 13 Presenting Our Guest & Raffle: Stephanie Adams - Playboy Centerfold & "Out" Lesbian Author (Photo: Stephanie Adams) Keep your ticket stub for FREE raffle.
GayCenter.org -- February 2004 -- Volume 19, ISSUE 2 (Photo: Stephanie Adams) Moonfire Women's Empowerment & spirituality Network presents Sapphica Astrology For Lesbians. Let Stephanie Adams, founder of Sapphica.com, tell you if you are compatible with the woman of your heart's desire. $6. Women only. 212.222.2467.
FemmeNoir.com -- News (Photos: Stephanie Adams) Playboy Centerfold & Lesbian Author Stephanie Adams has offered to contribute monthly horoscopes to FemmeNoir. We are honored and thus creates a new section entitled "Lesbian Horoscopes." Enjoy. (Note: Stephanie Adams is the featured astrologist for FemmeNoir.com as well as Shescape, Lesbian Alliance and Swirl Magazine.)
UKBlackOut.com -- Black History Month Specials (Photos: Stephanie Adams) Stephanie Adams is more than a model. She is also a writer, a woman of colour who is also a direct descendant of US Presidents John Adams and John Quincy Adams. She has just released a Collection Of Metaphysical Books, "GODDESSY".
New York Press -- March 3, 2004 - March 9, 2004 -- Volume 17, ISSUE 9 Lesbos In Babeland (Photo: Stephanie Adams) The cupcakes have all been eaten, but I still get to Toys In Babeland in time to see co-editor Rachel Kramer Bussel selling a copy of "Up All Night: Adventures in Lesbian Sex" to sapphic Playboy centerfold Stephanie Adams–and that’s hot!
QueerDay.com -- March 16, 2004 Lesbian Playboy Centerfold Stephanie Adams Does New York Lesbian Playboy centerfold Stephanie Adams, Miss November in 1992, is out of the closet and proud to identify herself as Playboy's first-ever lesbian Playmate. Ever since Adams broke up with her ex-girlfriend, she has been seen around New York City with different people such as rock icon Joan Jett, lesbian comedian Marga Gomez and a few ladies featured in Playboy's "Girls Of Bada Bing" from the hit TV show The Sopranos. Adams will be appearing at the Playboy "Sex And Music" party tonight hosted by supermodel Rachel Hunter.
New York Post -- "Page Six" By Richard Johnson -- Tuesday, March 23, 2004 We Hear...THAT since Stephanie Adams, Playboy's first openly lesbian Playmate, broke up with her girlfriend, she's been out with rock icon Joan Jett, lesbian comic Marga Gomez and a few of the ladies featured in Playboy's "Girls of Bada Bing" pictorial...
Mountain Pride Media -- News: The Rest Of Our World Playboy Bunny Likes Girls New York, NY- Playboy's Miss November, 1992 is out of the closet and proud to be Playboy's first lesbian playmate. According to The New York Post, Stephanie Adams, who has written seven books on metaphysics and spiritual awareness, recently broke up with her girlfriend and has been seen around New York with rock icon Joan Jett, lesbian comedian Marga Gomez and a few ladies featured in Playboy's "Girls Of Bada Bing" from the hit TV show The Sopranos.
New York Blade -- April 16, 2004 Appointments: A Weekly Guide To Events
In And Around New York City Playboy Centerfold & "Out" Lesbian Author Stephanie Adams will be offering personalized love readings for men and women as well as her gay astrology books that can be purchased & autographed at the event. 3-5 pm. The Center, 208 West 13th St
Heritage Of Pride
-- Gay Pride 2004: The Rally (Photos: Stephanie Adams) Stephanie Adams is the first Playboy Centerfold to come "out" as a lesbian and is also the founder of GODDESSY.com and Sapphica.com, in addition to writing a series of seven books published about astrology, new age, spirituality and metaphysics, with three more books coming out before the end of 2004. Four of the books focus on gay and lesbian astrology. Current projects include special Playboy appearances & editorial contributions to the magazine, an international art exhibit featuring personal paintings & various mediums as well as a controversial sapphic fictional novel.
GayWired.com -- Lesbian Media Blender (05.04.04) By Kathy Bliss & Madge Mucker First Out Playboy Centerfold Stephanie Adams To Speak At NYC Pride (Photo: Stephanie Adams) Stephanie Adams, the first Playboy Centerfold to come "out" as a lesbian, will be making an appearance at the annual New York City Gay Pride rally on June 20. Adams has recently been featured in She Magazine and On Our Backs. In addition to her work as a Playboy girl, Adams is also the author of seven books on astrology, spirtuality and metaphysics, with three more books on the way before the end of 2004. For more info on Adams, visit www.stephanieadams.com
The Publishing Triangle (Photo: Stephanie Adams) Stephanie Adams is the first Playboy Centerfold to come "out" as a lesbian, in addition to writing a series of seven books published about astrology, New Age, spirituality and metaphysics, with three more books are coming out before the end of 2004. Her craft name is "Sorceress." She has been covered in She Magazine, GO NYC, On Our Backs, The New York Post ("Page Six"), and Playboy. She has also appeared on The David Letterman Show. Her books include GODDESSY: Belief Is Only The Beginning, GODDESSY: Historical Figures & Their Ties To The Occult, Black: The History Of The Color Of The Occult, Sapphica: Astrology For Lesbians, Sapphica: 2004 Astrological Love Readings For Lesbians, GODDESSY: 2004 Psychic Reading Predictions For Every Astrological Birth Sign, and He Only Takes The Best: Death And The Reason For Losing Someone You Love.
365Gay.com -- Showbiz News & Gossip By Madge Mucker First Out Playboy Centerfold Stephanie Adams To Speak At NYC Pride (Photo: Stephanie Adams) Stephanie Adams, the first Playboy Centerfold to come "out" as a lesbian, will be making an appearance at the annual New York City Gay Pride rally on June 20. Adams has recently been featured in She Magazine and On Our Backs. In addition to her work as a Playboy girl, Adams is also the author of seven books on astrology, spirtuality and metaphysics, with three more books on the way before the end of 2004. For more info on Adams, visit www.stephanieadams.com
GO NYC -- Arts And Entertainment -- May 7 - June 11, 2004 (Photo: Stephanie Adams) Stephanie Adams, the first Playboy Centerfold to come out as a lesbian and author of a series of seven books about astrology, new age, spirituality and metaphysics, will be signing her books for the Pink Ink Queer Book Expo on June 12 at the Center. Sign up for an astrology love reading by Stephanie on May 22 and catch her at the Heritage of Pride Rally on June 20. Visit Sapphica.com to purchase her books. Sapphica is an online lesbian community that offers an extensive selection of lesbian resources, celebrity photo galleries, art, poetry, horoscopes, psychic readings, love readings and more.
Girlfriends Magazine -- Fashion Feature -- June 2004 (Photos: Stephanie Adams) Bunny Suits When Stephanie Adams was chosen to be Playboy's Miss November 1992, she signed away the privilege of appearing in her birthday suit for any other publication. But as she put it to us, "I am most comfortable with as little clothing on as possible," so we obliged with swimsuits for Girlfriends. The out lesbian model and marketing professional also served as Playboy's official East Coast Spokesmodel, and is quick to remind us that the correct nomenclature is playmate, not bunny. "Bunnies are from the sixties. But I don't mind wearing one of those sexy bunny outfits for Halloween."
Next Magazine -- June 2004 Pride Guide (Photo: Stephanie Adams) Stephanie Adams, the first Playboy Centerfold to come "out" as a lesbian and is also the founder of GODDESSY.com and Sapphica.com. All this, and she's written a series of seven books about astrology, new age, spirituality and metaphysics, with three more due on the shelves before the end of 2004. Current projects include special Playboy appearances & editorial contributions to the magazine, an international art exhibit featuring her paintings as well as a controversial sapphic novel. And she's on our Rally stage!
The Official New York City Pride Guide -- June 2004 (Photo: Stephanie Adams) Stephanie Adams, the first Playboy Centerfold to come "out" as a lesbian and is also the founder of GODDESSY.com and Sapphica.com. All this, and she's written a series of seven books about astrology, new age, spirituality and metaphysics, with three more due on the shelves before the end of 2004. Current projects include special Playboy appearances & editorial contributions to the magazine, an international art exhibit featuring her paintings as well as a controversial sapphic novel. And she's on our Rally stage!
Dallas Voice -- The Community Newspaper For Gay & Lesbian Dallas Pride Officials Expect 5 Million
Celebrants At Events Across Nation A million people are expected to attend six Pride events in New York City, where a series of violent conflicts between gay residents and police outside of a gay hangout, Greenwich Village’s Stonewall Inn, became the founding symbol of the modern gay rights movement on June 27, 1969. “We’re expecting a bigger turnout this year due to the marriage issue, as well as the fact that this is the 35th anniversary of Stonewall,” said Phil Mannino, media director for Heritage of Pride, Inc., the organization that plans the events. New York City’s “Stand Up, Stand Out, Stand Proud!” celebration will feature a rally in Manhattan’s Bryant Park, the Dance on the Pier in Hudson River Park, PrideFest in Greenwich Village, a march down Fifth Avenue, a dance after the Dyke March, a marriage rally and a Mothers March Against AIDS — all during one week, June 20-27. During the rally, former Playboy centerfold and metaphysical book author Stephanie Adams will speak about about her decision to come out. Adams will also ride on a parade float.
URNA -- Events New York Pride Comedian Kate Clinton emcees the afternoon, which features a diverse lineup: the first "out" lesbian Playboy centerfold Stephanie Adams, Bronx-born recording artist Reina, comedian and "gay pimp" Jonny McGovern, the cheeky band Housewives on Prozac, performer Harvey Fierstein, activist Candice Boyce and others. Expect a spirited atmosphere, plenty of politically pointed commentary and some good old-fashioned (well, not quite) entertainment.
AOL CityGuide: New York -- What's Going On: Pride Rally at Bryant Park New York's Gay Pride Rally is slowly approaching middle-age...from Broadway's Harvey Fierstein to Stephanie Adams, the first Playboy centerfold to come out as a lesbian...
Citysearch New York -- Pride Week Kick-Off Rally Bring a picnic blanket to the opening festivities in Bryant Park. In Short: Comedian Kate Clinton emcees the afternoon, which features a diverse lineup: the first "out" lesbian Playboy centerfold Stephanie Adams, Bronx-born recording artist Reina, comedian and "gay pimp" Jonny McGovern, the cheeky band Housewives on Prozac, performer Harvey Fierstein, activist Candice Boyce and others. Expect a spirited atmosphere, plenty of politically pointed commentary and some good old-fashioned (well, not quite) entertainment.
Black Pride NYC A week-long series of 12 events throughout New York City showcasing positive images of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender people of African descent. “One of our primary goals this year is to foster the spirit of Kuumba, which is one of creativity. This separation within our community, that’s kept alive by fear and ignorance, must be replaced with support and compassion,” says Laurence Pinckney, executive director of Black Pride NYC Inc. (BPNYC). Celebrities supporting this effort are Emil Wilberkin from Vibe, performer Stacey Ann Chin, Playboy lesbian model Stephanie Adams, America’s top model Ebony Haith and special celebrity judges and surprise appearances.
Heritage Of Pride 2004 LESBIAN, GAY, BISEXUAL, TRANSGENDER
PRIDE RALLY A COMPLETE SUCCESS! (Photo: Stephanie Adams) June 22nd, 2004, New York City -- On Sunday, June 20th, the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Pride Rally officially kicked-off New York City's 2004 Pride Week. The Rally, held in Bryant Park for an eighth year, played to an audience of over 7,500 on a gorgeous warm sunny day...Throughout the day, the Audience was treated to some spectacular speeches...Playboy centerfold Stephanie Adams told the audience of her brave decision to risk jeopardizing her career by coming out...Heritage of Pride thanks all the performers and speakers who have donated their time and talent in order to make this year's Rally possible. Heritage of Pride is the wholly volunteer-managed, non-partisan, tax-exempt, not-for-profit corporation that organizes and produces Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Pride events in New York City to commemorate and celebrate the Stonewall Riots. These events are organized on behalf of all lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender individuals and groups, and all others who support the struggle for the liberation of these communities. In the Spirit of Stonewall, Heritage of Pride welcomes participation of all, regardless of age, creed, gender, gender identification, HIV status, national origin, physical or mental developmental ability, race, religion or sexual orientation.
Gay City News -- June 24 - 30, 2004 -- VOLUME 3, ISSUE 326 Pride Kicks Off With A Rally Stephanie Adams, the first out lesbian Playboy centerfold; downtown scenester Jonny McGovern; comedian Frank DeCaro; and Besty Driver, executive director of Bodies Like Ours, an intersex advocacy group.
New York Blade -- Friday, June 25, 2004 LOCAL NEWS Arms of mass affection Bearing witness to their struggle and achievements, on a picture-perfect day of brilliant blue skies warmed by a radiant golden sun, the triumphant colors of a proud people were unfurled in Bryant Park at the Kick-off Rally to Pride 2004, Sunday, June 20. Leaders spoke of past accomplishments and future goals inspirationally, while gay allies gave passionate voices of support to the cause of gay rights. Energetic performers entertained the troops of every age, race, gender and sexual orientation and celebrated their joy as balloons and bunting in their colors swayed gently in the summer breeze... Emceed this year by “faith based, tax paying, American-loving political humorist and family entertainer” (not to mention lesbian!) Kate Clinton, attendees were treated to a wide variety of entertainers and speakers. There was a little something for everyone, with performers like the rock band Housewives on Prozac, dance music recording artist Reina, Slam Poet Stacyann Chin, Tony-Award winner and Co-Grand Marshal Harvey Feirstein, and making even gay men do a double take, the first Playboy centerfold to come out as a lesbian, Stephanie Adams...
GayLinkNews.com -- July 15, 2004 Lesbian Playboy Centerfold Speaks Out Stephanie Adams is the first Playboy Centerfold to come "out" as a lesbian, in addition to writing a series of seven books published about astrology, New Age, spirituality and metaphysics, with three more books are coming out before the end of 2004. Her craft name is "Sorceress." Stephanie has been covered in She Magazine, GO NYC, On Our Backs, The New York Post ("Page Six"), and Playboy. She has also appeared on The David Letterman Show as well as Fox 5 News. Stephanie recently left a very fond and memorable impression upon the gay (and non-gay) community when she gave her first official "coming out" speech for the Gay Pride Rally in New York City for 2004. Her speech was televised and she was interviewed afterwards on NY 1 News. Stephanie is also scheduled to give a political, yet touchingly inspirational speech in the state of New Jersey for Jersey City Pride on August 28, 2004 (in memory of the woman who raised her). After leaving her ex-girlfriend, Stephanie was seen throughout NYC with women such as rock icon Joan Jett, lesbian comedian Marga Gomez, and several others. Stephanie is now very private about her sexy new Italian lover (who looks amazingly like tennis star Gabriela Sabatini) and is dedicating most of her time on a few new projects including an art exhibit featuring her paintings. Be sure to look for her highly controversial sapphic novel coming out entitled "EMPRESS" as well as her guest appearance on a brand new gay TV show. Her books include: GODDESSY: Belief Is Only The Beginning Coming Soon: Sapphica: 2005 Astrological Love
Readings For Lesbians Be sure to look for recent photos and current updates on Stephanie in two upcoming issues of Playboy as well as a few other magazine publications. For more information, visit: www.GODDESSY.com (Press site)
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Jersey City's 4th Annual LGBTI Pride Festival -- Saturday, August 28, 2004 Stephanie Adams Speaks Out In New York...And New Jersey (Photo: Stephanie Adams) Stephanie Adams not only gave a speech for Gay Pride in New York City, but also gave a speech in New Jersey for Jersey City's 4th Annual LGBTI Pride Festival. Stephanie Adams is the first Playboy Centerfold to come out as a lesbian and is also the founder of Goddessy.com and Sapphica.com. All this, and she’s written a series of seven books about astrology, new age, spirituality and metaphysics, with three more due on the shelves before the end of 2004. Current projects include special Playboy appearance and editorial contributions art exhibit featuring her paintings as well as a controversial Sapphic novel. She is also from Jersey City! Stephanie Adams gave a very special speech in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. and reminded her listeners of the fact that exactly 41 years ago that very same day was the day that King gave his "I Have A Dream" speech, which was one of the most famous and memorable speeches in the world. She also reminded everyone that Gay rights are the result of Civil Rights, as we should all honor a man who fought and died for the Civil Rights of all humanity. "I decided to speak out in New
Jersey in honor of King, and in memory of my Aunt Joyce who raised me in
Jersey City. It was a very personal decision and I was truly moved to do
so by her love for me." More information about Stephanie Adams - Playboy playmate, turned "out" lesbian author, turned celebrity spokesmodel and advocate in the community - can be found by visiting www.GODDESSY.com.
Gay Pride Festival in Jersey City
Draws Politicians -- Monday, August 30, 2004 (Photo: Stephanie Adams) Walt Boraczek kicked off the Jersey City Fourth Annual Gay Pride Festival Saturday at Exchange Place with a simple declaration: "I am a gay American." Boraczek's send-up of Gov. James E. McGreevey's coming-out speech two weeks ago was met with applause and laughter... Mayor L. Harvey Smith took the stage in the late afternoon. "I want you to know that this is your city," he told the growing crowd. "Jersey City can't be a first-class city if we cannot respect everybody in Jersey City." A group of Jersey City police officers showed their support for the gay and lesbian community by taking turns being photographed with Stephanie Adams, the first Playboy centerfold to come out as a lesbian...
Jersey City Journal -- The Tris McCall Report -- Monday, August 30, 2004 Okay, two more bits of Jersey City carping before we turn the page on the calendar, and get on with September's agenda. Today's complaint (unlike tomorrow's) is relatively minor, but still telling. As many of you know, we had a well-attended Gay and Lesbian Outreach festival at Exchange Place this Saturday. The event was hosted by an organization committed to representing the local gay community: "Jersey City Pride", that's the name on the booklet. The group does a great job organizing these events, and in a city as queer as ours is, a summertime festival ought to be a given. JCLGO deserves credit for making it happen. So what's the problem? Take a look at the list of performers. We have: a New York deejay, a New York opera singer, Cheer New York, three New York singer-songwriters, the Lesbian and Gay Big Apple Corps, a dance company headquartered on the Lower East Side, an Off-Broadway musical revue, a disco singer who has been performing "all over the New York area" (I guess that includes us), and a New York City band. Robin Renee is in there too; I like Robin a lot, but she's from South Jersey. The only performer who even bothers to mention Jersey City in her biography is the Playboy centerfold. Thanks to Stephanie Adams for coming out as a Jersey native...
The Village Voice -- THE BEST OF NYC 2004 Best Lesbian Sex Symbol - STEPHANIE ADAMS (Photo: Stephanie Adams) Now that we have The L Word, people are starting to pick up on the fact that dykes can be hotties too. None more so than the tall, slender STEPHANIE ADAMS, who not only was a Playboy Playmate, but is a descendant of President John Adams and a writer of occult books. It's hard to turn a page in a queer rag without seeing the willowy model peeking out in a bikini, or nothing at all.
She Magazine -- December 2004 Former She cover girl Stephanie Adams hops in as a guest writer this month to bring us a very special feature. Having published several books over the last two years on astrology for lesbians, Stephanie has put together a look ahead into what the stars say 2005 has in store for all of us.
QueerDay.com -- December 3, 2004 Your 2005 Astrology Forecast With Stephanie Adams Need some spiritual enlightenment based on your sun sign? Curious about what's coming your way in 2005? Playboy centerfold Stephanie Adams, the first to come out as a lesbian, is also the author of numerous astrology and spirituality books. She's got an incredible knowledge of the stars and she's sharing her insights for you on love, business and personal happiness. See what's in store in your astrological future...
LesbianNation.com The Lesbian Party Of The Year (Photo: Stephanie Adams) Stephanie Adams has branched out from Playboy centerfold to promotional model to celebrity author to spokesmodel to hostess of events. And now, she has finally branched out to host events exclusively for women. "Hef is famous for hosting pajama parties every year and they are great. Everyone loves a pajama party...But they would be even better if they were for lesbians." Stephanie will be hosting her first official lesbian pajama party on January 1 (New Year's Day) and will be doing it in a trendy new girl club called Girl Nation in New York. "Making a transition from 'Hef's Pajama Party' to 'Stef's Pajama Party' is going to be my pleasure...I have to make sure that I behave myself though...I'm a bit naughty." And what will the first Playboy Centerfold to come "out" as a lesbian be wearing? "I won't be wearing what I sleep in because I prefer to sleep in the nude."
GayLinkNews.com IT'S THE PAJAMA PARTY OF THE (NEW) YEAR AND IT'S FOR WOMEN ONLY! "Hef's pajama parties are great, but they would be even better if they were for lesbians." - Stephanie Adams Stephanie Adams has branched out from Playboy centerfold to promotional model to celebrity author to spokesmodel to hostess of events. And now, she has finally branched out to host events exclusively for women. "Hef is famous for hosting pajama parties every year and they are great. Everyone loves a pajama party...But they would be even better if they were for lesbians." Stephanie will be hosting her first official lesbian pajama party on January 1 (New Year's Day) and will be doing it in a trendy new girl club called Girl Nation. "Making a transition from 'Hef's Pajama Party' to 'Stef's Pajama Party' is going to be my pleasure...I have to make sure that I behave myself though...I'm a bit naughty." And what will the first Playboy Centerfold to come "out" as a lesbian be wearing? "I won't be wearing what I sleep in because I prefer to sleep in the nude." Stephanie will also be giving a book party on December 18 at Girl Nation as well. Stephanie is currently the author of almost a dozen books and has plans to branch out into even more venues in 2005. For more information, visit www.GODDESSY.com. PRESS INTERVIEWS & INQUIRIES CAN BE MADE BY CONTACTING THE GODDESSY PUBLIC RELATIONS DEPARTMENT.
Playboy Magazine
-- February 2005 (Photos: Stephanie Adams) "The best date I ever had lasted a week. On our last night together we stayed up the entire evening making love. I went from being with my girlfriend to...heading to a photo shoot at Playboy...I guess sometimes you don't need sleep..."
She Magazine
-- February 2005 (Photo: Sapphica Book By Stephanie Adams) Sapphica, 2005 Astrological Love Readings for Lesbians -- You might be lucky enough to remember Stephanie as a former She cover girl. Oh yes, she was also a Playboy centerfold and creator of the websites www.sapphica.com and www.goddessy.com. Yes, beauty and brains are a wonderful combination, add Stephanie's spirituality, and it is powerful indeed. She accurately tells it like it is, summing up the love essence of each sign. In her own words, "Sapphica uncovers every aspect of your love life (whether you are singled or coupled) and analyzes your love for others as well as yourself." While her format may be similar to other astrological books, she speaks to us sisters as only a sister can. I'm still amazed at how each month she pins the tail on my issues…Bullseye! Once again, there I was with my mouth open. Was she talking to me?! And her narrative gets right to the point: "Surely you don't have to take the advice given to you. Lots of people learn the hard way," makes it nearly impossible not to take a good, long, hard look at what she is saying to you.
Brooklyn Pride Guide -- June 2005 MCs At The Festival Stage - Stephanie Adams & Sonia Galarza (Photo: Stephanie Adams) Stephanie Adams was the first Playboy Centerfold to come out as a lesbian and is now the author of 13 books, the astrologist for seven publications, and the founder of several organizations including Sapphica and GODDESSY. If that isn't enough, Stephanie is also an artist and will be featuring her collection of paintings around the time she will be making appearances for Brooklyn Pride, New York Pride & Jersey City Pride in 2005. More information about Stephanie Adams, including her books, her paintings, her press information and details about her appearances can be found at www.GODDESSY.com.
GO NYC -- June 2005 -- Pride Edition Editor's Picks - Arts &
Entertainment Join Playboy centerfold, spokesmodel and out lesbian author Stephanie Adams for the Empress Party at Lobby June 25. GirlPR hosts The Empress Collection, an art exhibit featuring paintings created by Adams and inspired by her sapphic novel Empress. The novel is about two powerful women who fall in love in ancient Rome and change the ways of the Roman government, symbolizing the present fight for gay rights, religious freedom and racial equality. Send an e-mail to rsvp@goddessy.com for complimentary admission from 10-11pm. Also, say hi to Stephanie at Brooklyn Pride June 11, NYC Pride June 26 and Jersey City Pride August 27, and at her special birthday celebration July 24 at Suede.
THE VILLAGE VOICE -- Pride Week -- June 2005 The Queer Issue (Cover Photo: Stephanie Adams, voted "Best Lesbian Sex Symbol" in The Village Voice for 2004, seen here with Barbara Assisi who also happens to be on the cover with Stephanie for her latest novel EMPRESS.)
PsychoTherapyClothing.com PLAYBOY PLAYMATE TO UNDERGO PSYCHO THERAPY (Photos: Stephanie Adams) PsychoTherapy Clothing announced today the signing of Playboy Playmate Centerfold Stephanie Adams as featured Spokeswoman for the company’s new Gay and Lesbian t-shirt line. "PsychoTherapy Clothing has chosen Stephanie Adams to represent our brand because of her pioneering spirit and outspoken voice”; states company President Keith Knight. Stephanie was the first Playboy Playmate Centerfold to come out of the closet as a lesbian and she is a prominent fixture in the New York City Gay and Lesbian community. She is also an accomplished author, astrologist and painter. Stephanie was on the cover of last year’s Village Voice gay pride edition and has been featured in and on the cover of various publications including Bazaar, Cosmopolitan, ELLE, She Magazine, Curve, GO NYC, Next, The Weekly News, DIVA, The Advocate, New York Observer, Time Out New York, The Daily News, The New York Post, New York Newsday and many more. About Psycho Therapy Clothing: Psycho Therapy Clothing designs fun, sexy, cool and crazy t-shirts that allow people to express to the world their individual obsessions, sexual preference and state of mind. The front of each “Gender Therapy” shirt offers a common gay/lesbian term, while on the back is featured a dictionary style definition. This unique wearable “coming out” therapy enables people to get out of the closet and on to the street--expressing not only their good taste, but also who they are. Launched in July 2005, Psycho Therapy Clothing is the brainchild of New York based filmmaker Keith Knight. As a member of the Directors Guild of America (DGA), he worked on films with stars like Brad Pitt, Denzel Washington, Steve Martin, Anthony Hopkins, Goldie Hawn, Richard Gere and Winona Ryder. Many of the quirks of these A-list celebrities helped inspire him to form the company.“ At about $20 a shirt I thought this was a more cost-effective way to work out inner demons,” jokes Knight of his collection. “The high price of therapy these days had me thinking that I could help people with their psychological issues and their wardrobes at the same time." The collection is available exclusively at www.psychotherapyclothing.com and at select stores.
EMPIRE STATE PRIDE AGENDA PRESENTS: "WINTER HEAT" Thursday, March 16, 2006 LOCATION: STEPHANIE ADAMS IS AN HONORARY HOST FOR THIS EVENT. BE SURE VISIT THE FOLLOWING WEB SITE FOR MORE INFORMATION: www.prideagenda.org
OutProfessionals.org -- Wednesday, March 29, 2006 Out Professionals presents "Great Second Acts," featuring people who have made surprising and successful career transitions. (So why shouldn’t you?) (Photo: Stephanie Adams) Meet Out Professionals member and Playboy centerfold Stephanie Adams (top left), creator of the Goddessy collection on astrology and the occult. Arts administrator Ian Archer-Watters (top center), now dancing on point for the internationally acclaimed Ballets Grandiva. Former decorative painter Dave King (top right), whose debut novel “The Ha-Ha,” got reviews other writers only dream about. Former figure-skating coach Keith Lichtman (above left), now the principal of his own residential interior design firm. And marketing manager John Lundberg (above center), who left Silicon Valley and E*TRADE Financial for Madrid, where he obtained certification to teach English as a second language. Moderating is Thomas Cott (above right), a consultant in the field of arts and culture and a past president of Out Professionals
NOTE: MISS ADAMS ORIGINALLY DID NOT WANT THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION TO BE PUBLICIZED, BUT WANTED THE HORRIBLE INCIDENT THAT OCCURRED TO HER TO BE TOLD SO THAT OTHERS CAN COME OUT AND TAKE LEGAL ACTION REGARDING SIMILAR INJUSTICES DONE TO THEM AS WELL. -Public Relations Department
New York Post -- Sunday, May 28, 2006 EXCLUSIVE (Photo: Sexy Playboy model and gay advocate Stephanie Adams says police drew their guns and injured her in a dispute over a cab fare in Chelsea.) A group of cops didn't play nice with a Playboy Playmate, leering at her body and shoving her to the ground in Chelsea after a cab driver falsely claimed she threatened him with a gun, the model says. "I felt assaulted," said Stephanie Adams - The first openly lesbian Playmate - of the incident near her home at 11p.m. Thursday. "They pulled guns on me and they were several of them," the 35-year-old stunner said. "They know what happened was wrong, the way they looked at my breasts and crotch. I was wearing tight fitted pants and they could see I didn't have a gun, but they forced me down and pushed my face into the ground." Adams said the encounter left her with a sore back and she couldn't sleep afterward. "I'm an emotional wreck," she said. Adams, who filed a complaint about the incident with the 10th Precinct in Chelsea and the Civilian Complaint Review Board, said cops refused to give her their names and she never learned the name of the cabby. The incident started after the driver of a yellow cab picked her up on the Upper East Side, where she had treated her stylist to a birthday dinner, and headed downtown, Adams said. At 10:50 pm, they arrived at the corner of West 22nd Street and Ninth Avenue but the cabby refused to pull up in front of her door, claiming it wasn't convenient for him, she said. An argument ensued, with the driver screaming curses at her as she sat in the back seat, she said. So Adams - Miss November 1992 and an advocate for gay rights - called 911. The driver also called cops, telling officers she had a gun, she said. She climbed out of the cab and was standing across the street holding her phone when five to seven officers arrived and drew their weapons, she said. One threatened to shoot her, she claimed. The cops removed her bag and two of them forced her to the ground, she said, putting pressure on her back and pushing her face into the pavement. Adams got up and told them they could check her for a weapon. Two officers leered at her snug outfit and said they could see no place for her to hide a weapon, she said. They didn't frisk her or touch her inappropriately, she said. The cops told her she had to pay the fare, $10.60, which she did. They let the driver go, then took off. "He should have been charged with filing a false police report," she said. Adams called another police friend - Mike Petrillo, a respected community affairs cop at the 10th Precinct, and he walked her home, she said. She then contacted her lawyer, Raoul Felder, who plans to pursue the matter. Police spokesman Paul Browne acknowledged that the cabby claimed Adams had a weapon but said she refused to pay the fare. "She said she didn't want to pay because the cabby had stopped about a half a block from the front of her apartment building entrance, stopped the meter, and asked for payment," he said. Her complaint about the officers, he said, came after the cops "directed her to pay the cabby." brad.hamilton@nypost.com
FemmeNoir.net -- May 30, 2006 (GLBTQ News) An Ugly Ending To A Beautiful Evening (Photo: Stephanie Adams) "If He Was Bold Enough To Assault Me, Then I'm Bold Enough To Mention His Medallion Number (No. 2J70)" -Stephanie Adams Stephanie Adams planned for a beautiful evening celebrating her stylist's birthday. What happened was not so beautiful and became what she calls "one of my biggest nightmares." Thursday night (May 25, 2006) Stephanie Adams was on her way home from the celebration when the cab driver refused to stop at her front door claiming it wasn't convenient for him. An argument ensued which resulted in both calling the police. "He realized that I called 911 to make a truthful complaint about him, and in return, he called 911 and falsely reported that I had a gun and threatened to kill him." She immediately informed the 911 operator that the driver was making a false report and allowed the operator to "hear him screaming at me before he dialed 911 and made the false report." Stephanie recounts "I stepped away from him while I was on the phone with the lady from 911 and waited for help to arrive. I walked across the street and hoped that the people I knew from the precinct would show up fast. Expecting to have the police show up and help me, I received just the opposite and ended up being assaulted by members of the NYPD. It should not be a surprise that I have yet to step into another taxi thus far, and will probably take car services for now." Stephanie wants to make known she harbors no ill will toward the NYPD. In fact, this past February she wrote a tribute in honor of both the NYPD (The Silent Soldier) and our men in military on her site at MySpace. "Most of my friends work for the NYPD and I love them just as much they love me, if not more." She did file a complaint regarding the incident with the 10th Precinct in Chelsea and the Civilian Complaint Review Board, stating the cops refused to give their names and she never learned the name of the cabby.
Daily News -- Wednesday, June 7, 2006 Playmate Set To Sue NYPD BY NICOLE BODE (Photo: Stephanie Adams says cops shoved her to ground.) A Playboy playmate wants the NYPD to pay $5 million for allegedly getting too rough. Stephanie Adams - Miss November 1992 and the magazine's first openly lesbian Playmate - says cops used excessive force May 25 after she summoned them to help her deal with a hostile cabbie. She contends the cops turned their guns on her instead and shoved her to the ground. "I don't know why this happened to me. I just hope this doesn't happen to anyone else," said Adams, 35, of Chelsea. She announced she had filed a notice of claim - the first step toward a lawsuit - at a news conference with her lawyer Sanford Rubenstein in Brooklyn yesterday. The notice, filed yesterday, names the NYPD, the city and the yet-unidentified 10th Precinct cops who went to the scene. The incident began after the cabbie, Eric Darko, drove Adams from an upper East Side restaurant toward her W. 23rd St. apartment, but stopped before her door and ordered her out around 11 p.m., the claim said. Adams called 911, and Darko did the same. Adams contends the cabbie lied to the dispatcher that she had a gun and was threatening to kill him. An NYPD spokesman denied any wrongdoing by officers and said Adams did not complain at the scene that police acted improperly. Darko could not be reached for comment. The case is being investigated by the Civilian Complaint Review Board and the Taxi and Limousine Commission. With Alison Gendar nbode@dailynews.com
New York Post -- Wednesday, June 7, 2006 LESBIAN PLAYMATE TO $LAP CITY OVER BUST (Photo: STEPHANIE ADAMS bares ordeal yesterday.) June 7, 2006 -- A lesbian Playboy pinup yesterday moved to slap the city with a $5 million lawsuit after cops allegedly manhandled her during a bogus bust. "I am in constant pain," said shapely Stephanie Adams, 35, at the office of her lawyer, Sanford Rubenstein. Adams, Miss November 1992 and the first openly gay Playmate, said her nightmare began in a cab in Chelsea about 11 p.m. Thursday. The stunner said that during an argument with the cabby over where to drop her off, he called 911 and claimed she had a gun. Responding officers roughly forced her to the ground, she said, pushing her face in the pavement and pressuring her back. Adams said she told them, "Please, if you really feel I have a gun, check me. "They leered at me," she said. Adams, who was in skintight jeans, said one cop remarked, "There's no way, man, you could have a gun in that outfit." Adam's notice of claim alerts the city that she plans to sue both it and the Police Department for "injuries sustained from excessive force." Meanwhile, the cabby, Eric Darko, told The Post last night that Adams threatened him by saying, "I have a gun - don't follow me...I will shoot you. "My life was in danger...She looked like a lion ready to pounce," Darko said, standing outside his Bronx home flanked by his wife, two daughters ages 6 and 8 and father-in-law. "Police asked her if she was hurt, and she said, 'No,' " he added. "I remember that very clearly." Darko said a cop at the scene wound up paying for her fare - $10.60 - and even kindly tacked on a $4.40 tip.
METRO (New York) -- Wednesday, June 7, 2006 PLAYMATE SUES CITY, COPS Says she was thrown to ground by plainclothes NYPD officers after incident with cabbie By Joshua Rhett Miller (Photo: STEPHANIE ADAMS, right, with her attorney Sanford Rubenstein, shows how close her face was to the ground during an alleged incident with police last month in Chelsea.) DOWNTOWN BROOKLYN — A Playboy Playmate hasn't felt like her centerfold-self since NYPD officers allegedly used excessive force and leered at her after a cabdriver claimed she threatened him with a gun, she said yesterday. Stephanie Adams, right, with her attorney Sanford Rubenstein, shows how close her face was to the ground during an alleged incident with police last month in Chelsea. (Photo: Joshua Rhett Miller/Metro) "I haven't be able to sleep right since," said 35-year-old Stephanie Adams, Playboy’s Miss November 1992. "I'm still in constant pain. I'm getting therapy for it now." Adams, the first openly gay Playmate, said the incident began around 11 p.m. on May 25 when she entered a cab on the Upper East Side operated by Eric Darko and asked to be taken to her Chelsea home. Then, at the corner of West 22nd Street and Ninth Avenue, Darko allegedly refused to drive farther, saying it was inconvenient. An argument ensued, with both Adams and Darko calling 911. Darko, however, allegedly told police that Adams had a gun and threatened to kill him. Minutes later, Adams said five to seven plainclothes, yet-to-be-identified officers showed up and drew their weapons, threatening to shoot if she moved. After handing officers her bag to check for a weapon, Adams said she knew a community affairs cop at the 10th Precinct. "That's when they grabbed the back of my head and they forced me to the ground," she said. "Then they put enormous pressure on my back. And when they got off of me, I got up and I said, 'Please, if you really feel that I have a gun, check me.' And that's when they leered at me and they looked at my private areas and they said, 'Ma'am from what we can see and what you’re wearing, there is no way that you can have a gun in that outfit." Adams' attorney Sanford Rubenstein said his client is seeking $5 million in damages from the city and the NYPD and has asked the Manhattan District Attorney's Office to conduct an investigation. No summonses were issued at the scene, Rubenstein said, but Adams did file a complaint currently under review by the city's Taxi & Limousine Commission. A spokeswoman for the city's Law Dept. said city attorneys had yet to receive Adams' notice of claim. Paul Browne, NYPD's chief spokesman, did not return messages seeking comment. josh.miller@metro.us
New York Post -- Wednesday, August 2, 2006 PLAYMATE A VAMPIRE, CABBY SAID By JEREMY OLSHAN August 2, 2006 -- A city cabby involved in an infamous tussle with the first openly lesbian Playboy Playmate warned investigators that his shapely passenger was really a vampire who threatened him with her deadly Dracula teeth. At a TLC hearing yesterday to determine whether the driver, Eric Darko, should keep his hack license, agency prober Azam Kifaieh said Darko told him during his investigation of the incident that Miss November 1992, Stephanie Adams, "showed him her vampire teeth." The prober recommended that Darko get a psychiatric evaluation. Meanwhile, Adams said she's not out for blood, "just justice." "I want to make sure this does not happen to anyone else," she said. Darko could not be reached for comment. Adams contends that a "glaze-eyed" Darko became belligerent when she asked to be dropped off closer to her West 22nd street home and in an ensuing fight, falsely told cops she had a gun.
Daily News -- Friday, August 25, 2006 CABBIE CATCHES HAIL FROM BUNNY
A city cab driver got a former Playboy bunny hopping mad and now he's paying for it. A Taxi & Limousine Commission judge yesterday suspended Eric Darko's license for 30 days and recommended he lose it permanently for cursing out and roughing up Playboy covergirl Stephanie Adams. The 35-year-old beauty - Miss November 1992 and the magazine's first openly lesbian Playmate - accused Darko of wigging out when she asked him to take her one block closer to her W. 22nd St. home on May 25. She said Darko called her a "b---h," ordered her out of the cab, then got out himself and slammed a door into her stomach. Darko also was accused of lying to cops when he told them Adams flashed "vampire teeth" and threatened to shoot him. Administrative judge Thomas Coyne cited Darko's "dangerous and violent behavior" and "deplorable" driving record while also fining him $2,700. He noted that since 2001 Darko had six accidents and numerous violations for speeding, discourtesy to passengers, failure to continuously have his cab inspected and refusal to cooperate with the TLC. Darko "poses a threat to the public and thus is no longer fit" to hold a TLC license, the judge said. The 42-year-old Bronx man called the decision "unfair," adding, "I'm not the type who causes problems to passengers or does illegal things." But he said he has no plans to appeal because he doesn't think he would be successful. "I've got three kids here and two back in Ghana," he said. "What I have to do now is get another job."
New York Post -- Friday, September 22, 2006 PLAYMATE SUES COPS OVER CAB 'ATTACK' By DAREH GREGORIAN (Photo: STEPHANIE ADAMS "vampire teeth" allegation.) The witching hour has arrived for the NYPD and cabby Eric Darko - they're being sued for allegedly roughing up a lesbian Playboy Playmate ex-sorceress author. Stephanie Adams, a former Miss November and reported descendant of presidents John and John Quincy Adams, will file suit against the cabby and the cops today for the May run-in she says left her in permanent pain. "We want to make sure this doesn't happen to anyone else," said her lawyer, Sanford Rubenstein. The suit charges the NYPD and Darko's cab company with assault and seeks unspecified money damages. Adams, an author of various books on spirituality, was leaving a birthday party on the Upper East Side on May 25, when she hailed a cab to take her to her Chelsea apartment. The ride turned into a nightmare when she asked the cabby if he could drop her off closer to her apartment - which was apparently out of his way. "The driver became very upset and cursed at her" and ordered her out, a Taxi and Limousine Commission report said. Adams called 911, but Darko told responding cops that she had a gun and threatened to shoot him. The officers wrestled her to the ground and "put pressure" on her back after leering at her skintight outfit, the suit claims. Darko told a TLC investigator that he was frightened because Adams bared "vampire teeth." The NYPD said the cops "responded appropriately." daren.gregorian@nypost.com
FOX5News.com -- Friday, September 22, 2006 Playmate Sues Taxi Driver, NYC Police (Photo: Former Playboy playmate Stephanie Adams, of New York, left, and her attorney Sanford Rubenstein announce the filing of a lawsuit against the New York City Police Department and others Friday, Sept. 22, 2006, in the Brooklyn borough of New York. Adams claims that NYPD officers needlessly roughed her up after a cab driver called in a false report that she was carrying a gun. AP Photo/Tina Fineberg) NEW YORK -- A woman who bills herself as the first openly lesbian Playboy Playmate sued a taxi driver, police and the city on Friday, claiming that officers needlessly roughed her up based on the cabbie's false accusation that she was armed and dangerous. "It was a nightmare," Stephanie Adams, 35, said at a news conference announcing the suit, which seeks unspecified damages. The city had no immediate response. The cab driver, 40-year-old Eric Darko, denied any wrongdoing. "She thinks she's got a case, but I didn't do nothing," Darko said when reached by telephone. The suit stems from a May 25 incident that began when Adams -- Miss November 1992 -- caught Darko's cab on the Upper East Side of Manhattan to take to her Chelsea apartment. After the pair argued over where to drop her off, she alleges he cursed her out, called 911 and made the false report that she had a gun. Adams said she made her own 911 call after Darko pushed a rear car door into her as she tried to get out. A few moments later, plainclothes police officers surrounded Adams on the street with guns drawn, grabbed her purse and pushed her to the ground, she said. When they searched her bag and realized she was unarmed, they let her go without an apology. "It was not necessary for them to throw her down to the ground," said Adams' attorney, Sanford Rubenstein. The complaint filed in state Supreme Court in Manhattan accuses the police officer of assault, and claims Adams "suffered great pain, distress, mental shock, mental anguish and psychological trauma." Adams also complained to the city Taxi & Limousine Commission, which has suspended Darko's taxi license. A TLC investigator reported that the driver told him he called 911 after she flashed her "vampire teeth" and threatened to shoot him. Darko denied making the vampire remark. He accused Adams of causing the ruckus by refusing to pay him a $9 fare, then warning him she had a gun. "I didn't start anything with her," he said.
ABCNews.com -- Friday, September 22, 2006 Playmate Sues Taxi Driver, NYC Police, Claiming She Was Roughed Up Over False Accusations By TOM HAYS (Photo: Former Playboy playmate Stephanie Adams of New York, answers a question from the media as she and her attorney Sanford Rubenstein, not shown, announce the filing of a lawsuit against the New York City Police Department and others Friday, Sept. 22, 2006, in the Brooklyn borough of New York. Adams claims that NYPD officers needlessly roughed her up after a cab driver called in a false report that she was carrying a gun. AP Photo/Tina Fineberg) NEW YORK (AP) -- A Playboy Playmate has sued a taxi driver, police and the city, claiming that officers roughed her up based on the cabbie's false accusation that she was armed and dangerous. "It was a nightmare," Stephanie Adams, 35, said at a news conference Friday announcing the lawsuit, which seeks unspecified damages. The city had no immediate response. The cab driver, 40-year-old Eric Darko, denied any wrongdoing. "She thinks she's got a case, but I didn't do nothing," Darko said when reached by telephone. The lawsuit stems from a May 25 incident that began when Adams - Miss November 1992 - caught Darko's cab to take to her apartment. After they argued over where to drop her off, he cursed her out, called 911 and made the false report that she had a gun, Adams alleges. Adams said she made her own 911 call after Darko pushed a rear car door into her as she tried to get out. A few moments later, plainclothes police officers surrounded Adams on the street with guns drawn, grabbed her purse and pushed her to the ground, she said. When they searched her bag and realized she was unarmed, they let her go without an apology. "It was not necessary for them to throw her down to the ground," said Adams' attorney, Sanford Rubenstein. The complaint filed in state Supreme Court in Manhattan accuses police of assault and claims Adams "suffered great pain, distress, mental shock, mental anguish and psychological trauma." Adams also complained to the city Taxi & Limousine Commission, which has suspended Darko's taxi license. A TLC investigator reported that the driver told him he called 911 after she flashed her "vampire teeth" and threatened to shoot him. Darko denied making the vampire remark. He accused Adams of causing the ruckus by refusing to pay him a $9 fare, then warning him she had a gun. "I didn't start anything with her," he said.
CBSNews.com -- Friday, September 22, 2006 Driver Disputes Lawsuit By Miss November 1992, Says She Had Gun By TOM HAYS (Photo: Playboy Playmate Stephanie Adams was Miss November 1992. Getty Images) U.S. -- A Playboy Playmate has sued a taxi driver, police and the city, claiming that officers roughed her up based on the cabbie's false accusation that she was armed and dangerous. "It was a nightmare," Stephanie Adams, 35, said at a news conference Friday announcing the lawsuit, which seeks unspecified damages. The city had no immediate response. The cab driver, 40-year-old Eric Darko, denied any wrongdoing. "She thinks she's got a case, but I didn't do nothing," Darko said when reached by telephone. The lawsuit stems from a May 25 incident that began when Adams - Miss November 1992 - caught Darko's cab to take to her apartment. After they argued over where to drop her off, he cursed her out, called 911 and made the false report that she had a gun, Adams alleges. Adams said she made her own 911 call after Darko pushed a rear car door into her as she tried to get out. A few moments later, plainclothes police officers surrounded Adams on the street with guns drawn, grabbed her purse and pushed her to the ground, she said. When they searched her bag and realized she was unarmed, they let her go without an apology. "It was not necessary for them to throw her down to the ground," said Adams' attorney, Sanford Rubenstein. The complaint filed in state Supreme Court in Manhattan accuses police of assault and claims Adams "suffered great pain, distress, mental shock, mental anguish and psychological trauma." Adams also complained to the city Taxi & Limousine Commission, which has suspended Darko's taxi license. A TLC investigator reported that the driver told him he called 911 after she flashed her "vampire teeth" and threatened to shoot him. Darko denied making the vampire remark. He accused Adams of causing the ruckus by refusing to pay him a $9 fare, then warning him she had a gun. "I didn't start anything with her," he said.
1010 WINS -- Friday, September 22, 2006 Playmate Sues for Alleged Cabbie, NYPD Incident NEW YORK -- A woman who bills herself as the first openly lesbian Playboy Playmate sued a taxi driver, police and the city on Friday, claiming that officers needlessly roughed her up based on the cabbie's false accusation that she was armed and dangerous. The city had no immediate response. The cab driver, 40-year-old Eric Darko, denied any wrongdoing. The suit stems from a May 25 incident that began when Adams, Miss November 1992, caught Darko's cab on the Upper East Side of Manhattan to take to her Chelsea apartment. After the pair argued over where to drop her off, she alleges he cursed her out, called 911 and made the false report that she had a gun. Adams said she made her own 911 call after Darko pushed a rear car door into her as she tried to get out. A few moments later, plainclothes police officers surrounded Adams on the street with guns drawn, grabbed her purse and pushed her to the ground, she said. When they searched her bag and realized she was unarmed, they let her go without an apology. The complaint filed in state Supreme Court in Manhattan accuses the police officer of assault, and claims Adams "suffered great pain, distress, mental shock, mental anguish and psychological trauma." Adams also complained to the city Taxi & Limousine Commission, which has suspended Darko's taxi license. A TLC investigator reported that the driver told him he called 911 after she flashed her "vampire teeth'' and threatened to shoot him. Darko denied making the vampire remark. He accused Adams of causing the ruckus by refusing to pay him a $9 fare, then warning him she had a gun.
AM New York -- Friday, September 22, 2006 Playmate sues over alleged run-in with cabbie and NYC cops By TOM HAYS (Photo: Click on the photo to view the gallery of photos from the press conference.) NEW YORK -- A Playboy Playmate has sued a taxi driver, police and the city, claiming that officers roughed her up based on the cabbie's false accusation that she was armed and dangerous. "It was a nightmare," Stephanie Adams, 35, said at a news conference Friday announcing the lawsuit, which seeks unspecified damages. The city had no immediate response. The cab driver, 40-year-old Eric Darko, denied any wrongdoing. "She thinks she's got a case, but I didn't do nothing," Darko said when reached by telephone. The lawsuit stems from a May 25 incident that began when Adams - Miss November 1992 - caught Darko's cab to take to her apartment. After they argued over where to drop her off, he cursed her out, called 911 and made the false report that she had a gun, Adams alleges. Adams said she made her own 911 call after Darko pushed a rear car door into her as she tried to get out. A few moments later, plainclothes police officers surrounded Adams on the street with guns drawn, grabbed her purse and pushed her to the ground, she said. When they searched her bag and realized she was unarmed, they let her go without an apology. "It was not necessary for them to throw her down to the ground," said Adams' attorney, Sanford Rubenstein. The complaint filed in state Supreme Court in Manhattan accuses police of assault and claims Adams "suffered great pain, distress, mental shock, mental anguish and psychological trauma." Adams also complained to the city Taxi & Limousine Commission, which has suspended Darko's taxi license. A TLC investigator reported that the driver told him he called 911 after she flashed her "vampire teeth" and threatened to shoot him. Darko denied making the vampire remark. He accused Adams of causing the ruckus by refusing to pay him a $9 fare, then warning him she had a gun. "I didn't start anything with her," he said.
The Boston Globe -- Friday, September 22, 2006 Playmate Sues Taxi Driver, NYC Police (Photo: Former Playboy playmate Stephanie Adams, of New York, left, and her attorney Sanford Rubenstein announce the filing of a lawsuit against the New York City Police Department and others Friday, Sept. 22, 2006, in the Brooklyn borough of New York. Adams claims that NYPD officers needlessly roughed her up after a cab driver called in a false report that she was carrying a gun. AP Photo/Tina Fineberg) NEW YORK -- A woman who bills herself as the first openly lesbian Playboy Playmate sued a taxi driver, police and the city on Friday, claiming that officers needlessly roughed her up based on the cabbie's false accusation that she was armed and dangerous. "It was a nightmare," Stephanie Adams, 35, said at a news conference announcing the suit, which seeks unspecified damages. The city had no immediate response. The cab driver, 40-year-old Eric Darko, denied any wrongdoing. "She thinks she's got a case, but I didn't do nothing," Darko said when reached by telephone. The suit stems from a May 25 incident that began when Adams -- Miss November 1992 -- caught Darko's cab on the Upper East Side of Manhattan to take to her Chelsea apartment. After the pair argued over where to drop her off, she alleges he cursed her out, called 911 and made the false report that she had a gun. Adams said she made her own 911 call after Darko pushed a rear car door into her as she tried to get out. A few moments later, plainclothes police officers surrounded Adams on the street with guns drawn, grabbed her purse and pushed her to the ground, she said. When they searched her bag and realized she was unarmed, they let her go without an apology. "It was not necessary for them to throw her down to the ground," said Adams' attorney, Sanford Rubenstein. The complaint filed in state Supreme Court in Manhattan accuses the police officer of assault, and claims Adams "suffered great pain, distress, mental shock, mental anguish and psychological trauma." Adams also complained to the city Taxi & Limousine Commission, which has suspended Darko's taxi license. A TLC investigator reported that the driver told him he called 911 after she flashed her "vampire teeth" and threatened to shoot him. Darko denied making the vampire remark. He accused Adams of causing the ruckus by refusing to pay him a $9 fare, then warning him she had a gun. "I didn't start anything with her," he said.
Seattle Post Intelligencer -- Friday September 22, 2006 Playmate Sues Taxi Driver, NYC Police By TOM HAYS (Photo: Former Playboy playmate Stephanie Adams of New York, answers a question from the media as she and her attorney Sanford Rubenstein, not shown, announce the filing of a lawsuit against the New York City Police Department and others Friday, Sept. 22, 2006, in the Brooklyn borough of New York. Adams claims that NYPD officers needlessly roughed her up after a cab driver called in a false report that she was carrying a gun. AP Photo/Tina Fineberg) NEW YORK (AP) -- A Playboy Playmate has sued a taxi driver, police and the city, claiming that officers roughed her up based on the cabbie's false accusation that she was armed and dangerous. "It was a nightmare," Stephanie Adams, 35, said at a news conference Friday announcing the lawsuit, which seeks unspecified damages. The city had no immediate response. The cab driver, 40-year-old Eric Darko, denied any wrongdoing. "She thinks she's got a case, but I didn't do nothing," Darko said when reached by telephone. The lawsuit stems from a May 25 incident that began when Adams - Miss November 1992 - caught Darko's cab to take to her apartment. After they argued over where to drop her off, he cursed her out, called 911 and made the false report that she had a gun, Adams alleges. Adams said she made her own 911 call after Darko pushed a rear car door into her as she tried to get out. A few moments later, plainclothes police officers surrounded Adams on the street with guns drawn, grabbed her purse and pushed her to the ground, she said. When they searched her bag and realized she was unarmed, they let her go without an apology. "It was not necessary for them to throw her down to the ground," said Adams' attorney, Sanford Rubenstein. The complaint filed in state Supreme Court in Manhattan accuses police of assault and claims Adams "suffered great pain, distress, mental shock, mental anguish and psychological trauma." Adams also complained to the city Taxi & Limousine Commission, which has suspended Darko's taxi license. A TLC investigator reported that the driver told him he called 911 after she flashed her "vampire teeth" and threatened to shoot him. Darko denied making the vampire remark. He accused Adams of causing the ruckus by refusing to pay him a $9 fare, then warning him she had a gun. "I didn't start anything with her," he said.
CNN.com -- Saturday, September 23, 2006 Playboy Playmate sues cabbie, cops, New York City (Photo: Stephanie Adams says her "nightmare" began with an argument in a cab.) NEW YORK (AP) -- A Playboy Playmate has sued a taxi driver, police and New York City, claiming that officers roughed her up based on the cabbie's false accusation that she was armed and dangerous. "It was a nightmare," Stephanie Adams, 35, said at a news conference Friday announcing the lawsuit, which seeks unspecified damages. The city had no immediate response. The cab driver, 40-year-old Eric Darko, denied any wrongdoing. "She thinks she's got a case, but I didn't do nothing," Darko said when reached by telephone. The lawsuit stems from a May 25 incident that began when Adams -- Miss November 1992 -- caught Darko's cab to take to her apartment. After they argued over where to drop her off, he cursed her out, called 911 and made the false report that she had a gun, Adams alleges. Adams said she made her own 911 call after Darko pushed a rear car door into her as she tried to get out. A few moments later, plainclothes police officers surrounded Adams on the street with guns drawn, grabbed her purse and pushed her to the ground, she said. When they searched her bag and realized she was unarmed, they let her go without an apology. "It was not necessary for them to throw her down to the ground," said Adams' attorney, Sanford Rubenstein. The complaint filed in state Supreme Court in Manhattan accuses police of assault and claims Adams "suffered great pain, distress, mental shock, mental anguish and psychological trauma." Adams also complained to the city Taxi & Limousine Commission, which has suspended Darko's taxi license. A TLC investigator reported that the driver told him he called 911 after she flashed her "vampire teeth" and threatened to shoot him. Darko denied making the vampire remark. He accused Adams of causing the ruckus by refusing to pay him a $9 fare, then warning him she had a gun. "I didn't start anything with her," he said.
New York Newsday -- Saturday, September 23, 2006 Playmate Sues Taxi Driver, NYC Police (Photo: Click on the photo to view the photo gallery.) NEW YORK -- A Playboy Playmate has sued a taxi driver, police and the city, claiming that officers roughed her up based on the cabbie's false accusation that she was armed and dangerous. "It was a nightmare," Stephanie Adams, 35, said at a news conference Friday announcing the lawsuit, which seeks unspecified damages. The city had no immediate response. The cab driver, 40-year-old Eric Darko, denied any wrongdoing. "She thinks she's got a case, but I didn't do nothing," Darko said when reached by telephone. The lawsuit stems from a May 25 incident that began when Adams - Miss November 1992 - caught Darko's cab to take to her apartment. After they argued over where to drop her off, he cursed her out, called 911 and made the false report that she had a gun, Adams alleges. Adams said she made her own 911 call after Darko pushed a rear car door into her as she tried to get out. A few moments later, plainclothes police officers surrounded Adams on the street with guns drawn, grabbed her purse and pushed her to the ground, she said. When they searched her bag and realized she was unarmed, they let her go without an apology. "It was not necessary for them to throw her down to the ground," said Adams' attorney, Sanford Rubenstein. The complaint filed in state Supreme Court in Manhattan accuses police of assault and claims Adams "suffered great pain, distress, mental shock, mental anguish and psychological trauma." Adams also complained to the city Taxi & Limousine Commission, which has suspended Darko's taxi license. A TLC investigator reported that the driver told him he called 911 after she flashed her "vampire teeth" and threatened to shoot him. Darko denied making the vampire remark. He accused Adams of causing the ruckus by refusing to pay him a $9 fare, then warning him she had a gun. "I didn't start anything with her," he said.
USA Today -- Saturday, September 23, 2006 Playmate Sues Taxi Driver, NYC Police (Photo: Former Playboy playmate Stephanie Adams, of New York, left, and her attorney Sanford Rubenstein announce the filing of a lawsuit against the New York City Police Department on Friday.) NEW YORK (AP) -- A woman who bills herself as the first openly lesbian Playboy Playmate sued a taxi driver, police and the city on Friday, claiming that officers needlessly roughed her up based on the cabbie's false accusation that she was armed and dangerous. "It was a nightmare," Stephanie Adams, 35, said at a news conference announcing the suit, which seeks unspecified damages. The city had no immediate response. The cab driver, 40-year-old Eric Darko, denied any wrongdoing. "She thinks she's got a case, but I didn't do nothing," Darko said when reached by telephone. The suit stems from a May 25 incident that began when Adams -- Miss November 1992 -- caught Darko's cab on the Upper East Side of Manhattan to take to her Chelsea apartment. After the pair argued over where to drop her off, she alleges he cursed her out, called 911 and made the false report that she had a gun. Adams said she made her own 911 call after Darko pushed a rear car door into her as she tried to get out. A few moments later, plainclothes police officers surrounded Adams on the street with guns drawn, grabbed her purse and pushed her to the ground, she said. When they searched her bag and realized she was unarmed, they let her go without an apology. "It was not necessary for them to throw her down to the ground," said Adams' attorney, Sanford Rubenstein. The complaint filed in state Supreme Court in Manhattan accuses the police officer of assault, and claims Adams "suffered great pain, distress, mental shock, mental anguish and psychological trauma." Adams also complained to the city Taxi & Limousine Commission, which has suspended Darko's taxi license. A TLC investigator reported that the driver told him he called 911 after she flashed her "vampire teeth" and threatened to shoot him. Darko denied making the vampire remark. He accused Adams of causing the ruckus by refusing to pay him a $9 fare, then warning him she had a gun. "I didn't start anything with her," he said.
YAHOO! News -- Saturday, September 23, 2006 Playmate Sues Taxi Driver, NYC Police, Claiming She Was Roughed Up Over False Accusations By TOM HAYS (Photo: Former Playboy playmate Stephanie Adams of New York, answers a question from the media as she and her attorney Sanford Rubenstein, not shown, announce the filing of a lawsuit against the New York City Police Department and others Friday, Sept. 22, 2006, in the Brooklyn borough of New York. Adams claims that NYPD officers needlessly roughed her up after a cab driver called in a false report that she was carrying a gun. AP Photo/Tina Fineberg) NEW YORK (AP) -- A Playboy Playmate has sued a taxi driver, police and the city, claiming that officers roughed her up based on the cabbie's false accusation that she was armed and dangerous. "It was a nightmare," Stephanie Adams, 35, said at a news conference Friday announcing the lawsuit, which seeks unspecified damages. The city had no immediate response. The cab driver, 40-year-old Eric Darko, denied any wrongdoing. "She thinks she's got a case, but I didn't do nothing," Darko said when reached by telephone. The lawsuit stems from a May 25 incident that began when Adams - Miss November 1992 - caught Darko's cab to take to her apartment. After they argued over where to drop her off, he cursed her out, called 911 and made the false report that she had a gun, Adams alleges. Adams said she made her own 911 call after Darko pushed a rear car door into her as she tried to get out. A few moments later, plainclothes police officers surrounded Adams on the street with guns drawn, grabbed her purse and pushed her to the ground, she said. When they searched her bag and realized she was unarmed, they let her go without an apology. "It was not necessary for them to throw her down to the ground," said Adams' attorney, Sanford Rubenstein. The complaint filed in state Supreme Court in Manhattan accuses police of assault and claims Adams "suffered great pain, distress, mental shock, mental anguish and psychological trauma." Adams also complained to the city Taxi & Limousine Commission, which has suspended Darko's taxi license. A TLC investigator reported that the driver told him he called 911 after she flashed her "vampire teeth" and threatened to shoot him. Darko denied making the vampire remark. He accused Adams of causing the ruckus by refusing to pay him a $9 fare, then warning him she had a gun. "I didn't start anything with her," he said.
The San Francisco Chronicle -- Saturday, September 23, 2006 Playmate Sues Taxi Driver, NYC Police (Photo: Former Playboy playmate Stephanie Adams, of New York, left, and her attorney Sanford Rubenstein announce the filing of a lawsuit against the New York City Police Department and others Friday, Sept. 22, 2006, in the Brooklyn borough of New York. Adams claims that NYPD officers needlessly roughed her up after a cab driver called in a false report that she was carrying a gun. AP Photo/Tina Fineberg) NEW YORK -- A woman who bills herself as the first openly lesbian Playboy Playmate sued a taxi driver, police and the city on Friday, claiming that officers needlessly roughed her up based on the cabbie's false accusation that she was armed and dangerous. "It was a nightmare," Stephanie Adams, 35, said at a news conference announcing the suit, which seeks unspecified damages. The city had no immediate response. The cab driver, 40-year-old Eric Darko, denied any wrongdoing. "She thinks she's got a case, but I didn't do nothing," Darko said when reached by telephone. The suit stems from a May 25 incident that began when Adams -- Miss November 1992 -- caught Darko's cab on the Upper East Side of Manhattan to take to her Chelsea apartment. After the pair argued over where to drop her off, she alleges he cursed her out, called 911 and made the false report that she had a gun. Adams said she made her own 911 call after Darko pushed a rear car door into her as she tried to get out. A few moments later, plainclothes police officers surrounded Adams on the street with guns drawn, grabbed her purse and pushed her to the ground, she said. When they searched her bag and realized she was unarmed, they let her go without an apology. "It was not necessary for them to throw her down to the ground," said Adams' attorney, Sanford Rubenstein. The complaint filed in state Supreme Court in Manhattan accuses the police officer of assault, and claims Adams "suffered great pain, distress, mental shock, mental anguish and psychological trauma." Adams also complained to the city Taxi & Limousine Commission, which has suspended Darko's taxi license. A TLC investigator reported that the driver told him he called 911 after she flashed her "vampire teeth" and threatened to shoot him. Darko denied making the vampire remark. He accused Adams of causing the ruckus by refusing to pay him a $9 fare, then warning him she had a gun. "I didn't start anything with her," he said.
Palm Beach Post -- Saturday, September 23, 2006 Playmate Sues Taxi Driver, NYC Police By TOM HAYS (Photo: Former Playboy playmate Stephanie Adams of New York, answers a question from the media as she and her attorney Sanford Rubenstein, not shown, announce the filing of a lawsuit against the New York City Police Department and others Friday, Sept. 22, 2006, in the Brooklyn borough of New York. Adams claims that NYPD officers needlessly roughed her up after a cab driver called in a false report that she was carrying a gun. AP Photo/Tina Fineberg) NEW YORK (AP) -- A Playboy Playmate has sued a taxi driver, police and the city, claiming that officers roughed her up based on the cabbie's false accusation that she was armed and dangerous. "It was a nightmare," Stephanie Adams, 35, said at a news conference Friday announcing the lawsuit, which seeks unspecified damages. The city had no immediate response. The cab driver, 40-year-old Eric Darko, denied any wrongdoing. "She thinks she's got a case, but I didn't do nothing," Darko said when reached by telephone. The lawsuit stems from a May 25 incident that began when Adams - Miss November 1992 - caught Darko's cab to take to her apartment. After they argued over where to drop her off, he cursed her out, called 911 and made the false report that she had a gun, Adams alleges. Adams said she made her own 911 call after Darko pushed a rear car door into her as she tried to get out. A few moments later, plainclothes police officers surrounded Adams on the street with guns drawn, grabbed her purse and pushed her to the ground, she said. When they searched her bag and realized she was unarmed, they let her go without an apology. "It was not necessary for them to throw her down to the ground," said Adams' attorney, Sanford Rubenstein. The complaint filed in state Supreme Court in Manhattan accuses police of assault and claims Adams "suffered great pain, distress, mental shock, mental anguish and psychological trauma." Adams also complained to the city Taxi & Limousine Commission, which has suspended Darko's taxi license. A TLC investigator reported that the driver told him he called 911 after she flashed her "vampire teeth" and threatened to shoot him. Darko denied making the vampire remark. He accused Adams of causing the ruckus by refusing to pay him a $9 fare, then warning him she had a gun. "I didn't start anything with her," he said.
The Washington Post -- Saturday, September 23, 2006 Playmate Sues Taxi Driver, NYC Police (Photo: Former Playboy playmate Stephanie Adams, of New York, left, and her attorney Sanford Rubenstein announce the filing of a lawsuit against the New York City Police Department and others Friday, Sept. 22, 2006, in the Brooklyn borough of New York. Adams claims that NYPD officers needlessly roughed her up after a cab driver called in a false report that she was carrying a gun. AP Photo/Tina Fineberg) NEW YORK -- A woman who bills herself as the first openly lesbian Playboy Playmate sued a taxi driver, police and the city on Friday, claiming that officers needlessly roughed her up based on the cabbie's false accusation that she was armed and dangerous. "It was a nightmare," Stephanie Adams, 35, said at a news conference announcing the suit, which seeks unspecified damages. The city had no immediate response. The cab driver, 40-year-old Eric Darko, denied any wrongdoing. "She thinks she's got a case, but I didn't do nothing," Darko said when reached by telephone. The suit stems from a May 25 incident that began when Adams -- Miss November 1992 -- caught Darko's cab on the Upper East Side of Manhattan to take to her Chelsea apartment. After the pair argued over where to drop her off, she alleges he cursed her out, called 911 and made the false report that she had a gun. Adams said she made her own 911 call after Darko pushed a rear car door into her as she tried to get out. A few moments later, plainclothes police officers surrounded Adams on the street with guns drawn, grabbed her purse and pushed her to the ground, she said. When they searched her bag and realized she was unarmed, they let her go without an apology. "It was not necessary for them to throw her down to the ground," said Adams' attorney, Sanford Rubenstein. The complaint filed in state Supreme Court in Manhattan accuses the police officer of assault, and claims Adams "suffered great pain, distress, mental shock, mental anguish and psychological trauma." Adams also complained to the city Taxi & Limousine Commission, which has suspended Darko's taxi license. A TLC investigator reported that the driver told him he called 911 after she flashed her "vampire teeth" and threatened to shoot him. Darko denied making the vampire remark. He accused Adams of causing the ruckus by refusing to pay him a $9 fare, then warning him she had a gun. "I didn't start anything with her," he said.
The Dallas Morning News -- Saturday, September 23, 2006 Playmate Sues Cabby, Police (Photo: Playboy playmate Stephanie Adams and her attorney, Sanford Rubenstein, announce the filing of the lawsuit Friday.) NEW YORK -- A woman who bills herself as the first openly lesbian Playboy Playmate sued a taxi driver, police and the city on Friday, claiming that officers needlessly roughed her up based on the cabbie's false accusation that she was armed and dangerous. "It was a nightmare," Stephanie Adams, 35, said at a news conference announcing the suit, which seeks unspecified damages. The city had no immediate response. The cab driver, 40-year-old Eric Darko, denied any wrongdoing. "She thinks she's got a case, but I didn't do nothing," Darko said when reached by telephone. The suit stems from a May 25 incident that began when Adams -- Miss November 1992 -- caught Darko's cab on the Upper East Side of Manhattan to take to her Chelsea apartment. After the pair argued over where to drop her off, she alleges he cursed her out, called 911 and made the false report that she had a gun. Adams said she made her own 911 call after Darko pushed a rear car door into her as she tried to get out. A few moments later, plainclothes police officers surrounded Adams on the street with guns drawn, grabbed her purse and pushed her to the ground, she said. When they searched her bag and realized she was unarmed, they let her go without an apology. "It was not necessary for them to throw her down to the ground," said Adams' attorney, Sanford Rubenstein. The complaint filed in state Supreme Court in Manhattan accuses the police officer of assault, and claims Adams "suffered great pain, distress, mental shock, mental anguish and psychological trauma." Adams also complained to the city Taxi & Limousine Commission, which has suspended Darko's taxi license. A TLC investigator reported that the driver told him he called 911 after she flashed her "vampire teeth" and threatened to shoot him. Darko denied making the vampire remark. He accused Adams of causing the ruckus by refusing to pay him a $9 fare, then warning him she had a gun. "I didn't start anything with her," he said.
Denton Record Chronicle -- Saturday, September 23, 2006 Playmate Sues Cabby, Police (Photo: Playboy playmate Stephanie Adams and her attorney, Sanford Rubenstein, announce the filing of the lawsuit Friday.) NEW YORK -- A woman who bills herself as the first openly lesbian Playboy Playmate sued a taxi driver, police and the city on Friday, claiming that officers needlessly roughed her up based on the cabbie's false accusation that she was armed and dangerous. "It was a nightmare," Stephanie Adams, 35, said at a news conference announcing the suit, which seeks unspecified damages. The city had no immediate response. The cab driver, 40-year-old Eric Darko, denied any wrongdoing. "She thinks she's got a case, but I didn't do nothing," Darko said when reached by telephone. The suit stems from a May 25 incident that began when Adams -- Miss November 1992 -- caught Darko's cab on the Upper East Side of Manhattan to take to her Chelsea apartment. After the pair argued over where to drop her off, she alleges he cursed her out, called 911 and made the false report that she had a gun. Adams said she made her own 911 call after Darko pushed a rear car door into her as she tried to get out. A few moments later, plainclothes police officers surrounded Adams on the street with guns drawn, grabbed her purse and pushed her to the ground, she said. When they searched her bag and realized she was unarmed, they let her go without an apology. "It was not necessary for them to throw her down to the ground," said Adams' attorney, Sanford Rubenstein. The complaint filed in state Supreme Court in Manhattan accuses the police officer of assault, and claims Adams "suffered great pain, distress, mental shock, mental anguish and psychological trauma." Adams also complained to the city Taxi & Limousine Commission, which has suspended Darko's taxi license. A TLC investigator reported that the driver told him he called 911 after she flashed her "vampire teeth" and threatened to shoot him. Darko denied making the vampire remark. He accused Adams of causing the ruckus by refusing to pay him a $9 fare, then warning him she had a gun. "I didn't start anything with her," he said.
TriCity Herald -- Saturday, September 23, 2006 Playboy Playmate Sues Taxi Driver, NYC Police By TOM HAYS (Photo: Former Playboy playmate Stephanie Adams, of New York, listens as her attorney Sanford Rubenstein, not shown, speaks as they announce the filing of a lawsuit against the New York City Police Department and others Friday, Sept. 22, 2006, in the Brooklyn borough of New York. AP Photo/Tina Fineberg) NEW YORK (AP) -- A Playboy Playmate has sued a taxi driver, police and New York City, claiming that officers roughed her up based on the cabbie's false accusation that she was armed and dangerous. "It was a nightmare," Stephanie Adams, 35, said at a news conference Friday announcing the lawsuit, which seeks unspecified damages. The city had no immediate response. The cab driver, 40-year-old Eric Darko, denied any wrongdoing. "She thinks she's got a case, but I didn't do nothing," Darko said when reached by telephone. The lawsuit stems from a May 25 incident that began when Adams -- Miss November 1992 -- caught Darko's cab to take to her apartment. After they argued over where to drop her off, he cursed her out, called 911 and made the false report that she had a gun, Adams alleges. Adams said she made her own 911 call after Darko pushed a rear car door into her as she tried to get out. A few moments later, plainclothes police officers surrounded Adams on the street with guns drawn, grabbed her purse and pushed her to the ground, she said. When they searched her bag and realized she was unarmed, they let her go without an apology. "It was not necessary for them to throw her down to the ground," said Adams' attorney, Sanford Rubenstein. The complaint filed in state Supreme Court in Manhattan accuses police of assault and claims Adams "suffered great pain, distress, mental shock, mental anguish and psychological trauma." Adams also complained to the city Taxi & Limousine Commission, which has suspended Darko's taxi license. A TLC investigator reported that the driver told him he called 911 after she flashed her "vampire teeth" and threatened to shoot him. Darko denied making the vampire remark. He accused Adams of causing the ruckus by refusing to pay him a $9 fare, then warning him she had a gun. "I didn't start anything with her," he said.
The Boston Herald -- Saturday, September 23, 2006 Playboy Playmate sues over alleged run-in with taxi driver, New York City police NEW YORK - A Playboy Playmate has sued a taxi driver, police and the city, claiming that officers roughed her up based on the cabbie's false accusation that she was armed and dangerous. "It was a nightmare," Stephanie Adams, 35, said at a news conference Friday announcing the lawsuit, which seeks unspecified damages. The city had no immediate response. The cab driver, 40-year-old Eric Darko, denied any wrongdoing. "She thinks she's got a case, but I didn't do nothing," Darko said when reached by telephone. The lawsuit stems from a May 25 incident that began when Adams - Miss November 1992 - caught Darko's cab to take to her apartment. After they argued over where to drop her off, he cursed her out, called 911 and made the false report that she had a gun, Adams alleges. Adams said she made her own 911 call after Darko pushed a rear car door into her as she tried to get out. A few moments later, plainclothes police officers surrounded Adams on the street with guns drawn, grabbed her purse and pushed her to the ground, she said. When they searched her bag and realized she was unarmed, they let her go without an apology. "It was not necessary for them to throw her down to the ground," said Adams' attorney, Sanford Rubenstein. The complaint filed in state Supreme Court in Manhattan accuses police of assault and claims Adams "suffered great pain, distress, mental shock, mental anguish and psychological trauma." Adams also complained to the city Taxi & Limousine Commission, which has suspended Darko's taxi license. A TLC investigator reported that the driver told him he called 911 after she flashed her "vampire teeth" and threatened to shoot him. Darko denied making the vampire remark. He accused Adams of causing the ruckus by refusing to pay him a $9 fare, then warning him she had a gun. "I didn’t start anything with her," he said.
International Herald Tribune -- Saturday, September 23, 2006 Playboy Playmate sues over alleged
run-in with taxi driver, New York City police NEW YORK (AP) - A Playboy Playmate has sued a taxi driver, police and the city, claiming that officers roughed her up based on the cabbie's false accusation that she was armed and dangerous. "It was a nightmare," Stephanie Adams, 35, said at a news conference Friday announcing the lawsuit, which seeks unspecified damages. The city had no immediate response. The cab driver, 40-year-old Eric Darko, denied any wrongdoing. "She thinks she's got a case, but I didn't do nothing," Darko said when reached by telephone. The lawsuit stems from a May 25 incident that began when Adams — Miss November 1992 — caught Darko's cab to take to her apartment. After they argued over where to drop her off, he cursed her out, called police and made the false report that she had a gun, Adams alleges. Adams said she made her own call to police after Darko pushed a rear car door into her as she tried to get out. A few moments later, plainclothes police officers surrounded Adams on the street with guns drawn, grabbed her purse and pushed her to the ground, she said. When they searched her bag and realized she was unarmed, they let her go without an apology. "It was not necessary for them to throw her down to the ground," said Adams' attorney, Sanford Rubenstein. The complaint filed in state Supreme Court in Manhattan accuses police of assault and claims Adams "suffered great pain, distress, mental shock, mental anguish and psychological trauma." Adams also complained to the city Taxi & Limousine Commission, which has suspended Darko's taxi license. A TLC investigator reported that the driver told him he called police after she flashed her "vampire teeth" and threatened to shoot him. Darko denied making the vampire remark. He accused Adams of causing the ruckus by refusing to pay him a $9 fare, then warning him she had a gun. "I didn't start anything with her," he said.
The Kansas City Star -- Saturday, September 23, 2006 Playmate sues taxi driver, NYC police NEW YORK - A Playboy Playmate has sued a taxi driver, police and the city, claiming that officers roughed her up based on the cabbie's false accusation that she was armed and dangerous. "It was a nightmare," Stephanie Adams, 35, said at a news conference Friday announcing the lawsuit, which seeks unspecified damages. The city had no immediate response. The cab driver, 40-year-old Eric Darko, denied any wrongdoing. "She thinks she's got a case, but I didn't do nothing," Darko said when reached by telephone. The lawsuit stems from a May 25 incident that began when Adams - Miss November 1992 - caught Darko's cab to take to her apartment. After they argued over where to drop her off, he cursed her out, called 911 and made the false report that she had a gun, Adams alleges. Adams said she made her own 911 call after Darko pushed a rear car door into her as she tried to get out. A few moments later, plainclothes police officers surrounded Adams on the street with guns drawn, grabbed her purse and pushed her to the ground, she said. When they searched her bag and realized she was unarmed, they let her go without an apology. "It was not necessary for them to throw her down to the ground," said Adams' attorney, Sanford Rubenstein. The complaint filed in state Supreme Court in Manhattan accuses police of assault and claims Adams "suffered great pain, distress, mental shock, mental anguish and psychological trauma." Adams also complained to the city Taxi & Limousine Commission, which has suspended Darko's taxi license. A TLC investigator reported that the driver told him he called 911 after she flashed her "vampire teeth" and threatened to shoot him. Darko denied making the vampire remark. He accused Adams of causing the ruckus by refusing to pay him a $9 fare, then warning him she had a gun. "I didn't start anything with her," he said.
Guardian Unlimited (UNITED KINGDOM) -- Saturday, September 23, 2006 BREAKING NEWS -- INTERNATIONAL By TOM HAYS Associated Press Writer NEW YORK (AP) - A Playboy Playmate has sued a taxi driver, police and the city, claiming that officers roughed her up based on the cabbie's false accusation that she was armed and dangerous. "It was a nightmare," Stephanie Adams, 35, said at a news conference Friday announcing the lawsuit, which seeks unspecified damages. The city had no immediate response. The cab driver, 40-year-old Eric Darko, denied any wrongdoing. "She thinks she's got a case, but I didn't do nothing,'' Darko said when reached by telephone. The lawsuit stems from a May 25 incident that began when Adams - Miss November 1992 - caught Darko's cab to take to her apartment. After they argued over where to drop her off, he cursed her out, called 911 and made the false report that she had a gun, Adams alleges. Adams said she made her own 911 call after Darko pushed a rear car door into her as she tried to get out. A few moments later, plainclothes police officers surrounded Adams on the street with guns drawn, grabbed her purse and pushed her to the ground, she said. When they searched her bag and realized she was unarmed, they let her go without an apology. "It was not necessary for them to throw her down to the ground,'' said Adams' attorney, Sanford Rubenstein. The complaint filed in state Supreme Court in Manhattan accuses police of assault and claims Adams "suffered great pain, distress, mental shock, mental anguish and psychological trauma." Adams also complained to the city Taxi & Limousine Commission, which has suspended Darko's taxi license. A TLC investigator reported that the driver told him he called 911 after she flashed her "vampire teeth'' and threatened to shoot him. Darko denied making the vampire remark. He accused Adams of causing the ruckus by refusing to pay him a $9 fare, then warning him she had a gun. "I didn't start anything with her,'' he said.
The New York Times -- Saturday, September 23, 2006 Playmate Sues Taxi Driver, NYC Police By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS NEW YORK (AP) - A Playboy Playmate has sued a taxi driver, police and the city, claiming that officers roughed her up based on the cabbie's false accusation that she was armed and dangerous. "It was a nightmare," Stephanie Adams, 35, said at a news conference Friday announcing the lawsuit, which seeks unspecified damages. The city had no immediate response. The cab driver, 40-year-old Eric Darko, denied any wrongdoing. "She thinks she's got a case, but I didn't do nothing,'' Darko said when reached by telephone. The lawsuit stems from a May 25 incident that began when Adams - Miss November 1992 - caught Darko's cab to take to her apartment. After they argued over where to drop her off, he cursed her out, called 911 and made the false report that she had a gun, Adams alleges. Adams said she made her own 911 call after Darko pushed a rear car door into her as she tried to get out. A few moments later, plainclothes police officers surrounded Adams on the street with guns drawn, grabbed her purse and pushed her to the ground, she said. When they searched her bag and realized she was unarmed, they let her go without an apology. "It was not necessary for them to throw her down to the ground,'' said Adams' attorney, Sanford Rubenstein. The complaint filed in state Supreme Court in Manhattan accuses police of assault and claims Adams "suffered great pain, distress, mental shock, mental anguish and psychological trauma." Adams also complained to the city Taxi & Limousine Commission, which has suspended Darko's taxi license. A TLC investigator reported that the driver told him he called 911 after she flashed her "vampire teeth'' and threatened to shoot him. Darko denied making the vampire remark. He accused Adams of causing the ruckus by refusing to pay him a $9 fare, then warning him she had a gun. "I didn't start anything with her,'' he said.
Los Angeles Times -- Saturday, September 23, 2006 NATIONAL NEWS By TOM HAYS, Associated Press Writer NEW YORK (AP) - A Playboy Playmate has sued a taxi driver, police and the city, claiming that officers roughed her up based on the cabbie's false accusation that she was armed and dangerous. "It was a nightmare," Stephanie Adams, 35, said at a news conference Friday announcing the lawsuit, which seeks unspecified damages. The city had no immediate response. The cab driver, 40-year-old Eric Darko, denied any wrongdoing. "She thinks she's got a case, but I didn't do nothing," Darko said when reached by telephone. The lawsuit stems from a May 25 incident that began when Adams - Miss November 1992 - caught Darko's cab to take to her apartment. After they argued over where to drop her off, he cursed her out, called 911 and made the false report that she had a gun, Adams alleges. Adams said she made her own 911 call after Darko pushed a rear car door into her as she tried to get out. A few moments later, plainclothes police officers surrounded Adams on the street with guns drawn, grabbed her purse and pushed her to the ground, she said. When they searched her bag and realized she was unarmed, they let her go without an apology. "It was not necessary for them to throw her down to the ground," said Adams' attorney, Sanford Rubenstein. The complaint filed in state Supreme Court in Manhattan accuses police of assault and claims Adams "suffered great pain, distress, mental shock, mental anguish and psychological trauma.'' Adams also complained to the city Taxi & Limousine Commission, which has suspended Darko's taxi license. A TLC investigator reported that the driver told him he called 911 after she flashed her "vampire teeth'' and threatened to shoot him. Darko denied making the vampire remark. He accused Adams of causing the ruckus by refusing to pay him a $9 fare, then warning him she had a gun. "I didn't start anything with her," he said.
Forbes.com -- Saturday, September 23, 2006 Playmate Sues Taxi Driver, NYC Police A woman who bills herself as the first openly lesbian Playboy Playmate sued a taxi driver, police and the city on Friday, claiming that officers needlessly roughed her up based on the cabbie's false accusation that she was armed and dangerous. "It was a nightmare," Stephanie Adams, 35, said at a news conference announcing the suit, which seeks unspecified damages. The city had no immediate response. The cab driver, 40-year-old Eric Darko, denied any wrongdoing. "She thinks she's got a case, but I didn't do nothing," Darko said when reached by telephone. The suit stems from a May 25 incident that began when Adams - Miss November 1992 - caught Darko's cab on the Upper East Side of Manhattan to take to her Chelsea apartment. After the pair argued over where to drop her off, she alleges he cursed her out, called 911 and made the false report that she had a gun. Adams said she made her own 911 call after Darko pushed a rear car door into her as she tried to get out. A few moments later, plainclothes police officers surrounded Adams on the street with guns drawn, grabbed her purse and pushed her to the ground, she said. When they searched her bag and realized she was unarmed, they let her go without an apology. "It was not necessary for them to throw her down to the ground," said Adams' attorney, Sanford Rubenstein. The complaint filed in state Supreme Court in Manhattan accuses the police officer of assault, and claims Adams "suffered great pain, distress, mental shock, mental anguish and psychological trauma." Adams also complained to the city Taxi & Limousine Commission, which has suspended Darko's taxi license. A TLC investigator reported that the driver told him he called 911 after she flashed her "vampire teeth" and threatened to shoot him. Darko denied making the vampire remark. He accused Adams of causing the ruckus by refusing to pay him a $9 fare, then warning him she had a gun. "I didn't start anything with her," he said.
Citizen Times -- Saturday, September 23, 2006 Playmate Sues Taxi Driver, NYC Police By TOM HAYS (AP Photo/TINA FINEBERG) NEW YORK (AP) -- A Playboy Playmate has sued a taxi driver, police and the city, claiming that officers roughed her up based on the cabbie's false accusation that she was armed and dangerous. "It was a nightmare," Stephanie Adams, 35, said at a news conference Friday announcing the lawsuit, which seeks unspecified damages. The city had no immediate response. The cab driver, 40-year-old Eric Darko, denied any wrongdoing. "She thinks she's got a case, but I didn't do nothing," Darko said when reached by telephone. The lawsuit stems from a May 25 incident that began when Adams - Miss November 1992 - caught Darko's cab to take to her apartment. After they argued over where to drop her off, he cursed her out, called 911 and made the false report that she had a gun, Adams alleges. Adams said she made her own 911 call after Darko pushed a rear car door into her as she tried to get out. A few moments later, plainclothes police officers surrounded Adams on the street with guns drawn, grabbed her purse and pushed her to the ground, she said. When they searched her bag and realized she was unarmed, they let her go without an apology. "It was not necessary for them to throw her down to the ground," said Adams' attorney, Sanford Rubenstein. The complaint filed in state Supreme Court in Manhattan accuses police of assault and claims Adams "suffered great pain, distress, mental shock, mental anguish and psychological trauma." Adams also complained to the city Taxi & Limousine Commission, which has suspended Darko's taxi license. A TLC investigator reported that the driver told him he called 911 after she flashed her "vampire teeth" and threatened to shoot him. Darko denied making the vampire remark. He accused Adams of causing the ruckus by refusing to pay him a $9 fare, then warning him she had a gun. "I didn't start anything with her," he said.
ASSOCIATED PRESS -- Saturday, September 23, 2006 Playmate Sues Taxi Driver, NYC Police By TOM HAYS (AP Photo/TINA FINEBERG) NEW YORK (AP) -- A Playboy Playmate has sued a taxi driver, police and the city, claiming that officers roughed her up based on the cabbie's false accusation that she was armed and dangerous. "It was a nightmare," Stephanie Adams, 35, said at a news conference Friday announcing the lawsuit, which seeks unspecified damages. The city had no immediate response. The cab driver, 40-year-old Eric Darko, denied any wrongdoing. "She thinks she's got a case, but I didn't do nothing," Darko said when reached by telephone. The lawsuit stems from a May 25 incident that began when Adams - Miss November 1992 - caught Darko's cab to take to her apartment. After they argued over where to drop her off, he cursed her out, called 911 and made the false report that she had a gun, Adams alleges. Adams said she made her own 911 call after Darko pushed a rear car door into her as she tried to get out. A few moments later, plainclothes police officers surrounded Adams on the street with guns drawn, grabbed her purse and pushed her to the ground, she said. When they searched her bag and realized she was unarmed, they let her go without an apology. "It was not necessary for them to throw her down to the ground," said Adams' attorney, Sanford Rubenstein. The complaint filed in state Supreme Court in Manhattan accuses police of assault and claims Adams "suffered great pain, distress, mental shock, mental anguish and psychological trauma." Adams also complained to the city Taxi & Limousine Commission, which has suspended Darko's taxi license. A TLC investigator reported that the driver told him he called 911 after she flashed her "vampire teeth" and threatened to shoot him. Darko denied making the vampire remark. He accused Adams of causing the ruckus by refusing to pay him a $9 fare, then warning him she had a gun. "I didn't start anything with her," he said.
IBLNEWS -- Saturday, September 23, 2006 Una modelo de Playboy demanda a un
taxista y a la policía de Nueva York Una modelo de la revista Playboy demandó al conductor de un taxi, la policía y las autoridades municipales al considerar que fue maltratada debido a la acusación falsa del chofer del automóvil, quien denunció que la mujer iba armada y era peligrosa. "Fue una pesadilla", expresó Stephanie Adams, de 35 años, en una rueda de prensa del viernes para anunciar la demanda, que pide una compensación económica no especificada por los presuntos daños que le ocasionaron. El municipio no respondió a las indagaciones de la prensa. El conductor de taxi, Eric Darko, de 40 años, negó haber actuado indebidamente. "Ella cree que tiene un caso, pero yo nada hice", declaró Darko en una comunicación telefónica. La demanda está basada en un incidente del 25 de mayo que comenzó cuando Adams _ Miss Noviembre 1992 _ subió al taxi de Darko para que la llevara a su apartamento. Después que discutieron por el costado del vehículo por que debía apearse, el hombre la insultó, llamó al número de emergencias 911 y efectuó una denuncia falsa de que tenía un arma, alega Adams. La modelo dijo que también llamó al número telefónico de emergencias después que Darko empujó una puerta trasera del vehículo contra ella, cuando intentaba salir del taxi. Poco después, los agentes policiales armados vestidos de civil rodearon a Adams en la calle, tomaron su bolso y la tiraron al piso, dijo la mujer. Cuando abrieron su cartera y se dieron cuenta de que no tenía armas, la dejaron ir sin pedirle disculpas, agregó. La demanda presentada en la Corte Suprema de Manhattan acusa a la policía de agresión, y sostiene que Adams "sufrió un dolor importante, angustia, conmoción mental y trauma psicológico". Adams también se quejó ante la Comisión de Taxis de la ciudad, que suspendió la licencia de taxi de Darko.
Williamsport Sun-Gazette -- Sunday, September 24, 2006 Playboy Playmate Sues Over Alleged Run-In With Taxi Driver By TOM HAYS (Photo: Former Playboy playmate Stephanie Adams, of New York, listens as her attorney announces the filing of a lawsuit against the New York City Police Department and others Friday, in the Brooklyn borough of New York. Adams claims that NYPD officers needlessly roughed her up after a cab driver called in a false report that she was carrying a gun.) NEW YORK (AP) -- A Playboy Playmate has sued a taxi driver, police and New York City, claiming that officers roughed her up based on the cabbie's false accusation that she was armed and dangerous. "It was a nightmare," Stephanie Adams, 35, said at a news conference Friday announcing the lawsuit, which seeks unspecified damages. The city had no immediate response. The cab driver, 40-year-old Eric Darko, denied any wrongdoing. "She thinks she's got a case, but I didn't do nothing," Darko said when reached by telephone. The lawsuit stems from a May 25 incident that began when Adams -- Miss November 1992 -- caught Darko's cab to take to her apartment. After they argued over where to drop her off, he cursed her out, called 911 and made the false report that she had a gun, Adams alleges. Adams said she made her own 911 call after Darko pushed a rear car door into her as she tried to get out. A few moments later, plainclothes police officers surrounded Adams on the street with guns drawn, grabbed her purse and pushed her to the ground, she said. When they searched her bag and realized she was unarmed, they let her go without an apology. "It was not necessary for them to throw her down to the ground," said Adams' attorney, Sanford Rubenstein. The complaint filed in state Supreme Court in Manhattan accuses police of assault and claims Adams "suffered great pain, distress, mental shock, mental anguish and psychological trauma." Adams also complained to the city Taxi & Limousine Commission, which has suspended Darko's taxi license. A TLC investigator reported that the driver told him he called 911 after she flashed her "vampire teeth" and threatened to shoot him. Darko denied making the vampire remark. He accused Adams of causing the ruckus by refusing to pay him a $9 fare, then warning him she had a gun. "I didn't start anything with her," he said.
Chicago Sun-Times -- Sunday, September 24, 2006 Ex-Playmate sues over 'nightmare' cab ride NEW YORK -- A Playboy Playmate has sued a taxi driver, police and the city, claiming that officers roughed her up based on the cabbie's false accusation that she was armed and dangerous. "It was a nightmare," Stephanie Adams, 35, said Friday in announcing the lawsuit seeking unspecified damages. The city had no response. The cabbie, 40-year-old Eric Darko, denied wrongdoing. "She thinks she's got a case, but I didn't do nothing," he said. The suit stems from a May 25 incident that began when Adams -- Miss November 1992 -- caught Darko's cab. After they argued over where to drop her off, he cursed her out, called 911 and made the false report that she had a gun, Adams alleges. Plainclothes police surrounded Adams with guns drawn, grabbed her purse and pushed her to the ground, she said. Realizing she was unarmed, they let her go without an apology. AP
TheCelebrityCafe.com -- Sunday, September 24, 2006 Playboy bunny sues cab driver Playmate falsely accused of being armed in a cab. Former playboy playmate, Stephanie Adams, 35, has sued a New York City cab driver for falsely accusing her of being "armed and dangerous." The cab driver, Eric Darko, 40, believes he did nothing wrong. This all began May 25, when Adams hailed Darko's cab and asked him to drop her off at her apartment. However, the ride home included arguing and Darko calling 911, accusing Adams to have had a gun in the cab. However, Adams has said she actually made a 911 call herself, after stepping out of the cab and having Darko try to hit her with the rear door. She was then searched by the police, pushed against the ground and went through her purse, without finding a trace of any weapon. Adams complaint is also against the police for pushing her down on the ground, saying she "suffered great pain, distress, mental shock, mental anguish and psychological trauma" throughout the entire search. When Adams complained to the cities Taxi & Limousine Commission they ended up suspending Darko's license.
SpotlightingNews.com -- Sunday, September 24, 2006 (Photo: Stephanie Adams) Stephanie Adams, Miss Playboy November 1992, speaks about her being harassed by New York's police after a taxi driver falsely reported that she was wearing a gun. "It was a nightmare'" said Stephanie who decided suing police and New York City. However, 40-year-old taxi driver, Eric Darko denied Stephanie's latest accusations: "She thinks she's got a case, but I didn't do nothing." The incident former Playboy Playmate referred to happened on May 25, when Stephanie had a heated argument with Eric Darko, the cab driver over the place he should stop the car. Stephanie asked the taxi driver to leave her as close to her apartment as possible. While the dispute, Eric Darko phoned 911 and falsely accused that Stephanie Adams was armed. Stephanie claims that during the arguing Eric Darko cursed her and allegedly hit her with the taxi's door while she was trying to get out of the car. Stephanie Adams said that she made her own police call reporting that Eric Darko hit her. Shortly afterwards police arrived and brutally pushed Stephanie to the ground. When they realized that she was not wearing a weapon the police officers left without expressing their apologies. Stephanie's lawyer, Sanford Rubenstein revealed that his client "suffered great pain, distress, mental shock, mental anguish and psychological trauma" and that it "was not necessary for them (police) to throw her down to the ground."
El Porvenir -- Sunday, September 24, 2006 Ex ‘conejita’ demanda a taxista y
policía de NY Nueva York / Especial Una modelo de la revista Playboy demandó al conductor de un taxi, la policía y las autoridades municipales al considerar que fue maltratada debido a la acusación falsa del chofer del automóvil, quien denunció que la mujer iba armada y era peligrosa. “Fue una pesadilla”, expresó Stephanie Adams, de 35 años, en una rueda de prensa del viernes para anunciar la demanda, que pide una compensación económica no especificada por los presuntos daños que le ocasionaron. El municipio no respondió a las indagaciones de la prensa. El conductor de taxi, Eric Darko, de 40 años, negó haber actuado indebidamente. “Ella cree que tiene un caso, pero yo nada hice”, declaró Darko en una comunicación telefónica. La demanda está basada en un incidente del 25 de mayo que comenzó cuando Adams -Miss Noviembre 1992- subió al taxi de Darko para que la llevara a su apartamento. Después que discutieron por el costado del vehículo por que debía apearse, el hombre la insultó, llamó al número de emergencias 911 y efectuó una denuncia falsa de que tenía un arma, alega Adams. La modelo dijo que también llamó al número telefónico de emergencias después que Darko empujó una puerta trasera del vehículo contra ella, cuando intentaba salir del taxi. Poco después, los agentes policiales armados vestidos de civil rodearon a Adams en la calle, tomaron su bolso y la tiraron al piso, dijo la mujer. Cuando abrieron su cartera y se dieron cuenta de que no tenía armas, la dejaron ir sin pedirle disculpas, agregó. La demanda presentada en la Corte Suprema de Manhattan acusa a la policía de agresión, y sostiene que Adams “sufrió un dolor importante, angustia, conmoción mental y trauma psicológico”. Adams también se quejó ante la Comisión de Taxis de la ciudad, que suspendió la licencia de taxi de Darko.
24 Horas Libre -- Sunday, September 24, 2006 Modelo de Playboy demanda a taxista y
policía de Nueva York Una modelo de la revista Playboy demandó al conductor de un taxi, la policía y las autoridades municipales al considerar que fue maltratada debido a la acusación falsa del chofer del automóvil, quien denunció que la mujer iba armada y era peligrosa. "Fue una pesadilla", expresó Stephanie Adams, de 35 años, en una rueda de prensa del viernes para anunciar la demanda, que pide una compensación económica no especificada por los presuntos daños que le ocasionaron. El municipio no respondió a las indagaciones de la prensa. El conductor de taxi, Eric Darko, de 40 años, negó haber actuado indebidamente. "Ella cree que tiene un caso, pero yo nada hice", declaró Darko en una comunicación telefónica. La demanda está basada en un incidente del 25 de mayo que comenzó cuando Adams _ Miss Noviembre 1992 _ subió al taxi de Darko para que la llevara a su apartamento. Después que discutieron por el costado del vehículo por que debía apearse, el hombre la insultó, llamó al número de emergencias 911 y efectuó una denuncia falsa de que tenía un arma, alega Adams. La modelo dijo que también llamó al número telefónico de emergencias después que Darko empujó una puerta trasera del vehículo contra ella, cuando intentaba salir del taxi. Poco después, los agentes policiales armados vestidos de civil rodearon a Adams en la calle, tomaron su bolso y la tiraron al piso, dijo la mujer. Cuando abrieron su cartera y se dieron cuenta de que no tenía armas, la dejaron ir sin pedirle disculpas, agregó. La demanda presentada en la Corte Suprema de Manhattan acusa a la policía de agresión, y sostiene que Adams "sufrió un dolor importante, angustia, conmoción mental y trauma psicológico". Adams también se quejó ante la Comisión de Taxis de la ciudad, que suspendió la licencia de taxi de Darko. (Agencias)
Milenio.com -- Sunday, September 24, 2006 A tiempo | Espectáculos (Photo: “Fue una pesadilla'’, expresó Stephanie Adams, de 35 años, en una rueda de prensa para anunciar la demanda, que pide una compensación económica no especificada por los presuntos daños que le ocasionaron.) Nueva York, NY.– Una modelo de la revista Playboy demandó al conductor de un taxi, la policía y las autoridades municipales al considerar que fue maltratada debido a la acusación falsa del chofer del automóvil, quien denuncio que la mujer iba armada y era peligrosa. “Fue una pesadilla'’, expresó Stephanie Adams, de 35 años, en una rueda de prensa del viernes para anunciar la demanda, que pide una compensación económica no especificada por los presuntos daños que le ocasionaron. El municipio no respondió a las indagaciones de la prensa. El conductor de taxi, Eric Darko, de 40 años, negó haber actuado indebidamente. “Ella cree que tiene un caso, pero yo nada hice'’, declaró Darko en una comunicación telefónica. La demanda está basada en un incidente del 25 de mayo que comenzó cuando Adams -Miss Noviembre 1992- subió al taxi de Darko para que la llevara a su apartamento. Después que discutieron por el costado del vehículo por que debía apearse, el hombre la insultó, llamó al número de emergencias 911 y efectuó una denuncia falsa de que tenía un arma, alega Adams. La modelo dijo que también llamó al número telefónico de emergencias después que Darko empujó una puerta trasera del vehículo contra ella, cuando intentaba salir del taxi. Poco después, los agentes policiales armados vestidos de civil rodearon a Adams en la calle, tomaron su bolso y la tiraron al piso, dijo la mujer. Cuando abrieron su cartera y se dieron cuenta de que no tenía armas, la dejaron ir sin pedirle disculpas, agregó. La demanda presentada en la Corte Suprema de Manhattan acusa a la policía de agresión, y sostiene que Adams “sufrió un dolor importante, angustia, conmoción mental y trauma psicológico'’. Adams también se quejó ante la Comisión de Taxis de la ciudad, que suspendió la licencia de taxi de Darko. AP
Softpedia.com -- Monday, September 25, 2006 Playboy Playmate Sues Taxi Driver and NYC Cops Stephanie Adams says she was brutally
handled by police officers (Photo: Stephanie Adams) Miss November 1992 just filed a suit at the State Supreme Court in Manhattan, stemming from an incident that occurred on May 25th, when the model was allegedly assaulted by a cab driver and police officers. According to the plaintiff, she got into a cab to get to her apartment and the entire scandal started when the driver wouldn't let her get off where she wanted to. When Stephanie tried to get out of the car, she says, the cabbie (Eric Darko) hit her hard with the car door. A couple of plain-clothes officers came (having been summoned first by Darko and then by Adams) and the taxi driver told them that the woman was carrying a concealed weapon. They threw the Playmate to the ground and started going through her purse. When they found no gun in there, they released her without even bothering to apologize, the plaintiff stated in court papers. Now, she is asking for unspecified damages, on the counts of having 'suffered great pain, distress, mental shock, mental anguish and psychological drama'. Darko, on the other side, says that he did nothing of what the model is implying, although a while ago he admitted to having an altercation in his cab, after a woman flashed her 'vampire teeth' at him and threatened to shoot him. Meanwhile, as the case is still pending a court hearing, the Taxi & Limousine Commission has suspended his taxi license. On the same note, the cabbie claims that it was Adams the one who was violent, as she was refusing to pay him the measly $9 fare on the ride home and threatening to call the police. 'I didn't star anything with her', he said over the phone, when he was sought for comment.
Chicago Sun-Times -- Monday, September 25, 2006 Playmate tussles with cabbie, but did fangs really come out? BY RICHARD ROEPER Sun-Times Columnist Admit it: After a mojito or two, you've
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this story, and why I'm going to cite it the next time I'm giving a talk
and someone asks, "Do you ever run out of things to write about
it?" The Gawker headline is from last August, when there was a hearing regarding the alleged incident, which allegedly took place last May, allegedly. Last Saturday on CNN.com, the headline was slightly less titillating: Playboy Playmate Sues Cabbie, Cops, New York "New York---- A Playboy Playmate has sued a taxi driver, police and New York City, claiming that officers roughed her up based on the cabbie's false accusation that she was armed and dangerous. " 'It was a nightmare,' Stephanie Adams, 35, said at a news conference Friday. ... "The lawsuit stems from a May 25 incident that began when Adams -- Miss November 1992 -- caught [Eric] Darko's cab to take her to her apartment. After they argued over where to drop her off, he cursed her out, called 911 and made the false report that she had a gun, Adams alleges. ... "A few moments later, plainclothes police officers surrounded Adams on the street with drawn guns, grabbed her purse and pushed her to the ground, she said. [They eventually] let her go without an apology." But wait, there's more. Adams also accuses the officers of leering at her because she was wearing a skintight outfit. The cabbie says he was also frightened because Adams "showed him her vampire teeth." !!!! Cabbie vs. Playmate Vampire How great would it be if Miss November 1992 really was a vampire? Alas, her Playmate Data Sheet has nothing under "Turn-Ons" about "fresh human blood" or "an exposed neck under the moonlight" or even "sleeping all day." There's just the usual stuff: "strawberries and cream ... fast cars ... kisses and music." Then again, when asked to describe her "Prince Charming" in that 1992 profile, Adams said, "He's tall, good looking, successful, intelligent and willing to do anything to make me happy." That "anything" would have to include becoming a woman, for in later years Adams became the first Playboy Playmate to come out as a lesbian. (As for Adams' career since becoming a Playmate, she's appeared in Playboy's Book of Lingerie; Playboy's Wet & Wild Women; Playboy's Blondes, Brunettes and Redheads; Playboy's Winter Girls, and Playboy's Playmates in Bed, among other specialty issues. Once again we see how becoming a centerfold can lead to steady work!) Adams has also published books, including Sapphica: Astrology for Lesbians ($15.95). "Unlike most astrology books, Sapphica applies to lesbians only," says the promotional copy for the book. So there are different horoscopes for straights and gays? The planets and stars make such distinctions? Who knew? I haven't read Sapphica -- I guess I'm not the target audience -- but I did enjoy Adams' self-penned author profile on amazon.com: "My name is Stephanie Adams. My craft name is Sorceress and I am the founder, writer, editor and publisher of Goddessy.com. Goddessy is an Astrology-New Age-Spiritual-Metaphysical Web site that offers the most unique and powerful news, articles, information, products, services and more... "What is my background? I come from a history of highly gifted women. ... My great-grandmother had the gift of looking into fire [she was Cherokee Indian] and 'seeing things.'" Hey, me, too! I look into fire and I see things. Like s'mores, usually. As for the "craft name" thing, "Sorceress" is a good one -- though if it had been "Vampiro," the cabdriver would have a better case. I'm not sure what it means, but I gotta get one of those craft names. Does "Magni, Son of Thor the Thunder God" work for you?
PoliceOne.com -- Monday, September 25, 2006 Playmate Sues NYPD, Taxi Driver (Photo: Former Playboy playmate Stephanie Adams, of New York, left, and her attorney Sanford Rubenstein announce the filing of a lawsuit against the New York City Police Department and others Friday, Sept. 22, 2006, in the Brooklyn borough of New York. Adams claims that NYPD officers needlessly roughed her up after a cab driver called in a false report that she was carrying a gun. AP Photo/Tina Fineberg) NEW YORK -- A woman who bills herself as the first openly lesbian Playboy Playmate sued a taxi driver, police and the city on Friday, claiming that officers needlessly roughed her up based on the cabbie's false accusation that she was armed and dangerous. "It was a nightmare," Stephanie Adams, 35, said at a news conference announcing the suit, which seeks unspecified damages. The city had no immediate response. The cab driver, 40-year-old Eric Darko, denied any wrongdoing. "She thinks she's got a case, but I didn't do nothing," Darko said when reached by telephone. The suit stems from a May 25 incident that began when Adams -- Miss November 1992 -- caught Darko's cab on the Upper East Side of Manhattan to take to her Chelsea apartment. After the pair argued over where to drop her off, she alleges he cursed her out, called 911 and made the false report that she had a gun. Adams said she made her own 911 call after Darko pushed a rear car door into her as she tried to get out. A few moments later, plainclothes police officers surrounded Adams on the street with guns drawn, grabbed her purse and pushed her to the ground, she said. When they searched her bag and realized she was unarmed, they let her go without an apology. "It was not necessary for them to throw her down to the ground," said Adams' attorney, Sanford Rubenstein. The complaint filed in state Supreme Court in Manhattan accuses the police officer of assault, and claims Adams "suffered great pain, distress, mental shock, mental anguish and psychological trauma." Adams also complained to the city Taxi & Limousine Commission, which has suspended Darko's taxi license. A TLC investigator reported that the driver told him he called 911 after she flashed her "vampire teeth" and threatened to shoot him. Darko denied making the vampire remark. He accused Adams of causing the ruckus by refusing to pay him a $9 fare, then warning him she had a gun. "I didn't start anything with her," he said.
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-- Monday, September 25, 2006 PLAYMATE SUES TAXI DRIVER, NYC POLICE NEW YORK (AP) - A woman who bills herself as the first openly lesbian Playboy Playmate sued a taxi driver, police and the city on Friday, claiming that officers needlessly roughed her up based on the cabbie's false accusation that she was armed and dangerous. "It was a nightmare," Stephanie Adams, 35, said at a news conference announcing the suit, which seeks unspecified damages. The city had no immediate response. The cab driver, 40-year-old Eric Darko, denied any wrongdoing. "She thinks she's got a case, but I didn't do nothing," Darko said when reached by telephone. The suit stems from a May 25 incident that began when Adams - Miss November 1992 - caught Darko's cab on the Upper East Side of Manhattan to take to her Chelsea apartment. After the pair argued over where to drop her off, she alleges he cursed her out, called 911 and made the false report that she had a gun. Adams said she made her own 911 call after Darko pushed a rear car door into her as she tried to get out. A few moments later, plainclothes police officers surrounded Adams on the street with guns drawn, grabbed her purse and pushed her to the ground, she said. When they searched her bag and realized she was unarmed, they let her go without an apology. "It was not necessary for them to throw her down to the ground," said Adams' attorney, Sanford Rubenstein. The complaint filed in state Supreme Court in Manhattan accuses the police officer of assault, and claims Adams "suffered great pain, distress, mental shock, mental anguish and psychological trauma." Adams also complained to the city Taxi & Limousine Commission, which has suspended Darko's taxi license. A TLC investigator reported that the driver told him he called 911 after she flashed her "vampire teeth" and threatened to shoot him. Darko denied making the vampire remark. He accused Adams of causing the ruckus by refusing to pay him a $9 fare, then warning him she had a gun. "I didn't start anything with her," he said.
365Gay.com -- Tuesday, September 26, 2006 The Buzz - By Brandon Marx Openly lesbian Playboy Playmate Stephanie Adams has slapped a lawsuit on a NYC cabbie and several cops. The suit claims that she was roughed up in a dispute with driver Eric Darko last May. According to the suit the dustup has left her in "permanent pain". Adams was leaving a birthday party on the Upper East Side on May 25, when she hailed a cab to take her to her Chelsea apartment. The ride turned into a nightmare when she asked the cabby if he could drop her off closer to her apartment - which was apparently out of his way. "The driver became very upset and cursed at her" and ordered her out, a Taxi and Limousine Commission report said. Adams called 911, but Darko told responding cops that she had a gun and threatened to shoot him. The officers wrestled her to the ground and "put pressure" on her back after leering at her skintight outfit, the suit claims.
EURweb.com -- Tuesday, September 26, 2006 PLAYBOY PLAYMATE SUES CABBY, NYPD Former Miss November claims cops and cab drivers assaulted her. (Photo: Stephanie Adams) All she wanted was for the cab driver to move closer to her apartment before dropping her off. But according to Stephanie Adams, a former Playboy Playmate, the simple request led to a heated exchange with the driver and a 911 call to the NYPD. According to the New York Post, the one-time Miss November is filing a lawsuit against cab driver Eric Darko and the NYPD for assault and causing her permanent pain. Darko picked up Adams on the evening of May 25. At the end of the ride, she requested that he drop her off closer to her apartment, which was apparently out of his way. According to a Taxi and Limousine Commission (TLC) report, "The driver became very upset and cursed at her." Adams called 911 but Darko told arriving officers that the ex-Playmate had a gun and was threatening to shoot him. According to the suit, the cops were fixated on her skintight outfit before they eventually wrestled her to the ground and "put pressure" on her back. Darko also told the TLC he was afraid because Adams had "vampire teeth." The NYPD says the officer "responded appropriately." Adams lawsuit seeks unspecified damages.
Washington Blade -- Friday, September 29, 2006 Lesbian Playboy Playmate sues over NEW YORK (AP) — A woman who bills herself as the first openly lesbian Playboy Playmate sued a taxi driver, police and the city last week, claiming that officers needlessly roughed her up based on the cabdriver’s false accusation that she was armed and dangerous. "It was a nightmare," Stephanie Adams, 35, said at a news conference announcing the suit, which seeks unspecified damages. The city had no immediate response. The cabdriver, 40-year-old Eric Darko, denied any wrongdoing. The suit stems from a May 25 incident that began when Adams — Miss November 1992 — caught Darko’s cab on the Upper East Side of Manhattan to take her to her Chelsea apartment. After the pair argued over where to drop her off, she alleges he cursed her out, called 911 and made the false report that she had a gun. Adams said she made her own 911 call after Darko pushed a rear car door into her as she tried to get out. A few moments later, plainclothes police officers surrounded Adams on the street with guns drawn, grabbed her purse and pushed her to the ground, she said. When they searched her bag and realized she was unarmed, they let her go without an apology.
Houston Voice -- Saturday, September 30, 2006 Lesbian Playboy Playmate sues over NEW YORK (AP) — A woman who bills herself as the first openly lesbian Playboy Playmate sued a taxi driver, police and the city last week, claiming that officers needlessly roughed her up based on the cabdriver’s false accusation that she was armed and dangerous. “It was a nightmare,” Stephanie Adams, 35, said at a news conference announcing the suit, which seeks unspecified damages. The city had no immediate response. The cabdriver, 40-year-old Eric Darko, denied any wrongdoing. The suit stems from a May 25 incident that began when Adams — Miss November 1992 — caught Darko’s cab on the Upper East Side of Manhattan to take her to her Chelsea apartment. After the pair argued over where to drop her off, she alleges he cursed her out, called 911 and made the false report that she had a gun. Adams said she made her own 911 call after Darko pushed a rear car door into her as she tried to get out. A few moments later, plainclothes police officers surrounded Adams on the street with guns drawn, grabbed her purse and pushed her to the ground, she said. When they searched her bag and realized she was unarmed, they let her go without an apology.
Express Gay News -- Saturday, September 30, 2006 Playboy Playmate sues over alleged
run-in with taxi driver, New York City police Lesbian Playboy Playmate sues over NEW YORK (AP) — A woman who bills herself as the first openly lesbian Playboy Playmate sued a taxi driver, police and the city last week, claiming that officers needlessly roughed her up based on the cabdriver’s false accusation that she was armed and dangerous. “It was a nightmare,” Stephanie Adams, 35, said at a news conference announcing the suit, which seeks unspecified damages. The city had no immediate response. The cabdriver, 40-year-old Eric Darko, denied any wrongdoing. The suit stems from a May 25 incident that began when Adams — Miss November 1992 — caught Darko’s cab on the Upper East Side of Manhattan to take her to her Chelsea apartment. After the pair argued over where to drop her off, she alleges he cursed her out, called 911 and made the false report that she had a gun. Adams said she made her own 911 call after Darko pushed a rear car door into her as she tried to get out. A few moments later, plainclothes police officers surrounded Adams on the street with guns drawn, grabbed her purse and pushed her to the ground, she said. When they searched her bag and realized she was unarmed, they let her go without an apology.
Curve Magazine -- September 2006 (Photo: Stephanie Adams) Lesbian author and former Playboy playmate Stephanie Adams was all over the news, after she was allegedly assaulted by New York policemen. But no strife was in sight at the Rubyfruit Pet Pride Pageant last June, where she and Liza Minnelli were celebrity judges who had a barking good time. The lesbian-owned Rubyfruit hosted the fundraiser for the Mayor's Alliance for NYC's Animals, which featured a cutest dog and pet and person look-alike contests and a butch/femme showdown. The winning pet got to ride in the New York LGBT Pride Parade. -Diane Anderson-Minshall
ASSOCIATED PRESS -- Wednesday, October 11, 2006 NEW YORK (AP) — A taxi driver accused of telling police that a former Playboy Playmate had a gun and threatened to kill him in a dispute over a $9 fare has lost his license. Eric Darko’s taxi license was revoked last week by the Taxi & Limousine Commission, which regulates the city’s taxis. The TLC said a judge determined Darko, who also was fined $3,700, had violated taxi rules relating to passenger refusal, harassment, physical abuse and misrepresentation. Playboy’s Miss November 1992, Stephanie Adams, says she entered Darko’s taxi in uptown Manhattan late one night in May and asked to be taken to her home downtown. She says Darko drove part of the way but then stopped and refused to take her farther, telling her it was too inconvenient. An argument ensued, and both called police. Adams, the first openly gay Playmate, says in a lawsuit naming Darko, the city and police that Darko told the responding officers incorrectly that she had a gun and threatened to kill him. She says police pointed guns at her, leered at her and roughed her up while restraining her. "It was a nightmare," Adams, 35, said at a Sept. 22 news conference announcing her lawsuit, which seeks $5 million in damages. Darko has maintained his innocence and accused Adams of causing the ruckus by refusing to pay the $9 fare, but the TLC said he failed to submit a written response to the judge’s ruling against him. "She thinks she’s got a case," Darko said by telephone, "but I didn’t do nothing. I didn’t start anything with her." A police spokesman denied any wrongdoing by officers and said Adams didn’t complain at the scene that the officers had misbehaved.
FindLaw.com -- Wednesday, October 11, 2006 NEW YORK (AP) — A taxi driver accused of telling police that a former Playboy Playmate had a gun and threatened to kill him in a dispute over a $9 fare has lost his license. Eric Darko’s taxi license was revoked last week by the Taxi & Limousine Commission, which regulates the city’s taxis. The TLC said a judge determined Darko, who also was fined $3,700, had violated taxi rules relating to passenger refusal, harassment, physical abuse and misrepresentation. Playboy’s Miss November 1992, Stephanie Adams, says she entered Darko’s taxi in uptown Manhattan late one night in May and asked to be taken to her home downtown. She says Darko drove part of the way but then stopped and refused to take her farther, telling her it was too inconvenient. An argument ensued, and both called police. Adams, the first openly gay Playmate, says in a lawsuit naming Darko, the city and police that Darko told the responding officers incorrectly that she had a gun and threatened to kill him. She says police pointed guns at her, leered at her and roughed her up while restraining her. "It was a nightmare," Adams, 35, said at a Sept. 22 news conference announcing her lawsuit, which seeks $5 million in damages. Darko has maintained his innocence and accused Adams of causing the ruckus by refusing to pay the $9 fare, but the TLC said he failed to submit a written response to the judge’s ruling against him. "She thinks she’s got a case," Darko said by telephone, "but I didn’t do nothing. I didn’t start anything with her." A police spokesman denied any wrongdoing by officers and said Adams didn’t complain at the scene that the officers had misbehaved.
English.Pravda.ru -- Wednesday, October 11, 2006 FRONT PAGE: SOCIETY -- New York City taxi driver in dispute with Playboy Playmate loses license (Photo: Stephanie Adams - Playboy Miss November 1992) A taxi driver accused of telling police that a former Playboy Playmate had a gun and threatened to kill him in a dispute over a $9 (Ђ7) fare has lost his license. Eric Darko's taxi license was revoked Wednesday by the Taxi & Limousine Commission, which regulates the city's taxis. The TLC said a judge determined Darko, who also was fined $3,700, (Ђ2,950) had violated taxi rules relating to passenger refusal, harassment, physical abuse and misrepresentation. Playboy's Miss November 1992, Stephanie Adams, says she entered Darko's taxi in uptown Manhattan late one night in May and asked to be taken to her home downtown. She says Darko drove part of the way but then stopped and refused to take her farther, telling her it was too inconvenient. An argument ensued, and both called police. Adams, the first openly gay Playmate, says in a lawsuit naming Darko, the city and police that Darko told the responding officers incorrectly that she had a gun and threatened to kill him. She says police pointed guns at her, leered at her and roughed her up while restraining her. "It was a nightmare," Adams, 35, said at a Sept. 22 news conference announcing her lawsuit, which seeks $5 million (Ђ4 million) in damages. Darko has maintained his innocence and accused Adams of causing the ruckus by refusing to pay the $9 (Ђ7) fare, but the TLC said he failed to submit a written response to the judge's ruling against him, reports AP. "She thinks she's got a case," Darko said by telephone, "but I didn't do nothing. I didn't start anything with her." A police spokesman denied any wrongdoing by officers and said Adams didn't complain at the scene that the officers had misbehaved.
Staten Island Live NEW YORK (AP) — A taxi driver accused of telling police that a former Playboy Playmate had a gun and threatened to kill him in a dispute over a $9 fare has lost his license. Eric Darko’s taxi license was revoked last week by the Taxi & Limousine Commission, which regulates the city’s taxis. The TLC said a judge determined Darko, who also was fined $3,700, had violated taxi rules relating to passenger refusal, harassment, physical abuse and misrepresentation. Playboy’s Miss November 1992, Stephanie Adams, says she entered Darko’s taxi in uptown Manhattan late one night in May and asked to be taken to her home downtown. She says Darko drove part of the way but then stopped and refused to take her farther, telling her it was too inconvenient. An argument ensued, and both called police. Adams, the first openly gay Playmate, says in a lawsuit naming Darko, the city and police that Darko told the responding officers incorrectly that she had a gun and threatened to kill him. She says police pointed guns at her, leered at her and roughed her up while restraining her. "It was a nightmare," Adams, 35, said at a Sept. 22 news conference announcing her lawsuit, which seeks $5 million in damages. Darko has maintained his innocence and accused Adams of causing the ruckus by refusing to pay the $9 fare, but the TLC said he failed to submit a written response to the judge’s ruling against him. "She thinks she’s got a case," Darko said by telephone, "but I didn’t do nothing. I didn’t start anything with her." A police spokesman denied any wrongdoing by officers and said Adams didn’t complain at the scene that the officers had misbehaved.
FemmeNoir.com -- Sunday, October 15, 2006 (Photo: Stephanie Adams On October 10, 2006 From The: T.J. Martell Foundation Event Gala In New York City Honoring Former President Bill Clinton; Performances By Mary J. Blige, Sheryl Crow & John Legend; Donations For Silent Auction Included A Special Tour Of The Playboy Mansion Requested Of Christie Hefner By Stephanie Adams) Recent News Regarding The Stephanie Adams' Lawsuit Taxi Driver’s License Has Been Officially Revoked By The Commissioner Of TLC Wednesday, October 11, 2006 -- Matthew W. Daus, Commissioner of the New York City Taxi & Limousine Commission, revokes the TLC license of Eric Darko and fines him as a result of his behavior regarding passenger (Playboy Centerfold) Stephanie Adams. Sanford Rubenstein, Attorney For Stephanie Adams, States: “This revocation sets an example for other taxi drivers that, if you behave in the fashion Eric Darko did when dealing with a passenger, you will lose your right to drive a taxi. Hopefully the Commissioner’s action will act as a deterrent so that what happened to Stephanie Adams will not happen to any other person in this city.” About Rubenstein & Rynecki Esqs: Rubenstein & Rynecki’s Senior Partner Sanford Rubenstein is one of New York’s most sought after advocates for victim’s rights appearing frequently in the national and local news. Rubenstein & Rynecki Esqs. gained national recognition for their work in the landmark case of Abner Louima who was sodomized by a New York City Police Officer in a police precinct’s bathroom. They presently represent victims of the Staten Island Ferry disaster, the family of Ousmane Zongo killed by a New York City Police Officer convicted of criminally negligent homicide and, the civil rights leader, the Reverend Al Sharpton. Rubenstein & Rynecki Attorneys continue to seek justice for victims of wrongful acts who sustain catastrophic injuries resulting from transportation disasters, medical malpractice, premises and automobile tragedies.
Dallas Voice -- Friday, October 20, 2006 Taxi driver who feuded with lesbian Playmate loses license NEW YORK — A taxi driver accused of telling police that a former Playboy Playmate had a gun and threatened to kill him in a dispute over a $9 fare has lost his license. Eric Darko’s taxi license was revoked Oct. 11 by the Taxi & Limousine Commission, which regulates the city’s taxis. The TLC said a judge determined Darko, who also was fined $3,700, had violated taxi rules relating to passenger refusal, harassment, physical abuse and misrepresentation. Playboy’s Miss November 1992, Stephanie Adams, says she entered Darko’s taxi in uptown Manhattan late one night in May and asked to be taken to her home downtown. She says Darko drove part of the way but then stopped and refused to take her farther, telling her it was too inconvenient. An argument ensued, and both called police. Adams, the first openly gay Playmate, says in a lawsuit naming Darko, the city and police, that Darko told the responding officers incorrectly that she had a gun and threatened to kill him. She says police pointed their guns at her, leered at her and roughed her up while restraining her. "It was a nightmare," Adams, 35, said at a Sept. 22 news conference announcing her lawsuit, which seeks $5 million in damages. Darko has maintained his innocence and accused Adams of causing the ruckus by refusing to pay the $9 fare. A police spokesman denied any wrongdoing by officers and said Adams didn’t complain at the scene that the officers had misbehaved.
New York Blade -- Monday, October 23, 2006 Taxi Driver Loses Dispute With Lesbian Playboy Playmate NEW YORK (AP) — A taxi driver accused of telling police that a former Playboy Playmate had a gun and threatened to kill him in a dispute over a $9 fare has lost his license. Eric Darko’s taxi license was revoked last week by the Taxi & Limousine Commission, which regulates the city’s taxis. The TLC said a judge determined Darko, who also was fined $3,700, had violated taxi rules relating to passenger refusal, harassment, physical abuse and misrepresentation. Playboy’s Miss November 1992, Stephanie Adams, says she entered Darko’s taxi in uptown Manhattan late one night in May and asked to be taken to her home downtown. She says Darko drove part of the way but then stopped and refused to take her farther, telling her it was too inconvenient. An argument ensued, and both called police. Adams, the first openly gay Playmate, says in a lawsuit naming Darko, the city and police that Darko told the responding officers incorrectly that she had a gun and threatened to kill him. She says police pointed guns at her, leered at her and roughed her up while restraining her. "It was a nightmare," Adams, 35, said at a Sept. 22 news conference announcing her lawsuit, which seeks $5 million in damages. Darko has maintained his innocence and accused Adams of causing the ruckus by refusing to pay the $9 fare, but the TLC said he failed to submit a written response to the judge’s ruling against him. "She thinks she’s got a case," Darko said by telephone, "but I didn’t do nothing. I didn’t start anything with her." A police spokesman denied any wrongdoing by officers and said Adams didn’t complain at the scene that the officers had misbehaved.
New York Post -- Sunday, October 29, 2006 TAXI CADS: APPLE'S 10 WORST CABBIES
SUSPENDED HACKS ARE HELL ON WHEELS Talk about hell on wheels. Chest-bumping, feces-smearing, spit-crazy cabbies and loony livery drivers have been raging on the road. Taxi and Limousine Commission records reveal that New York's cabbies have been out there punching passengers, cheating meters - even impersonating police officers. As New Yorkers brace themselves to be slammed with doubled fares for idling cabs, The Post has uncovered the 10 worst cabbies to have disgraced the city's streets. These hoodlums are listed on the dishonor roll of hacks who have had their licenses yanked by the TLC over the past two years. CABBIE # 10 -- THE LIAR Eric Darko, 42, Pelham Bay, The Bronx; Cabby since: March 2002; License revoked: October 2006; Violations: 6 -- After arguing with a Playboy playmate about where to drop her off, Darko called the cops and falsely told them she'd pulled a gun on him. He said he was frightened because she'd bared "vampire teeth."
News 24 -- Sunday, December 10, 2006 CABBIES FINED OVER PLAYMATE ROW New York - A taxi driver accused of telling police that a former Playboy Playmate had a gun and threatened to kill him in a dispute over a $9 fare has lost his taxi licence. Eric Darko's licence was revoked on Wednesday by the Taxi & Limousine Commission, which regulates the city's taxis. The TLC said a judge determined Darko, who also was fined $3 700 had violated taxi rules relating to passenger refusal, harassment, physical abuse and misrepresentation. Playboy's Miss November 1992, Stephanie Adams, says she entered Darko's taxi in uptown Manhattan late one night in May and asked to be taken to her downtown home. She says Darko drove part of the way but then stopped and refused to take her farther, telling her it was too inconvenient. An argument ensued, and both called police. $5m lawsuit Adams, the first openly gay Playmate, says in a lawsuit naming Darko, the city and police that Darko told the responding officers incorrectly that she had a gun and threatened to kill him. She says police pointed guns at her, leered at her and roughed her up while restraining her. "It was a nightmare," Adams, 35, said at a September 22 news conference announcing her lawsuit, which seeks $5m in damages. Darko has maintained his innocence and accused Adams of causing the ruckus by refusing to pay the $9 fare, but the TLC said he failed to submit a written response to the judge's ruling against him. "She thinks she's got a case," Darko said by telephone, "but I didn't do nothing. I didn't start anything with her." A police spokesperson denied any wrongdoing by officers and said Adams didn't complain at the scene that the officers had misbehaved.
GodsWarriors.org -- Monday, February 12, 2007 New York City Playboy Centerfold Stephanie Adams Releases GODDESSY 2007 Books Most recently known for filing a lawsuit* against the city of New York because of an alleged assault by a taxi driver and the NYPD, Playboy playmate Stephanie Adams continues to seek justice in the Supreme Court, but is now focusing on her three newly released GODDESSY 2007 astrology and spiritual books (www.GODDESSY.com). The books are entitled "GODDESSY 2007 Psychic Reading Predictions For Every Astrological Birth Sign," "Sapphica 2007 Astrological Love Readings For Lesbians," and "Happenings." GODDESSY provides monthly predictions for every astrological birth sign, along with spiritual advice regarding love, family, health, business, personal happiness and more. Sapphica does the same, but does so specifically for lesbians. Happenings is a novel about a woman who unknowingly makes a transition from the superficial world of modeling to the supernatural world of being psychic. Sounds familiar? Besides being the author of 16 books, Adams also decided to combine astrology with modeling, in her upcoming GODDESSY 2008 Monthly Horoscopes & Photo Calendar. Soon to be 37, Adams proudly shows off her magical beauty in the calendar, remaining a model as well as a spokesmodel, with several posters, magazine features, Playboy appearances, and more. Being a professional and successful model for over 20 years is something quite rare in the industry, but this centerfold model, gay rights advocate, and celebrity author residing in New York City has proven to be even more of a rarity. Not only does Adams look more beautiful now than ever, she's also known for her financial savvy. Along with her modeling career, Adams applied her business degree from Fairleigh Dickinson University to her private client status at Merrill Lynch to become a Fortune 500 investor, and became a self-made millionaire before the age of 30. Aside from her many accomplishes, both in the modeling world as well as the literary one, Adams has decided to dedicate most of her time towards philanthropy and developing as much of a private life as she can possibly have. Adams is no longer labeling herself as a "lesbian", but remains a supporter of the gay and lesbian community, and can always be referred to as the "goddess" of GODDESSY. The GODDESSY 2007 books can be found online via Barnes & Noble, Borders and Amazon. Those who would like to acquire her GODDESSY 2008 collectible calendar now can inquire about it via www.GODDESSY.com.
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ActressArchives.com Hugh Hefner's Hottest Honeys: Stephanie Adams The lovely and talented Stephanie Adams has parlayed her Playboy appearance into quite a successful career as a motivational author and spokesperson for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender rights - so anybody who says smut doesn't solve the world's problems can step right off. Born and raised in the tri-state area, the deliciously exotic Adams (who has Cherokee, African and Caucasian blood running through her veins) was raised by a pair of aunts who were models themselves, and they encouraged the young lady to use her good looks for the good of mankind herself. After being crowned Miss November of 1992, she lost her modeling contract with Wilhelmina Models and switched over to the more progressive Elite Model Management. Since her successful run in Playboy, she has branched out into astrology and New Age hoo-ha, running her very profitable 'Goddessy' company from New York.
AESN.eu -- Friday, August 30, 2007 AUTHORS PAGE - By Sandra Rafaëla He Only Takes The Best: Death And The Reason For Losing Someone You Love (Photo: Author Stephanie Adams) ABOUT THE AUTHOR New York (GODDESSY.com) Spring/Summer 2007 -- She was the first Playboy Centerfold to become a spokesmodel and advocate in the gay community, in addition to being a notable financial investor, an author of 16 books, a contributing editor for 10 publications, a renowned international psychic/astrologist, as well as the founder of GODDESSY.com and Sapphica.com. Adams has been featured in and on numerous magazine covers as well as various newspapers such as New York Post, Daily News, Newsday, etc. as well as TV channels 2 (CBS), 4 (NBC), 5 (FOX), 7 (ABC), 9 (WOR) 11 (WPIX), NY 1 News, CNN, etc. and other media such as Entertainment Tonight, The Late Show With David Letterman, Playboy TV, etc. Aside from her active modeling and writing career, Adams decided to dedicate most of her time investing in Fortune 500 companies, enabling her to become a self-made millionaire before the age of 30. Now Adams has decided to dedicate most of her time towards philanthropy, and developing as much of a private life as she can possibly have. ABOUT THE BOOK Why did she die? Where did she go? Did she suffer? Why did she leave me? How can I cope with the pain of losing her? These are just a few questions asked when someone loses a loved one. Many people ask questions and seek enlightenment, but never really find true answers or healing inspiration. Even when people find inspiration, it is not always entirely heartfelt. When someone you love dies, life is not the same...Life will never be the same. Have you lost a parent, spouse, partner, relative or friend? Do you know someone who suffered and died from a terminal illness? The loss of my aunt was one of the most tragic experiences of my entire life. I say "one of the most" in reference to "my entire life" because there are other very close loved ones that will possibly pass on before me and I will suffer a great loss by losing them. My aunt however, was closer than any person has ever been or ever will be to me, and her death sparked a tremendous need in me to write about it...to heal...and to help others heal from what I have written. I used to be afraid of the thought of losing a loved one, until I did exactly the opposite of what I initially wanted to do...I embraced it. The one person in my life that I loved, more than love itself, taught be a valuable lesson about losing someone...she taught me why. The only thing certain in life is death. We cannot escape death and every single one of us has experienced (or will experience) the loss of a loved one. What can be said at a time like this? Even though we never "get over" the loss of a loved one, we can eventually find solace in understanding the process of death and why it is necessary for us to undergo the pain, the loss, the suffering and eventually, the healing. Allow me to get a crucial, yet inspirational message across to you from personal experience. Complete book, press information and photos can be found by visiting www.GODDESSY.com
New York Post -- "Page Six" By Richard Johnson -- Monday, November 9, 2009 Stephanie Adams, Miss November 1992, was the first and only Playboy Playmate to declare herself a lesbian. But she's switched teams. Adams -- named "best NYC lesbian sex symbol" in 2004 by the Village Voice -- is engaged to marry "a loving, supportive, successful man," she informs Page Six. "I would like for his privacy to remain intact, but I will say that I intend to retire from being a public persona so that we can settle down and have children . . . Life is good . . . I have no regrets for anything."
NOTE: THESE WERE JUST A FEW OF THE HUNDREDS OF PUBLISHED ARTICLES AND NEWS SEGMENTS. MISS ADAMS ALSO SPOKE ON TELEVISION REGARDING THIS INCIDENT FOR CHANNELS 2 (CBS), 4 (NBC), 5 (FOX), 7 (ABC), 9 (WOR) 11 (WPIX), CNN, ETC. AS WELL AS THE RADIO STATION 1010 WINS AND WAS AN EXCLUSIVE FEATURE ON "INSIDE CITY HALL" FOR NEW YORK 1 NEWS. -Public Relations Department |
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