When was playboy created?

Question

when was playboy created because in getting paid to make a playboy website so if anyone knows the answer reply

Answer 1

dec 1953

Answer 2

long, long ago in a galaxy far away.  For real, the early 60's.

really

Answer 3

Google is your friend.  Google this and you'll find the answer.  I remember a friend's father had a copy of the first Playboy magazine and Marilyn Monroe was on the cover.  So I suspect the first answer is correct.  Also, you could probably find the answer at Wikipedia and the existing Playboy website.