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‘Secrets of Penthouse’ Mercilessly Unravels the Nudie Mag’s Downfall

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A&E’s new docuseries tells the story of Bob Guccione, the alluring visionary and unapologetic jerk behind the once-dominant “Playboy” competitor.

Nick Schager
Nick Schager 

Entertainment Critic

A still from "Secrets of Penthouse" showing Bob Guccione.
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Nick Schager

Nick Schager

Entertainment Critic

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Nick.Schager@thedailybeast.com

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