In early 2013, a highly realistic photoshopped image surfaced on social media depicting Selena Gomez on a fake March 2013 cover of Playboy . The image, which showed her in a provocative and topless pose, was quickly debunked. Sources confirmed the photo was an edited version of another model and that Gomez had actually multiple million-dollar offers to pose for the magazine. The "Open Invitation" from Playboy

appeared online in early 2013, falsely claiming she was featured in a March issue. V Magazine (2015): A 2015 photoshoot for V Magazine

The controversy surrounding Selena Gomez's alleged Playboy appearance serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of spreading misinformation online. It highlights the importance of verifying information through reputable sources before sharing or reporting on it.

focusing on her transition into a more "grown-up" fashion icon. i-D Magazine (Pre-Fall 2013): candid, stripped-down street style shoot in London. Harper's Bazaar (April 2013): Photographed by Terry Richardson to appeal to a more mature audience Flaunt Magazine (November 2013): A shoot that was noted for its edgier, high-fashion vibe Warning on Downloads:

None of these approach Playboy-level content.