She starred in , a film, and inspired the creation of a and a doll.
Karen McDougal had her time in the spotlight in 1998 when she was named Playboy Playmate of the Year, but now the model is being thrust back into the news after reports that she carried on a long-term affair with Donald Trump while he was married to Melania.
McDougal has also appeared in various posters, calendars, magazine covers, advertising campaigns, promotional events, clothing, swimwear and lingerie catalogs following her success as Playmate of the Year.
McDougal, clad in a black bikini, survived two rounds of elimination during the program, only to be eliminated by the judges in the last round at the end, just prior to the selection of the final 10 contestants eligible for online voting.