While the Vanessa Williams feature dominated headlines, the issue also included: Why Vanessa Williams Gave Up Her Miss America Crown

: Under pressure from the Miss America Organization , Williams resigned on July 23, 1984.

Given the legal status of the Traci Lords content within this specific issue, possession or distribution of the material is subject to strict federal laws regarding child pornography in the United States and similar statutes internationally. Legal authorities and digital platforms often actively monitor and remove this content to comply with child protection regulations. It is important to prioritize legal and ethical considerations when researching historical media that involves the exploitation of minors.

: The issue featured Traci Lords as the "Pet of the Month". It was later discovered that Lords was only 14 or 15 years old at the time the photos were taken, making the issue federal contraband in the United States. Distribution or possession of these specific images can carry legal risks under child pornography laws. Digital Context: "179 Exclusive"

The September 1984 issue of Penthouse is frequently sought after by collectors for a few specific features:

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