Forget all notions and stereotypes you hold about Playboy models. Three-time Playboy Playmate Maria Eriksson, a Master's Degree-holding science teacher from England, has proven to the world of modeling that looks alongside brains can go the distance in the industry. With so many models coming to the United States from all over the globe, Eriksson has become a stand-out in the business, having graced the pages of Playboy multiple times as well as FHM, and modeled in countless countries—even on three different continents. Because of her efforts, and the fact that she brings a hefty sense of charm and smarts to the industry, Eriksson has been awarded the "Extraordinary Ability" Green Card from the U.S. government. Read More »