Lisa Matthews, born Lisa Reich on September 24, 1969, in Peoria, Illinois, was raised in a middle-class family. Of Caucasian descent, primarily of German and English heritage, she grew up with limited public details about her parents or siblings. She attended Peoria High School, where she was a cheerleader and developed an interest in modeling and dance. No higher education is documented, as her modeling career began shortly after high school.Matthews’ modeling career started with local work in Illinois before she was selected as Playboy’s Playmate of the Month for April 1990, with her pictorial photographed by Arny Freytag. In 1991, she was named Playmate of the Year, a significant achievement celebrated at the Playboy Mansion. Her Playboy work includes photosets like “Spring Blossom” and “Playmate of the Year 1991” on Playboy Plus, rated highly on platforms like BabesRater (e.g., 9.0/10). She appeared in Playboy videos such as Playboy Video Playmate Calendar 1991, Wet & Wild III (1991), and Playboy’s Playmates in Paradise. Her pictorials often highlighted her wholesome, all-American appeal.Beyond Playboy, Matthews had a modest acting career, with roles in films like Hudson Hawk (1991) as a punk girl and TV appearances on Married… with Children (1990) and Dream On (1992). She modeled for swimwear and fitness brands in the early 1990s but did not pursue a high-profile career outside Playboy. No entrepreneurial ventures or significant non-modeling projects are noted, and she largely stepped away from the public eye after the mid-1990s.Matthews has no verified social media presence as of 2025, with no active Instagram, Twitter, or Facebook accounts. She does not have an OnlyFans account, consistent with her limited public engagement since the 1990s. Her online presence is confined to archived Playboy content and fan-driven sites like Babepedia.Standing at 5’7” (170 cm), Matthews weighs approximately 110–115 lbs (50–52 kg) with measurements of 36C-24-35, as reported during her Playboy days. She has blonde hair, brown eyes, and a slender, natural physique. Her breasts are reported as natural, with no evidence of cosmetic surgeries on her breasts, lips, buttocks, nose, or other features. No tattoos or non-standard piercings are noted in her modeling photos.Matthews is sometimes called a "once in a generation Playmate" and beat out a very strong field, including a youngPamela AndersonandTina Bockrathin 1990 to win Playmate of the Year. Hugh Hefner was quoted as saying Matthews was among the most beautiful women to ever be in Playboy and predicted superstardom for her, which ironically, Pamela Anderson would achieve.Fans on Babepedia and forums like FreeOnes find Matthews sexy for her “classic blonde beauty,” “girl-next-door” charm, and “natural, curvy” figure. Her “sparkling brown eyes” and “radiant smile” are frequently praised, with comments like “she might be the hottest woman to ever grace Playboy.” Her wholesome appeal and Playmate of the Year status are seen as unique, earning her top rankings in fan discussions, such as first place in a 2024 Babepedia 1990 Playmates tournament. Her limited output compared to modern Playmates generates nostalgic but less extensive commentary.As of 2025, Matthews maintains a private life, with no confirmed public activities or recent media presence. She is believed to reside in the United States, possibly Illinois, but specific details are unavailable. Her net worth is estimated at $100,000–$500,000, based on her Playboy earnings, acting roles, and limited modeling work.