Investigation Discovery’s The Playboy Murders continues its exploration of dark narratives intersecting with the famed brand, with its next installment, “The Centerfold and the Serial Killer,” set to air on Monday, May 19, 2025, at 9:00 PM ET. The episode centers on the disturbing case involving Kerissa Fare, who achieved the title of Playmate of the Month for September 2000.
As Fare was on the cusp of her magazine hitting newsstands, a figure from her past became the focus of a murder investigation, with authorities suspecting him of multiple killings. The episode details how investigators sought to speak with Fare regarding her connection to this individual, pulling her into a grim scenario far removed from the aspirational world of Playboy. The Playboy Murders consistently examines the potential dangers and hidden complexities that can accompany the pursuit of fame, particularly for those associated with the iconic adult entertainment empire.
This installment continues the series’ approach of dissecting cultural perceptions of sex, love, and notoriety, illustrating the shocking collision of perceived glamour with brutal violence. The program brings these murder investigations to the forefront, blending a sense of nostalgia with the chilling realities of true crime, underscoring the serious consequences that sometimes shadowed the Playboy lifestyle. The episode aims to provide a detailed account of how Fare’s moment of triumph became entangled with a terrifying criminal investigation.
