Chicago – Penthouse Magazine has officially named Renee Olstead as its 2024 Pet of the Year, celebrating her bold spirit, artistic vision and unwavering commitment to advocacy.
A lifelong Penthouse fan and January 2023’s Pet of the Month, Olstead embraces her latest title with gratitude in a celebratory announcement and Q&A interview with 2020 POY Lacy Lennon. “It was a no-brainer accepting Pet of the Month and POY 2024. I mean … that’s the dream. The way that Penthouse has treated me has made me feel like family, which created immense loyalty.”
Beyond modeling, Olstead is deeply invested in sex worker rights, leveraging her Master’s in Psychology to drive meaningful change. “I think sex workers know better than anyone that oftentimes we have targets on our backs. There’s so much legislation, even beyond just decriminalization, that needs to be changed,” she explained. Recently, she met with a Wisconsin lawmaker to propose legislation protecting sex workers. “We are in the initial stages, but I got a good reaction. I’m hoping that I can follow up on that.”
Her creative vision also plays a key role in her success. “I love it when I can be in my creative, sexy, feminine energy and have time to create fantasies with depth,” she shared. “I shoot most of my own content, so it means gathering references, setting up the location, and planning out poses and accessories. I want everything to have a unique energy.”
Olstead elaborated that Penthouse has given her the freedom to express that creativity. “I’ve had more of a chance to collaborate in how I am presented and what feels authentic. More so than any other job I’ve been on, and I will say, more so than working in mainstream.”
Looking ahead, Olstead hopes to make the most of her POY 2024 title. “I’d love to visit the Penthouse clubs, do signing events with fans, and continue my advocacy work.” She also has big academic ambitions. “My most significant accomplishment? I am proud of myself for finishing my Master’s, and next year I’m hoping to apply for a PhD program.”
To enjoy Renee Olstead’s Penthouse POY 2024 announcement and interview, visit Penthouse.com – and follow Olstead at xorenee.com.
ABOUT RENEE OLSTEAD:
Born in Houston, Texas, Renee Olstead began her entertainment career at a young age, amassing over nine seasons of television appearances (Still Standing, The Secret Life of the American Teenager), notable roles in movies such as 13 Going on 30 and Michael Mann’s The Insider, and two studio albums produced by acclaimed music producer David Foster.
In 2020, Olstead shifted focus, venturing into adult modeling and entertainment while pursuing her Master’s Degree in Psychology. She quickly gained momentum as a glamour model and content creator, leading her to complete campaigns and pictorials for renowned brands such as Hustler Hollywood, Playboy, and HoneyBirdette.
In 2023 Olstead earned her Master’s Degree in Psychology, as well as the title of Penthouse Pet of the Month for January, and subsequently became a contributor to Penthouse Magazine, with articles appearing both in print and online at Penthouse.com.
A passionate advocate for sex worker’s rights, Olstead currently serves as a volunteer and fundraiser for various mutual aid organizations, including SWOPLA, Sunday Faire, and Pineapple Support. Currently, Renee divides her time between Los Angeles and Milwaukee, where she resides with her beloved rescue dogs, Ume and Oscar.