Young widow of the founder of the Playboy Empire, Hugh Hefner, Crystal Harris, first commented on her husband's death.

In a conversation with People, the woman noted that she was very upset.

"I could not bring myself to write words of gratitude to all people for their compassion. I'm heartbroken. Still do not believe. The funeral took place on Saturday. Now he rests on the place where he always wanted to spend eternity, "- says the widow.

By the way, the star was buried next to Marilyn Monroe, as he wanted. Place Hefner acquired in 1992.

Crystal calls the late husband "American hero" and "pioneer" and notes that she loved him.

"I felt how much he loved me. I loved him so much. I am very grateful to him, he gave me life, "she notes..

Also, the woman noted that Hugh taught her kindness and showed a direction in life, and also repeated her gratitude.

"I will be forever grateful that I was with him, holding my hand and saying how I love him," she added..

The widow of the founder of Playboy stressed: her husband was the "beacon of the world" and always did so that she felt loved next to him.

"He changed my life, he saved my life. There will never be another Hugh Hefner, "- summed up the woman.

Recall, Hugh Hefner and Crystal Harris were married on December 31st, 2012, despite the fact that a few months before they had quarreled. The difference in age between spouses was 60 years.

Interestingly, Kristal did not receive the 43 millionth inheritance of her famous husband. However, she has a seven-million-dollar home and a five-million-dollar payment, in accordance with the marriage contract.

Recall, Dasha Astafyeva in an interview with TSN shared memories of Hefner. The star noted that getting to know Hugh changed her life.