T. Rex (September 8, 1973) “Super Size Marc Pin-Up Today” Diana – Pin-Up

The September 8, 1973 edition of Diana magazine (No. 551) features a super-size Marc Bolan pin-up, celebrating his appeal to its young female readership during the height of T. Rextasy.

Publication: Diana

Date: September 8, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Location: London

Section: Pin-Up / Centre Spread

THE STORY

The cover proudly announces a large Marc Bolan pin-up inside, accompanied by a striking full-page colour photograph of Bolan looking directly at the camera, wearing a satin shirt with a decorative guitar strap.

CONTEXT AND NOTES

By September 1973 Marc Bolan remained a major teen idol. Publications like Diana regularly featured glam stars in pin-up form to satisfy the demands of their young audience, highlighting Bolan’s enduring popularity beyond the core music press.

FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS

Event: Magazine pin-up / photo feature Era: 1973 (T. Rex Glam Rock peak) Tone: Fan-oriented, glamorous Photography: Large full-colour portrait of Marc Bolan

WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS

• Cover headline “SUPER SIZE MARC PIN-UP TODAY”

• Large colour photo of Marc Bolan with curly hair, satin shirt, and guitar strap

• Magazine branding “Diana” and issue details (No. 551, 3½p)

• Typical early-70s teen magazine layout with bold colours

RELATED MATERIAL

• August 5, 1973 Pop Magazine line-up announcement

• August 25, 1973 Melody Maker Los Angeles concert review

• September 1, 1973 Melody Maker “Why Marc won’t be giving up”

• October 27, 1973 Disc “Great Hits” advertisement

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SOURCES

• Diana, September 8, 1973

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