Martha Stewart has made history by becoming the oldest model to ever appear on the cover of Sports Illustrated Swimsuit. The 81-year-old lifestyle mogul and entrepreneur shared the news on Monday’s episode of the Today show, revealing that she was featured on one of four different covers for the 2023 issue.
“I like that picture,” Stewart said with a giggle while standing next to her cover shot. “I think it’s great.”
The cover photo, which was shot by famed photographer Ruven Afanador, features Stewart posing in a black one-piece swimsuit on a beach in the Dominican Republic. She accessorizes with a straw hat, sunglasses, and a pair of gold hoop earrings.
In addition to the cover, Stewart also appears in a total of 10 looks in the magazine’s accompanying spread. The photos show her modeling a variety of swimsuits and beachwear, including a red bikini, a white halter top, and a floral sarong.
Stewart’s appearance on the cover of Sports Illustrated Swimsuit is a major milestone for the magazine, which has traditionally featured young, supermodels on its covers. In recent years, however, the magazine has made a concerted effort to feature more diverse models, including women of all ages, sizes, and races.
Stewart’s cover is a welcome change of pace for the magazine, and it’s sure to inspire women of all ages to feel confident and beautiful in their own skin.
In an interview with Today, Stewart said that she hopes her cover will inspire other women to embrace their age and beauty. “I think it’s important for women to feel good about themselves,” she said. “And I think it’s important for women to know that they can look and feel good no matter what age they are.”
Stewart’s cover is a powerful reminder that age is just a number. She is an inspiration to women everywhere, and her cover is sure to make a splash.
81-year-old Martha Stewart becomes the oldest model in history to cover Sports Illustrated Swimsuit 📸 pic.twitter.com/iSqbsv9VKh
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