A spot on the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue cover is one of the top honors in the modeling industry. The iconic magazine franchise had many famous covers over the years. Featuring gorgeous girls with toned abs, long legs, and well sculpted arms. Landing a spot on the issue launches models into stardom. It can even catapult them into celebrity status.
Tyra Banks’ Best Swimsuit Shots
Over the past five decades, some of the sexiest females graced the provocative spread. Some have gone on to become television personalities and celebrities like Tyra Banks. Banks appeared on the Swimsuit Issue cover twice in 1996 and 1997.
The America’s Next Top Model host is also a dancer and Victoria’s Secret Angel. Others have continued to model while pursuing other ventures. Many launch their own fashion lines or become lingerie brand ambassadors.
Some of the models have also gone on to become a part of the sports world Serena Williams and Cam Newton. Since then, the magazine expanded to reach broader audiences. Their branches include a special separate issue, a website, television specials, and calendars.
The model roster grew to include some of the biggest names in the modeling industry. Including Christie Brinkley, Paulina Porizkova, Elle Macpherson, Irina Shayk, and more. The swimsuit issue also helped to advance the fashion industry. Some of the famous models appear on the cover displaying a variety of different styles. From string bikinis to one-piece cutout suits. Sports Illustrated covers a variety of swimwear looks that have helped to inspire many trends in the fashion world.
