Martha Stewart has made history by becoming the oldest model ever to grace the front cover of the annual Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue. The 81-year-old lifestyle guru unveiled the cover during an appearance on NBC’s Today show, wearing a plunging white one-piece bathing suit and a flowy orange cover-up. The photos were taken by Ruven Afanador in the Dominican Republic at the Casa de Campo Resort & Villas. Stewart modelled 10 different swimsuits including a low-cut red halter swimsuit, a tan one-piece, and a trendy metallic black-and-silver suit with a zipper. In addition to Stewart, three other celebrities—actor Megan Fox, pop singer Kim Petras, and model Brooks Nader—will appear on the covers of their own Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issues this year.
“I’m sort of shaking,” said Stewart, visibly excited about the cover reveal. “When I heard that I was going to be on the cover of Sports Illustrated Swimsuit, I thought, Oh, that’s pretty good, I’m going to be the oldest person I think ever on a cover of Sports Illustrated. It’s odd to go to an island and change into nine different bathing suits in one day in front of all those people, and it turned out OK.”
Stewart said she wanted to be photographed for the cover to prove that women can look and feel good at any age. “I don’t think about age very much, but I thought that this is kind of historic.”
Passion is essential
Stewart’s achievement is a testament to her passion. As the American television personality once said, “There is no single recipe for success. But there is one essential ingredient: Passion.” Passion is the fire in the belly that drives individuals to pursue their dreams, no matter how challenging or improbable they may seem.
Many successful people have spoken about the importance of passion and how it has influenced their own success. For instance, Steve Jobs, the co-founder of Apple, once said: “People with passion can change the world for the better.” Jeff Bezos, the founder and CEO of Amazon, said: “I believe that you have to be willing to be misunderstood if you’re going to innovate…If you don’t have a passion, you might give up.”
Passion does not guarantee success, but it can provide the motivation and drive to overcome obstacles and setbacks. It enables individuals to push beyond their comfort zones and explore new horizons. Passionate people are willing to take risks and put in the hard work and dedication needed to achieve their goals.
The power of resilience
In addition to passion, resilience is another critical factor for achieving success. Resilience is the ability to recover from setbacks, adapt to changing circumstances, and keep moving forward, even in the face of failure or adversity.
Resilience is not something that one is born with, but a skill that can be developed over time through deliberate practice and perseverance. To be resilient, one needs to cultivate a growth mindset and focus on learning from failures and mistakes. Resilient people do not see failures as a reflection of their worth, but as an opportunity to grow and improve.
Resilience is particularly crucial in today’s uncertain and rapidly changing world. The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted many aspects of our lives, creating new challenges and opportunities. Resilient individuals have been able to adapt to these changes and find new ways to succeed.
Conclusion
In conclusion, Martha Stewart’s achievement is a testament to the power of passion and resilience. Her determination and drive have enabled her to break down barriers and achieve success in a field that is traditionally dominated by younger models. Stewart’s message is an essential reminder that age is just a number and that women can still look and feel good at any age. It is an inspiration to follow one’s passion and never give up in the pursuit of our dreams.
