#2020 sports illustrated swimsuit models professional#

It gave me hope for a dream which at the time I didn’t think I had the strength to achieve. I thought that was so cool and extremely inspiring. Specifically, in 2018, I saw a woman walk the runway with an artificial limb. That really encouraged me to continue to share my light as they have. Every woman’s story is so unique in their own light.

WHAT INSPIRED YOU TO ATTEND THE MODEL SEARCH IN MIAMI: The women that I’ve seen in Sports Illustrated Swimsuit inspire me. You’re the most powerful when you believe in yourself and your purpose. There isn’t a dream too big or too small. No matter what happens, you must keep going. Don’t ever give up on what you love or who you love.

WHAT WOULD YOU TELL YOUR 13-YEAR-OLD SELF: Life is unpredictable, and it can be hard. NUMBER OF BIKINIS OWNED: 1 bikini and 2 one-pieces I hope to be selected as one of the final six - I'd love to represent military women in Sports Illustrated Swimsuit, because badass is beautiful! The models were just as beautiful then as they are now! It’s amazing to know that a girl can open the magazine and see herself in one of the models. I was with my mom at a bookstore, and while she looked at books, I spotted the magazine. For years I have enjoyed looking through the pages of Sports Illustrated Swimsuit, admiring not only the diversity of all the models that have graced the pages, but to know their stories and to read about the exotic locations where the photo shoots took place.įIRST SI SWIMSUIT MEMORY: I remember seeing my first issue when I was young. WHAT INSPIRED YOU TO ATTEND THE MODEL SEARCH IN MIAMI? I attended with several of my friends from the Miss USA pageant.

Laugh at yourself when you make silly mistakes, know that sometimes it's OK to let go of what does not bring you joy and cut people loose who drain your energy with negative attitudes. It's hard to imagine that everything that happens during those formative years will not necessarily determine your path in life! Embrace the opportunities you are given and appreciate the people you have around you who support your journey. WHAT WOULD YOU TELL YOUR 13-YEAR-OLD SELF: Don’t take life so seriously. OCCUPATION: Psychological Operations Specialist in the United States Army Reserve, student working towards a Bachelor of Science Degree in Communication with a double minor in Sociology and Social Work And I remember being like, 'I know we have the same name and all but who is she? Why does he always call me that?' Then the following year, he had brought an SI magazine with her on the cover and I was like, 'Oh yes! Call me that all you want, I wanna be like her when I grow up!'

We would always go to my aunt and uncle’s house to celebrate, and my uncle would always call me Christie Brinkley. When I saw interviews of MJ Day speaking about there being NO rules and then saw Winnie Harlow, Hunter McGrady and Halima Aden all over SI Swimsuit, I knew this was my moment to be a voice for all the women and young girls who cry every day because they just want to feel normal again.įIRST SI SWIMSUIT MEMORY: My first SI Swimsuit memory was definitely on Thanksgiving Day probably when I was about 10 years old. Then it had all fallen out again in April 2019, and I told myself, okay I can either continue to drown in this pain and let it dictate my life, or I can take the power back and own this look. No way would I ever be picked with these patches let alone ever feel brave enough to put myself out there,” (this was when my hair was growing in but very unevenly). In 2018, my friend attended the open call, and I remember thinking to myself, 'Wow I can't do that until my hair grows all the way back in. WHAT INSPIRED YOU TO ATTEND THE MODEL SEARCH IN MIAMI: I was inspired to attend the Model Search in Miami when I finally had enough strength and confidence in myself as a bald woman. Stay true to who you are at your core, dream hella big, go out there and make a change in the world! Your energy and personality shine way brighter than your exterior looks ever will. Remember to take a moment everyday, to be grateful for all that you do have. Never give up on what you want out of your life. You can be whoever the hell you want to be. WHAT WOULD YOU TELL YOUR 13-YEAR-OLD SELF: Always listen to your gut. NUMBER OF BIKINIS OWNDED: I own a bikini in every single color under the sun.

#2020 sports illustrated swimsuit models professional#

OCCUPATION: I am a professional dancer, fitness instructor, dance teacher, model, and public speaker. HOMETOWN: West Chester, Pennsylvania but I live in Los Angeles now.