Martha Stewart, the iconic lifestyle expert, has made history by gracing the cover of the renowned Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue. At 81 years old, she is the oldest participant to ever grace the cover. Alongside Martha, the 2023 issue also features Megan Fox, Kim Petras, and Brooks Nader as cover models. It’s truly a celebration of beauty and confidence at every age!
When Martha heard the news, she couldn’t help but express her excitement. “I thought, Oh, that’s pretty good, I’m going to be the oldest person I think ever on a cover of Sports Illustrated,” she shared with a smile. “This is kind of historic.” And indeed, it is a historic moment – a testament to the fact that age should never be a barrier to achieving our dreams.
For the photoshoot, Martha traveled to the Dominican Republic. It was undoubtedly a challenge for her, but she faced it head-on and came out triumphant. “I met the challenge,” she proudly declared during an interview with Today hosts Savannah Guthrie and Hoda Kotb. She wore 10 different looks, but the final cover photo features Martha in a stunning white bathing suit with a plunging neckline, elegantly draped in an orange shawl. She looks absolutely radiant!
Age is just a number, according to Martha Stewart. Despite being the oldest person to ever grace the cover of the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue, she firmly believes that age doesn’t define who we are or what we can achieve. “Age is not the determining factor in terms of friendship or in terms of success,” Martha shared. “What people do, how people think, how people act, that’s what’s important and not your age.”
In a recent interview with InStyle, Martha also discussed being seen as a “bona fide sex symbol” despite her age. She wants to inspire others to embrace their own beauty and vitality. “I’m a teacher. I’m trying to teach others that you can look great. There’s no reason to slump around,” she emphasized, referring to her viral thirst traps on social media.
Martha Stewart is a true inspiration. Her unwavering confidence and perspective on aging serve as a powerful example for all of us. Let’s celebrate the beauty and strength that come with embracing every stage of life, just like Martha does!
