Sports Illustrated Reveals Diverse Group Of Swimsuit Issue Finalists

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Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Edition
Sports Illustrated's Swimsuit Issue is on the horizon.

Every year, Sports Illustrated comes through with its popular Swimsuit Issue which features some of the most beautiful models in the entire world. The magazine likes to feature some lesser-known models who are unique in their approach to the modeling world. One of their initiatives is called the #SISwimSearch where various models are brought in to shoot some spreads, with one of the models being selected for the magazine. According to the Daily Mail, the six finalists have been determined and they all represent some diverse groups.

One of the first finalists is Christie Valdiserri. The 25-year-old has alopecia and will become the first-ever model to pose bald for Sports Illustrated. From there, we have a 56-year-old by the name of Kathy Jacobs who is adamant about redefining what age is all about. Brielle Anyea is the third finalist and will be representing plus-size models.

From there, the final three models are Clarissa Bowers, a recent Miss World contestant. Tanaye White and Jamea Lynne Byrd are the other two contestants who have a shot at winning. Their spread will be shot in Turks & Caicos and the winner will be determined shortly after. 

You can see photos of the final three contestants, below.

About The Author
Alexander Cole is the current Managing Editor of HotNewHipHop. He started at HotNewHipHop back in 2018 where he began as a Sports and Sneakers writer. During this time, he has shown an expertise in Air Jordans, Yeezys, and all things that have to do with Nike. His favorite kicks are the Air Jordan 1 High OG, the Air Jordan 4, the Air Jordan 6, and the Adidas Yeezy Boost 350 V2 in the "Beluga 2.0" colorway. Although his collection might not be the biggest, he is always looking to add new styles to it. When it comes to sports, Alex has a particular interest in the NBA and the NFL. His favorite teams are anywhere LeBron goes, and the Kansas City Chiefs. As a Montrealer, the Montreal Canadiens hold a special place in his heart, even if they haven't won the Stanley Cup in his lifetime. Alex also works for the Concordia Stingers, where he provides play-by-play and color commentary for the football, hockey, and basketball teams His favorite hip-hop artists are Kendrick Lamar, Playboi Carti, Travis Scott, and Lil Uzi Vert.
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