Martha Stewart, at 81, becomes the oldest model to grace the cover of Sports Illustrated Swimsuit, making history.

Martha Stewart, the renowned author, lifestyle expert, and media personality, has achieved a historic milestone by becoming the oldest model to grace the cover of Sports Illustrated Swimsuit. At 81 years old, Stewart expressed her excitement about the opportunity, stating, “I’m going to be the oldest person ever on a cover of Sports Illustrated.” She emphasized that age doesn’t dominate her thoughts, but acknowledged the significance of the moment.

Photographed in the Dominican Republic by Ruven Afanador, Stewart appeared in numerous stunning photos. During an interview on the “Today” show, she admitted to feeling nervous before the big reveal but expressed her satisfaction with the final picture. Describing the experience as a “challenge,” she viewed it as a testament to embracing a life well-lived rather than succumbing to the notion of aging.

Martha Stewart’s accomplishment surpasses Maye Musk, Elon Musk’s mother, who previously held the record as the oldest cover model at 74 years old. Alongside Stewart, the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit edition features three other cover models: actors Megan Fox and Brooks Nader, and singer Kim Petras. This diverse lineup highlights the magazine’s commitment to celebrating beauty and success across different ages and industries.