Olivia Culpo, the former Miss Universe and reality TV star, has been a prominent figure in Sports Illustrated Swimsuit’s annual features. In 2018, she participated in a powerful “In Her Own Words” body paint feature alongside photographer Taylor Ballantyne in a Brooklyn studio. Since then, Culpo has graced the pages of the publication each year, showcasing her beauty and confidence.
For her second feature with Sports Illustrated Swimsuit, Culpo traveled to Australia, where she posed on Kangaroo Island for photographer Josie Clough. In 2020, she achieved a significant milestone by appearing on the cover of the magazine alongside fellow models Kate Bock and Jasmine Sanders. The captivating images were captured by visual artist Yu Tsai in the stunning backdrop of Bali.
Throughout her career, Culpo has been vocal about her journey with endometriosis, a condition she has bravely shared with SI Swimsuit. In a previous interview, she expressed that her surgery scars from a November 2020 procedure are her favorite part of her body. In her latest SI Swimsuit feature, photographer Ben Watts captured Culpo in Hollywood, Fla., showcasing her body-positive mindset.
Culpo’s confidence shines through in her photos, and she embraces her scars, describing them as amazing and something she is proud of. Her 2021 photo shoot in Florida showcases her beauty, strength, and body-positive outlook, which resonates with fans around the world.