SI Swimsuit finalist Kathy Jacobs, 56, on whirlwind journey, being
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Kathy Jacobs made it her mission to grace the cover of Sports Illustrated’s iconic swimsuit issue after learning the publication was searching far and wide for some fresh faces to usher in a new generation of top talent.
Kathy Jacobs, 56, opens up about becoming a Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Edition top-6 finalist, advice for those hoping to take the dive.
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SI Swimsuit model Kathy Jacobs, the 'oldest and shortest rookie' at 57, celebrates her physique at runway show
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SI Swimsuit's model search winner Tanaye White says reading these comments 'makes me want to cry
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Sports Illustrated Swim Search finalist, 56, says husband took casting call snaps: 'It's never too late, top model niña
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SI Swimsuit finalist with alopecia, Christie Valdiserri, on her journey: 'It hasn't been rainbows
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CrossFitter Brooke Ence talks 'Ultimate Tag,' being told she's 'intimidating' by people who've 'never met' her
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SI Swimsuit model Myla Dalbesio recalls being body-shamed over her size: 'It's been a long journey
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56-Year-Old SI Swim Model Search Finalist Talks Feeling Confident in a Bikini