Hollywood sensation Salma Hayek has taken the modeling world by storm as she graces the cover of the highly anticipated Sports Illustrated Swimsuit 2025 Issue.
The Mexican actress, known for her stunning beauty and talent, has captivated fans once again with her alluring presence on the iconic magazine cover. Hayek’s timeless elegance and confidence have truly turned heads, proving that age is just a number when it comes to sheer star power.
SI Swimsuit is so thrilled to announce Hayek Pinault’s debut on the cover of the 2025 issue. The undeniable powerhouse, who made her directorial debut in 2003 with the Emmy Award-winning TV movie The Maldonado Miracle, traveled to her home country of Mexico for the incredible photo shoot. Captured by photographer Ruven Afanador, Hayek Pinault was the picture of powerful beachside glamour at the Cuixmala luxury resort.
While on set with SI Swimsuit for her instantly iconic cover moment, the human rights advocate, who has a deep passion for helping women and immigrants, discussed embracing her authentic self at 58 years old.
“I remember when I was young, a long, long time ago, I was always excited to see the Swimsuit Issue of Sports Illustrated, and [thinking] ‘Who’s going to be in it?’ Of course, I didn’t look like a model, so it never crossed my mind that one day I would be in it,” Hayek Pinault shared on location. “If somebody had told me I was gonna be in it at 58, I would have sent them to the madhouse, but the world has changed, and that’s exciting.”
Hayek Pinault, who has no plans of slowing down anytime soon, sees her success and freedom as something she’s worked hard for—and something she wants to enjoy.
“I feel so fortunate that I am part of a generation that has been able to really experience very tangible change,” she continued. “I could retire, but I don’t want to miss out on this time. I fought for it, you know, and I’ve been part of it, and I think it’s really remarkable that a magazine like Sports Illustrated [Swimsuit] says that it’s O.K., maybe even cool, to be past 50 and still be able to feel not just sexy, but for me, to be free and not be self-conscious of your body like you have to hide.”
“I don’t see why, after a certain age, we have to retract ourselves from embracing life to the fullest,” she said.
“Salma Hayek Pinault is a force of nature,” SI Swimsuit editor in chief MJ Day shares. “As an actor, producer, philanthropist and champion for women, Salma is a beacon for Latinx communities, a tireless advocate and a person whose passion for art, life and humanity has few rivals. Her why is rooted in her ability to inspire generations to come, by showing us all that living on your own terms is the ultimate power. She has a creative fire that lights up everything she touches. Her passion for life, for storytelling, for humanity is rare. It’s real.”
“I hope that when they see the interview or see the photos, it’s a reminder for everyone that it’s so important to always just put all your effort in finding the joy in any given situation,” Hayek Pinault added of her SI Swimsuit cover.
This historic moment marks a milestone in Hayek’s illustrious career, solidifying her status as a force to be reckoned with in the world of fashion and entertainment. Be sure to pick up a copy of the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit 2025 Issue to feast on Salma Hayek’s body in that tiny bikini.
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