Kate Upton looked like a blonde bombshell as she arrived at the starry 2024 Disney Upfront showcase in New York City on Tuesday after her Sports Illustrated cover was released.
The 31-year-old model hit the red carpet wearing a sexy, skin-tight black midi dress that showed off her famous curves.
She styled the ankle-length frock with sheer black heels.
Visibly tanned, Upton looked absolutely radiant as she posed for photos at the event.
The mother-of-one's bouncy blonde curls flowed down her chest, and her makeup looked soft yet radiant.
Her plump mouth was very shiny and her blue eyes were highlighted with smudged black eyeliner.
For an ethereal glow, the buxom blonde applied a light rosy blush to her cheeks.
She flashed a beaming smile as she posed with her chiseled arms at her sides.
Tuesday was a busy day for Upton. He stopped by the CBS Morning Show and brightly and early revealed that he had been selected for one of Sports Illustrated's 60th anniversary covers, which includes seven special editions.
CBS's Gayle King, Hunter McGrady and Chrissy Teigen were also among the other nominees chosen for the special sizzling swimsuit shoot.
On the cover, the veteran model showed off her perfect figure as she stood in a red and pink Normaillot bikini with her arms raised above her head, showing off her amazing abs.
“It's about being confident in your body, no matter how you look. Your voice matters. Being confident gives you power,” she said on the morning show.
When she first saw the finished cover, she told CBS host Nate Burleson, “It looks so nice.” “It never gets old, [Sports Illustrated] You always find a way to surprise me. ”
The mother-of-one went on to say that after appearing on the magazine's cover six times, she felt it was the best decision for her.
“It completely changed my career,” she said of her first cover appearance. “That was my dream. Sports Illustrated is the only magazine that will put your name next to your photo.”
Upton reposted the revelation on her Instagram, writing, “Excited to be back with the SI family!” @yutsai88, @mj_day, and his entire SI team truly feel like family. I’m so grateful to be able to share this amazing journey with you!”
SI Swimsuit editor-in-chief MJ Day explained on CBS Morning, “Listen, there are a lot of swimsuit photos in this issue.”
“We don’t lack swimwear, but I like the idea of all the women coming together in a different way than we do.
“We want the world to recognize that sports illustration has evolved into a powerful vehicle for change with such far-reaching impact.”
In his statement, MJ added that this year is the magazine's 60th anniversary, so he wants to do his best to be on the cover.
“60th anniversary is a big deal. Although it may not be recognized as extravagantly as the number 50, we felt that 60 years old also needed to be celebrated wholeheartedly. The reason is simple: “The journey we've been on over the last 10 years is, in our humble opinion, revolutionary,” she explained.
“We have broken stereotypes. We have embraced diversity. We have championed inclusivity.
“Year after year, we have challenged ourselves to push the boundaries and redefine what it means to be Sports Illustrated Swimsuit.”
