Molly Sims Captivates at Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Event in NYC
Molly Sims made a striking entrance at the 2026 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue presentation in New York City. At 52, she wore a stunning, form-fitting, sheer black gown that highlighted her toned figure.
She accessorized with gold jewelry, a sleek black clutch, and opted for a fresh-faced makeup look. Interestingly enough, her outfit was both elegant yet understated, capturing a lot of attention.
At the event, Sims celebrated her features in this year’s issue, sharing moments from the magazine on social media. It’s always nice to see models celebrating their milestones; it’s quite relatable in many ways.
Another notable presence was Brooks Nader, who attended in a dramatic floor-length black dress with a plunging neckline. She posed alongside her co-star Libby Dunn, who chose a playful little black dress adorned with floral details — a nice touch, I think.
Nader herself has quite an interesting backstory. She first appeared in Sports Illustrated Swimsuit in 2019 after winning a competition. Fast forward to now, she’s gracing the cover again this year.
The special anniversary celebration took place at the Hard Rock Hotel and was attended by various celebs, including a few more cover models like Tiffany Haddish and Alix Earle. Speaking of Earle, she made quite an impression too, arriving in a shiny gold crocheted dress paired with matching heels, which was pretty bold.
Reflecting on her experiences, Earle shared her memories from a photoshoot in Botswana, describing it as “grounding.” It’s fascinating how traveling can bring such clarity and peace — I sometimes feel that way when away from the hustle and bustle.
Tiffany Haddish turned heads in a striking halter neck red dress, further adding to the glamour of the night. Her presence definitely made a statement; the colors just worked so well together.
The evening featured unexpected entertainment, too. Fetty Wap surprised everyone with a performance, with three cover girls joining him onstage to sing a few of his hits. It’s moments like these that can make an event truly memorable.
This year’s edition also included contributions from other well-known figures like Bethenny Frankel and Camille Kostek. It seems to be a star-studded edition that celebrates both beauty and talent.
