Sports Illustrated uses transgender model in swimsuit issue for first time

Valentina Sampaio, from Brazil, will appear in the 2020 edition of the supplement that has included famous models such as Heidi Klum and Ashley Graham.

Sampaio, 23, said in a statement that she was “excited and honored” to appear in the issue, which is released on July 21. She was photographed for the shoot in Scrub Island, in the British Virgin Islands, Sports Illustrated said. “I feel strong, and I feel inspired to fight, not just for me but for everyone that I represent.” – SI Swimsuit 2020 rookie Valentina Sampaio

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