Kathy Ireland ruled the runways in the ā80s and ā90s, gracedĀ 13 consecutiveĀ Sports IllustratedĀ Swimsuit Issues, and amassed a jaw-dropping $420 million fortune.
With Elizabeth Taylor as her mentor and the world at her feet, she was the definition of iconic.
But nothing will prepare you for how this 62-year-old legend looks todayā¦
Discovered in high school
With her radiant smile, stunning red hair, and those unforgettable blue eyes, Kathy Ireland became the ultimate magazine cover queen. Her natural charm and flawless physique didnāt just turn heads ā they defined an era.
Born in sunny Santa Barbara in 1963, Kathy Ireland got her start in modeling as a teenager ā and it didnāt take long before the world took notice. With her all-American charm and Hollywood-level glamour, she quickly became a household name, landing magazine covers and winning fans across the globe.
It all started when Ireland was just sixteen in 1979. She was discovered at her high school by Elite Model Management, which kickstarted her journey to superstardom.
Early in her career, Ireland also experienced the darker side of the modeling industry.
