Nina Cash, 57, from California, US, was named one of seven winners in the 60th Anniversary issue of Sports Illustrated in May 2024, and is a body positivity advocate Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info You don't have to be young to be beautiful, and one woman is proving it in abundance.

Dr Nina Cash, 57, from California, may have modelled when she was younger, but it's in her 50s she's fallen into her stride. The stunner was named one of seven winners who were featured in the 60th Anniversary issue of Sports Illustrated in May 2024, and she's often seen strutting her stuff to promote body positivity on the catwalk. Even though she pursued modelling after high school, she eventually stepped away from the industry to focus on raising her daughter as a single parent.

This led the mum to a career in higher education, specifically in the field of continuing education and adult learning. Nina earned her undergraduate degree in Human Services, followed by a graduate degree in Negotiation, Conflict Resolution and Peacebuilding. Eventually, she pursued a doctorate in educational leadership, which was driven by a passion for fostering learning and growth in individuals and communities.

But, after she retired in 2022, Nina felt "drawn" to re-visiting modelling. Towards the end of that year, she took a chance and submitted an application to the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Search, an.