Salma Hayek was all set for her big Sports Illustrated moment — with 100 swimsuits packed, altered, and ready to go. But then, disaster struck. Her suitcase vanished en route to the Mexico shoot, leaving her with only a few extra-small backups on set. Yet despite the wardrobe chaos and a wave of self-doubt, the 58-year-old actress pulled it off — and emerged not just as a cover star, but as a symbol of fearless beauty and resilience.
The Frida star, revealed on May 13 as one of Sports Illustrated Swimsuit’s 2025 cover models, told People that agreeing to the shoot had triggered deep hesitation. Though she said yes initially, nerves kicked in as the shoot neared. Her main concern? Swimsuits never seemed to fit her properly, a frustration that made her want to back out entirely.
Hayek admitted she struggled with imposter syndrome, especially when comparing herself to the women she used to see on the magazine’s cover growing up. With her curvy body and heritage, she never imagined someone like her would be considered "model material" for such a platform, let alone at 58.
To ease her concerns, Sports Illustrated sent her 200 swimsuits to try on. She wore over 100 and had many altered in Los Angeles to better suit her figure. But just when everything seemed ready, fate had other plans. The suitcase carrying all her tailored swimwear, along with her skincare essentials and medications, got lost in transit from Hollywood to Mexico.
With nothing but a few leftover swimsuits available on location, Hayek had to improvise. Many of the pieces didn’t fit perfectly, some even in extra-small sizes. But she wore them anyway, pushing through her insecurities and nerves. Despite the fiasco and emotional rollercoaster, she delivered a dazzling shoot.
Salma Hayek on her biggest achievement
For Salma Hayek, her greatest achievement isn’t an award or a blockbuster role — it’s watching her children grow into independent, grounded individuals. The actress takes immense pride in watching her daughter Valentina, 18, and her three stepchildren — François, Mathilde, and Augustin, grow into independent young adults.
Over nearly two decades, Salma consciously shaped her career around her family life, turning down roles that conflicted with her priority of being a present parent. Most of her projects were carefully chosen to align with her children’s schedules, often filmed in Europe and during summer breaks. She reflects on those decisions with no regret, calling it a matter of smart organisation rather than sacrifice. With Valentina now an adult, Salma has more freedom to focus on her creative pursuits.
The Frida star, revealed on May 13 as one of Sports Illustrated Swimsuit’s 2025 cover models, told People that agreeing to the shoot had triggered deep hesitation. Though she said yes initially, nerves kicked in as the shoot neared. Her main concern? Swimsuits never seemed to fit her properly, a frustration that made her want to back out entirely.
Hayek admitted she struggled with imposter syndrome, especially when comparing herself to the women she used to see on the magazine’s cover growing up. With her curvy body and heritage, she never imagined someone like her would be considered "model material" for such a platform, let alone at 58.
To ease her concerns, Sports Illustrated sent her 200 swimsuits to try on. She wore over 100 and had many altered in Los Angeles to better suit her figure. But just when everything seemed ready, fate had other plans. The suitcase carrying all her tailored swimwear, along with her skincare essentials and medications, got lost in transit from Hollywood to Mexico.
With nothing but a few leftover swimsuits available on location, Hayek had to improvise. Many of the pieces didn’t fit perfectly, some even in extra-small sizes. But she wore them anyway, pushing through her insecurities and nerves. Despite the fiasco and emotional rollercoaster, she delivered a dazzling shoot.
Salma Hayek on her biggest achievement
For Salma Hayek, her greatest achievement isn’t an award or a blockbuster role — it’s watching her children grow into independent, grounded individuals. The actress takes immense pride in watching her daughter Valentina, 18, and her three stepchildren — François, Mathilde, and Augustin, grow into independent young adults.
Over nearly two decades, Salma consciously shaped her career around her family life, turning down roles that conflicted with her priority of being a present parent. Most of her projects were carefully chosen to align with her children’s schedules, often filmed in Europe and during summer breaks. She reflects on those decisions with no regret, calling it a matter of smart organisation rather than sacrifice. With Valentina now an adult, Salma has more freedom to focus on her creative pursuits.
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