Brittany Mahomes Shrugs Off Haters amid SI Swimsuit Debut: ‘Keep Shining and Being You’
Brittany Mahomes is gracefully navigating her Sports Illustrated Swimsuit debut, emerging as a 2024 Rookie for the magazine’s highly anticipated 60th-anniversary issue. The 28-year-old, married to Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, proudly shared glimpses from her photoshoot on her Instagram Story, accompanied by an empowering message for her 1.8 million followers.
In her Instagram post, Brittany conveyed a powerful sentiment: “I’m here to tell you, people will dislike you, people will love you. Don’t let any of that define you.” Encouraging authenticity, she urged her followers to “KEEP SHINING and being YOU,” concluding with a sprinkle of star emojis.
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Scheduled for release in May, the magazine’s landmark anniversary issue will showcase Brittany Mahomes, capturing her in an array of swimsuits. Though the official spread has yet to be unveiled, a preview featured her donning a striking red Mugler cutout one-piece.
Expressing her disbelief at the opportunity, Brittany stated, “I never in my wildest dreams thought this would happen.” Grateful and honored, she emphasized her excitement about joining the SI Swimsuit team, especially considering the unexpected nature of the modeling opportunity.
In an interview with SI Swim, Brittany shared her aspirations for the impact she hopes to make: “I want women to feel empowered to always be yourself, love yourself, and feel confident in whatever you do, and I think SI Swimsuit does, too.”
SI Swim’s editor in chief, MJ Day, described Brittany as the ideal choice for the 60th-anniversary issue, highlighting her multifaceted identity as the owner of the Kansas City Current NWSL team, a former pro athlete, wife, and mother. Day commended Brittany for her groundbreaking initiatives, including founding the world’s first dedicated stadium for women’s sports.