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My experiences have taught me that when you use your voice and stay true to yourself, there is nothing you can't accomplish, which is why I wanted to represent chronically ill women in Sports Illustrated Swimsuit. This invisible illness has challenged my own mental endurance, friendship and academic relationships so much that I had nothing else to do but speak out. When I was 11, I was diagnosed with Ehlers Danlos Syndrome which is a connective tissue disorder leaving bruises all over and braces to seemingly hold my body together. What does it mean to be a part of the Swim Search? Being a part of Swim Search means so much to me, because I never dreamed I would be here! Being chosen as a finalist for this role means I get the opportunity to show other people just how true going after whatever you want, despite adversity you face, is possible. How Many Bathing Suits Do You Own? Probably close to 30! Occupation: Founder of It's Gigi LLC, Podcast Host of 'Everything You Need Is Within' I remember when I got older and got into modeling that I would be in the mirror mimicking and practicing poses from the greats like Tyra Banks, Christie Brinkley and so many more! The way SI Swimsuit has celebrated women and shown that you can be sexy, smart, career oriented, that you can have it all and don't have to choose really has inspired the way I live life now! Being a Brain Tumor survivor and after losing my mom from the pandemic, Swim Search has given me the opportunity to continue shining her beautiful light and love that she gave me and inspire others to keep moving, living, and celebrating yourself and your strength despite life's obstacles and heartbreaks.įirst memory of Sports Illustrated Swimsuit: Ever since I was in middle school, I was OBSESSED with Sports Illustrated Swimsuit. I am extremely grateful for this opportunity. I'm surrounded by an incredible group of women who are so uplifting and who I now consider friends. What does it mean to be a part of Swim Search: Being a part of Swim Search is a dream come true.

How many bathing suits do you own? A gazillion! Occupation: Law School Graduate, Grief Support Advocate and National Brain Tumor Society Spokesperson

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