Actress and model Jena Sims has been named a Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Rookie for the 2024 issue.
The announcement was made after the magazine welcomed all the Swim Search finalists who walked in their annual Swim Week runway show.
Sims, who is married to pro golfer Brooks Koepka, said the news was “her biggest goal in life” and that she plans to use the platform to continue her nonprofit events with the Pageant of Hope and other charitable partnerships. (Trending: Judge Declines To Recuse From Trump 2024 Ballot Case)
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Brooks Koepka and Jena Sims at the ESPY's Pre-Party last night. pic.twitter.com/NOGHTNn5Bt
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“To me, being a rookie and being associated with such a powerhouse brand means that I’m ready to take my career to the next level,” said Sims.
“All of my hard work has paid off, and I’m so excited to see what 2024 has in store,” she added.
“I plan on using this new platform to continue my nonprofit events with the Pageant of Hope and continue my other charitable partnerships.” (Trending: It’s Time For Donald Trump To Drop Out)
Meet US Open champ Brooks Koepka’s stunning girlfriend Jena Sims, the model pin-up and star of Z-list movies like… https://t.co/441jHcqJwF pic.twitter.com/BARJC7Ed61
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“I filmed my audition video almost exactly a year ago and so much has happened since then!” celebrated Sims. “My initial reaction was instant tears. I was on the Zoom call… in Miami waiting to get my hair done! I had instant tears. I cry all over again re-watching the SI Swimsuit announcement video where it shows everyone’s initial reactions.”
The former Miss Teen USA also discussed her relationship with Koepka, saying that they enjoy watching trash reality TV shows together and dining at casual restaurants.
Brooks Koepka girlfriend: The actress and model Jena Sims ‘Lady and the Champ’ https://t.co/thSXBByHh9 pic.twitter.com/s8OlqhsFmw
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