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10 things you need to know about 'Sports Illustrated' model Ashley Graham

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February 17, 2016

American beauty Ashley Graham sizzles on the cover of the 2016 edition of <i>Sports Illustrated</i>'s swimsuit issue. The curvaceous bombshell, who has been modelling for years, is the first plus-sized model to grace the cover of the annual special.

<p>Get to know the 28-year-old stunner with these 10 fast facts!</p>

American beauty Ashley Graham sizzles on the cover of the 2016 edition of Sports Illustrated's swimsuit issue. The curvaceous bombshell, who has been modelling for years, is the first plus-sized model to grace the cover of the annual special.

Get to know the 28-year-old stunner with these 10 fast facts!

She started modelling at age 12 and has been the face of a variety of brands including Levi's and Lane Bryant.

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The 5'9" Nebraska native has been married to videographer Justin Ervin since 2010.

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The gorgeous brunette visits schools to talk about body image and acceptance, and has also been involved in humanitarian missions in South Africa.

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Ashley helped to found ALDA, a coalition of models promoting a healthy body image for women.

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Ashley stars in one of three covers for the 2016 Sports Illustrated swimsuit issue.

Photo: © Sports Illustrated

In addition to modelling, she has collaborated with Addition Elle on her own range of lingerie available at Nordstrom and AshleyGrahamCollections.com.

In January 2016, the model, seen here with fellow models Kyra Santoro, left, and Emily Ratajkowski, was named to Forbes Magazine’s coveted “30 Under 30” list.

After landing the coveted <i>Sports Illustrated</i> cover, she declared, "This is for all the women who didn't think they were beautiful because of their size!" Here she's seen with Bridget Moynahan and Christie Brinkley at the NYDJ 2016 Fit To Be Campaign launch at Lord & Taylor.
<p>Photo: © Getty Images</p>

After landing the coveted Sports Illustrated cover, she declared, "This is for all the women who didn't think they were beautiful because of their size!" Here she's seen with Bridget Moynahan and Christie Brinkley at the NYDJ 2016 Fit To Be Campaign launch at Lord & Taylor.

She also has her own website, www.ashleygraham.com, with the slogan, "Stand up for curves, confidence is sexy."

Despite her growing success, she remains firmly grounded and often excitedly shares photos of celebrities she meets at fashion events and shows. She has had "fangirl moments" over everyone from Karlie Kloss to singer Ciara.