June 23, 2025 bachelor insider
Kaitlyn Bristowe Stuns in Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Cover for Her 40th Birthday: ‘Hotter Than Ever’

Happy birthday!
Bachelor Nation fans got to know and love Kaitlyn Bristowe on Season 19 of “The Bachelor” and Season 11 of “The Bachelorette.”
Since her time on the shows, Kaitlyn has been keeping fans updated with her life on her podcast and social media pages, where she has millions of followers.
Last week, the former Bachelorette turned 40 years old and has been celebrating online.
This week, Kaitlyn just took to Instagram to reveal that she recently starred in a Sports Illustrated Swimsuit feature in honor of her birthday.

Alongside the stunning photos, Kaitlyn wrote, “Thank you so much @si_swimsuit for doing a digital feature for my 40th birthday. It’s one of my favorite articles, and interviews I’ve ever done. Take a read if you would like! And how fun to shoot this in my backyard!!!!”
The photos show Kaitlyn posing in her pool in a floral one-piece swimsuit with cutouts along the sides and wearing beautiful stacks of jewelry.
One of her dogs even made an appearance as they posed next to Kaitlyn in the pool to get some pets while she smiled from ear to ear.
The photographer (@lauramollphoto) also shared some of the snapshots on social media and wrote, “@kaitlynbristowe for @si_swimsuit !!! on her 40th birthday !!! ✨☀️ iconic.”

Friends and followers filled the comments of Kaitlyn’s post with their love for the photos.
Reality TV star Chrishell Stause shared, “Hotter than ever🔥🔥🔥🔥”
Trista Sutter said, “Holy hotty!!!! So freaking fun!!! ❤️”
Becca Tilley chimed in, “UMMMM OK!!!!!! 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥”
And Jade Roper Tolbert added, “🔥🔥🔥”
Kaitlyn looks stunning in the photos and we’re wishing her a very happy birthday. We can’t wait to see what this next year brings her!