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Kate Upton's Vogue Twitter chat

Andy Gray — Fri, 24 May 2013 17:54:49 +0000

Kate Upton continued her busy year with a stop by the Vogue offices to conduct a live Twitter chat. Upton appears on the current cover of the iconic magazine. SwimDaily never tires of covering Kate (see our coverage of her Gillette ads, doppelganger and infamous tweet), we thought we’d highlight five things we learned from the chat.

1. She really does not like airports.

Kate was asked by Winn Carroll (@Winn3317) what she would choose if “she could have any superpower” and whether she’d use it “to fight crime or make life easier?” Kate replied, “I would totally want to be a jumper (like the movie?) so I could avoid airports.” Seeing that Jumper only scored 16 percent on Rotten Tomato’s Tomatometer, I suggest Kate find a better way to avoid airports.

2. She is a big Miranda Lambert fan

When aksed by Hannah (@McDurbinators) to name some of her favorite country singers, Lambert was the only artist on Kate’s mind. Enough said.

3. She is also a big Tracy Chapman fan.

Not many people are talking about Tracy Chapman these days, but she happens to sing Kate’s favorite song. Nathan Friz (@SteelFriz10) asked her for her choice for “favorite song of all time,” Upton responded with Chapman’s Give Me One Reason.

4. She really loves horses and wouldn’t mind riding them on a farm where nobody could find her.

We already know from Kate’s “Meet the Model” feature that she used to show horses and has two little ponies and dogs as pets. but Jake (@77) got her to admit that she’d like to “live near my family on a farm somewhere where no one could find me.” I’m guessing she’s a little tired of the media attention at this point. . She’d still be showing horses

5. If you buy her a necklace, don’t expect it to be her favorite

Why? That distinction is already taken. Christina Liao (@CLiao_) asked Kate what the most cherished item is in her closet. Upton replied, ”My mom gave me a cross necklace that she received when she was younger — and I really love it.” So go crazy with rings, bracelets, earings, anklets and everything else. Just lay low with the necklaces.

My Prom Night With Nina Agdal

Andy Gray — Fri, 24 May 2013 15:43:57 +0000

Nina Agdal and Jake Davidson :: @ninaagdal

In March, California high school student Jake Davidson made national news with this video plea for Kate Upton to be his prom date. Unfortunately for Jake, Kate was unable to attend. Fortunately for Jake, Nina Agdal stepped up and offered to go with him instead. SwimDaily caught up with Davidson to discuss the prom and his big night with Nina.

SwimDaily: How did the Nina date come about?
Jake Davidson: Inside Edition helped set the whole thing up. They told me Nina Agdal wanted to go to prom. I didn’t have a date anyways, so I thought why not!

SD: When we last spoke, you said Kate Upton is your No. 1, 2 and 3 choice. Was Nina a decent consolation prize?
JD: After meeting and going to prom with Nina, it would be quite the understatement to call her a consolation prize. In fact I have to reorganize my list based on experience, with Nina taking spots 1-100.

SD: Tell me about the night?
JD: She came over to my house to meet my family and then we headed over to pre-prom, which is where everyone from school takes pictures. Then we headed to prom for a little bit, the usual schedule, but with a very unique date.

SD: How did Nina get along with your family?
JD: She got along very well, she is incredibly friendly and nice so it is easy for everyone to get along with her.

SD: Did your friends approve of your date? Were you two the stars of the prom?
JD: All of my guy friends loved the choice and certainly approved, and a lot of the girls wanted to get into photos with us as well. I would venture to say that a few heads turned when I walked in with Nina on my arm.

SD: Did any girls try to steal you away from Nina? Did any guys try and steal Nina from you?
JD: Not at all.

SD: Were there one or two funny moments during the night?
JD: I tried the only Danish phrase I know and I really butchered the delivery. Then Nina was able to teach me the right delivery.

SD: Had you known Nina before – had you seen her Carl’s Jr. commercial?
JD: I knew who she was by face because of Carl’s Jr. and Sports Illustrated but not by name. But now I do!

SD: You’ve admitted you have a crush on Kate. You’ve been on a date with Nina. Which model is next?
JD: I would never have expected this date, so I can only hope my lucky streak continues. I think as a 17 year old boy, I would love to go on a date with any model, so I am really not picky! It would be great if they were as cool and fun as Nina.

SD: Is this the high point of your life? Can it get any better than Nina Agdal as a date?
JD: It was a pretty incredible night and I enjoyed it a lot, but I don’t think it was the high point of my life. It is certainly up there though! And absolutely not, Nina Agdal is the perfect date!

SI Swimsuit: The Week in Instagram

Andy Gray — Fri, 24 May 2013 14:53:12 +0000

The weather is heating up and SI’s swimsuit models are busy as ever. Nina (DJ Smokey) Agdal took over the DJ booth, Alyssa Miller and Kate Bock went to MSG for playoff hockey while Ariel Meredith ate crawfish with her family in Texas. Miss any of the action? Don’t worry – we’ve collected the best pics in this week’s installment of SI Swimsuit: The Week in Instagram.

@ninaagdal: Dj smokey

@genevievemorton: Pic of the day #siswimsuit #model

@luvalyssamiller: New York City! Representin'

@selitaebanks: Gd night world...

izabel_goulart: With Irina :)

@iamnaomicampbell: #puss'nboots #thinking

@anabbofficial: Look by @lillysarti @lillysartistore @renatasarti Obrigada meninas amei

@ pnemcova: Some more from amazing@chopard night. Beautiful ladies inside out. :-)

@izabel_goulart: Enjoying Milano today! #wonderful

@ninaagdal: Its hot in the keys today! Lunch break then touch ups needed from the sweet @starlitdesigns

@brunasschmitz: @keliamoniz Why are u so evil?

@genevievemorton: Awesome #rollingstones #la

@1jessicahart: Pink And Red! #behindthecandelabra #cannes #pucci #chopard

@luvalyssamiller: Work out hair

@juliephenderson: Fab table with @jloganhorne and @selitaebanks at #degrisogono #cannes #wio

@hilaryhrhoda: Too impatient to observe the 30 minute rule

@genevievemorton: Is topless Tuesday a thing?

@alanarblanchard: Cruz you are such a cutie! I want to steal him @saviiiiiii

@damarislewis: New work.

@irinashayk121: My Brazilian friend

Irina Shayk

@ninaagdal: "I wanna poke your hontas" still laughing @starlitdesigns

@damarislewis: #ThrowbackThursday 2008 in Turkey with a lovely woman who let me pose w/ her donkey at the end of a long day while shooting for SI.

Damaris Lewis

@luvalyssamiller: Ready to go back to bed. #sosleepy

Alyssa Miller

@iamjessicagomes: :)

Jessica Gomes

@pnemcova: So excited to do the pre-lounch of NEW PARTNERSHIP between @CHOPARD & @HAPPYHEARTSFUND. It is...

Petra Nemcova

@izabel_goulart: 1st Night in Cannes #Cavalli

Izabel Goulart

@barrefaeli: That 70's show

Bar Refaeli

@ninaagdal: Hiding from the sun @oliviaormos #LA

Nina Agdal

@iamnaomicampbell: #thankyou 4 all your beautiful greetings x N

Naomi Campbell

@katelynnebock: The better shape you're in, the more you sweat. Right ?!?! That's a thing, right?

Kate Bock

@annev_official: Just me and my Vuitton heading to set

Anne V

@yasminbrunet1: Suco de luz: 2 laranjas, meio limão, agrião, 1 inhame, hortelã, agrião, pedaço de gengibre, 1 maca verde, 1 pêra. O corpo agradece!!!

Yasmin Brunet

@genevievemorton: #Love my dress for last nights #fastandfurious6 thanks @ajceli for styling me!

Genevieve Morton

@irinashaykofficial: @anna_dello_russo

Irina Shayk

@juliephenderson: Amfar ready! #regram #cannes

Julie Henderson

@hanni_davis: #onelove #talum #islandbaby

Hannah Davis

@lindseyvonn: Catching air on an ATV with my @gopro!! #funinthesun #toobaducantseeimintheair #imnotagoodphotographer

Lindsey Vonn

@hilaryhrhoda: Chic athlétique! French Vogue by Terry Richardson & Marie Chaix

Hilary Rhoda

@dompiek: #intimmissimi #verona #showtime #lingerie

Dominique Piek

@iamjessicagomes: @ilona_hamer @collettedinnigan @davidjonesstore #djs175

Jessica Gomes

@ninaagdal: Had such a great prom night. Thank you @jakedavidson23 for being an awesome date!

Nina Agdal

@katelynnebock: We have a win on our hands !!!! Go @NYRangers !!!!! @luvalyssamiller

Kate Bock and Alyssa Miller

@1jessicahart: Sexy @juliarestoin #amfar #alaia #lovegoldcannes @crfashionbook

Jessica Hart

@brooklynddecker: Friends With Better Lives: and so it begins! #foxlascreenings2013 #foxtvdlotparty

Brooklyn Decker

@annev_official: Girls in control @1jessicahart

@1arielmeredith: Crawfish boil today!! #family

@chrissy_teigen: Best wedding ever! @campari #summerofnegroni

@jesslperez: Adorable baby Liam.

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Morning Swim: Nina Agdal goes to the prom

Andy Gray — Fri, 24 May 2013 14:12:30 +0000

Your daily rundown of the latest news, videos, photos and all things SI Swimsuit

Chrissy and Mama Teigen :: @chrissy_teigen

Nina Agdal attended the prom with Jake Davidson, the California high school student who originally asked Kate Upton to be his date.
Chrissy Teigen and her mom showed Fashionista how to make the best Papaya Salad
Irina Shayk attended an AmFar Benefit on Thursday. Sadly she didn’t wear this amazing dress.
Heidi Klum also attended the affair.
Here are 15 of Naomi Cambpell’s angriest faces.
Petra Nemcova showed off her tanned and toned body in a backless lace dress while at Cannes.
Adriana Lima spoke to Vogue about how Tyra Banks mentored her at the start of Lima’s career.
I’m not sure what’s going on with this Hilary Rhoda choose your own fashion adventure, but it’s pretty cool.

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TWEETS OF THE DAY

Retweet this if you guys think I should post more swimsuit shots! http://t.co/2mat81oBTk—
genevieve morton (@genevievemorton) May 23, 2013

Final #throwbackthursday pic for the day. Good night my honeys. Xxx #sasicover #malaysia #goodtimes http://t.co/fvNN6DI9cI—
Dominique Piek (@dominiquepiek) May 23, 2013

Hey Kate! :-p RT @Jim_ICE: That's fun.. cc: @DamarisLewis @KateUpton twitpic.com/csqaz5—
Damaris Lewis (@DamarisLewis) May 24, 2013

Almost show time 😝 lets do it ladies ! #Amfar #cannes2013 #lovegoldlive @crfashionbook vine.co/v/bVZPbK3hVEb—
Jessica Hart (@1JessicaHart) May 24, 2013

Why the fuck do you guys respond to my airport anger tweets with "just fly private"?? Do you have any idea how much that costs? Any?—
christine teigen (@chrissyteigen) May 23, 2013

Casting Call: Ashley Sky

Alyssa Conroy — Thu, 23 May 2013 20:26:21 +0000

The gorgeous Ashley Sky came to visit us straight off a flight from Florida and looked flawless as you can tell by her photo booth pictures! Ashley has taken social media by storm and is quickly building a loyal following, with almost 500,000 followers on Instagram. The stunning brunette was kind enough to answer a few questions during her visit, check out what she had to say below!

Name: Ashley Sky
Item I can’t leave home without: My cell phone!
When I go out I love wearing: Bronzer all over!
Favorite sport to watch: Basketball
First thing I notice about a guy: How he carries himself
First thing guys notice about me: My smile…I hope
I feel sexiest: In a bikini
Celebrity you would choose to do a kissing scene with: Angelina Jolie, come on, those lips!!!!!!!
Biggest fear: Sharks
Items on my bucket list: Shoot for SI Swimsuit, ride an elephant, live abroad !
Best place I’ve gone for a shoot: Malibu
Ideal swimsuit should would be in: Greece
Favorite Workout Regimen: Low impact, pilates & yoga
Song I’m currently loving: Honey by Mariah Carey
My signature scent: Tropical coconuts and vanilla