Haley Cavinder Sizzles In Spicy SI Bikini Shoot, Branded ‘Nasty And Fake’

By Glory-Anna Oshafi on February 9, 2026 at 10:00 AM EST

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Haley Cavinder set social media ablaze with her sizzling Sports Illustrated bikini shoot, serving confidence, curves, and undeniable star power. While fans flooded her comments with praise, the viral post also sparked controversy, as one fan labelled the influencer “nasty and fake.”

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Haley Cavinder For Sports Illustrated Swimsuit

Haley Cavinder traded the basketball court for a sizzling spotlight, posing in a barely-there swimsuit for the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit February 2026 digital cover.

The five-slide carousel, which she captioned “dreams come true,” featured a series of sultry poses that instantly ignited social media.

The opening slide showed Cavinder seated on the beach, one leg tucked inward as she leaned forward, locking eyes with the camera and captivating fans with a quiet intensity.

The second image captured her leaning against a tree trunk, one leg lifted to accentuate her hips while the other rested against the bark. With a subtle arch in her back, she spotlighted her toned physique, maintaining a composed, straight-faced expression that left fans mesmerized.

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The third slide quickly became a fan favorite. Exuding effortless sensuality, Cavinder knelt on the sand, arching her back while resting on her haunches and supporting herself with one hand behind her. With her eyes closed and lips slightly parted, she delivered raw allure and undeniable sex appeal.

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Serving Western Heat In Tiny Bikinis

Haley Cavinder served full Western heat in two smoking-hot bikini looks.

The first was a two-toned, curve-hugging bikini crafted from white and navy blue denim fabric. The balconette-style top featured underwire support and wide straps for structure and a secure fit. The bottoms were high-leg and cheeky-cut, sitting high on the hips to elongate her silhouette.

Both pieces shared a striking design detail: the dark blue denim met the white fabric in a sharp V shape. Accented with white piping along the seam, it created a bold, western-inspired aesthetic.

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The second look was a sleek black string bikini elevated with metallic rings and leather detailing. Two silver rings, connected by brown leather, sat at the center of the triangle cups and on each side of the bikini bottoms, adding a rugged western twist.

The high-cut bikini panties dipped sharply at the center front, further emphasizing her curves. She completed the look with a snakeskin cowboy hat, fully embodying western heat in the tiniest bikini.

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Nasty And Fake?

The post went viral almost instantly, racking up over 200 comments in record time. Reactions poured in from fans and family alike, with her twin sister Hannah commenting, “unbelievably good.”

While the majority of responses were overwhelmingly positive, there were a few users who weren't impressed. One even wrote, “Nasty and fake AF.”

The comment, however, gained little traction, earning just one like and no replies, while waves of glowing praise continued to flood the post.

Cavinder Is Fierce In An Animal-Print Bandeau Bikini

Haley Cavinder had fans in a chokehold, sharing sun-drenched photos in a barely there bandeau bikini crafted from brown animal-print fabric.

The strapless bikini top had a little knot at the center, which led to a subtle gathering around the bust. Its matching panties were high-cut with a daring back and thick side straps. She paired it with a straw cowboy hat with cowrie details, flaunting her curves in a series of stunning poses as she soaked up the sun.

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More Bikini Pictures

Cavinder showed off her gym-honed body in a cute blue bikini with pink floral prints on it. She shared this mirror selfie with a few other stunning snaps from summer 2025.

The bikini featured a triangle-style, underwire top and high-cut, low-rise bottoms crafted from the same fabric. She completed the look with a pair of slim sunglasses, styling her hair into a messy high ponytail.

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