Model Kate Upton Graces the Cover of Sports Illustrated's 2012 Swimsuit Issue official

Sports Illustrated magazine unveiled its annual swimsuit issue with model Kate Upton on the cover in a two-toned, red string bikini with a skimpy bottom piece. Upton, aged 19, a native of Melbourne, Florida, is the latest in a long line of models including Heidi Klum, Elle MacPherson, Tyra Banks and Brooklyn Decker, who have appeared in the coveted role as the swimsuit issue's cover girl.