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6 Absolutely Dazzling Photos of Kate Bock Surrounded by Nature in Belize

The brand veteran posed for Yu Tsai in the Central American country last year.

Cara O’Bleness

Kate Bock

Kate Bock was photographed by Yu Tsai in Belize.

Last year, Kate Bock celebrated 10 incredible years with the SI Swimsuit brand. The Canadian model made her debut with the magazine in 2013, when she was named Rookie of the Year after a stunning photoshoot in Chile. She’s since traveled to Switzerland, Malta, Mexico and other incredible locations with the brand, and landed the cover in 2020 after posing for Yu Tsai in Bali.

In addition to her incredible work with SI Swimsuit, Bock has modeled for Banana Republic, Ralph Lauren, GUESS and Brooks Brothers. The 35-year-old is also a new mom: she and her husband, NBA player Kevin Love, also 35, welcomed their baby girl in June.

Bock reflected on her journey with SI Swimsuit in an interview last year, and noted how much she’s grown over the years. 

“I started coming to shoots with mood boards. I think it helped me kind of hone in on my creativity because every year is a little bit different based on the location, the photographer or just the weather and the vibe that we have, the swimsuits,” she said. “It allowed my creativity and understanding of this industry to really flourish. I think every year I become more comfortable with myself and with my body. And they also know me so much better. I’m more comfortable asking questions. I now get to use what I’ve learned in so many other projects.”

Whether she’s posing for the brand in Nevis or Costa Rica, Bock always looks poised. Below are a few of our favorite snapshots from last year’s feature in Belize.

Kate Bock

Kate Bock was photographed by Yu Tsai in Belize. Swimsuit by Agua by Agua Bendita. Earrings by Virgins Saints & Angels.

Kate Bock

Kate Bock was photographed by Yu Tsai in Belize. Swimsuit by Norma Kamali. Necklace by Viktoria Hayman.

Kate Bock

Kate Bock was photographed by Yu Tsai in Belize. Swimsuit by Agua by Agua Bendita. Earrings and bracelet by Viktoria Hayman.

Kate Bock

Kate Bock was photographed by Yu Tsai in Belize. Swimsuit by Monica Hansen Beachwear. Earrings by SVNR.

Kate Bock

Kate Bock was photographed by Yu Tsai in Belize. Swimsuit by Agua by Agua Bendita. Earrings and bracelet by Viktoria Hayman.

Kate Bock

Kate Bock was photographed by Yu Tsai in Belize. Swimsuit by Vitamin A.

Now through Nov. 1, 100% of SI Swimsuit’s portion of proceeds from cover prints purchased here will be donated to the Maui Strong Fund, which is helping to support the people and places of Maui affected by the recent wildfires.

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Cara O’Bleness

CARA O’BLENESS

Cara is a trending news writer/editor for Sports Illustrated Swimsuit. A passionate writer and editor with more than 10 years of experience in print and online media, she loves storytelling and believes that words have the power to change the world. Prior to joining the team, Cara worked as a writer and editor across a number of content verticals, including food, lifestyle, health and wellness, and small business and entrepreneurship. In her free time, Cara loves reading, spending time with her family and making her way through Michigan’s many microbreweries. She is a graduate of Michigan State University's School of Journalism.