Roshumba Williams was photographed by Yu Tsai in Jamaica. Swimsuit by Maygel Coronel. Earrings by Zepplin the Label.
Roshumba Williams was photographed by Yu Tsai in Jamaica. Swimsuit by Maygel Coronel. Earrings by Zepplin the Label. / Yu Tsai/Sports Illustrated

Roshumba Williams: 2025 Jamaica


Roshumba Williams was photographed by Yu Tsai in Jamaica for the 2025 SI Swimsuit Issue, alongside fellow models Alix Earle, Christen Goff, Denise Bidot, Ming Lee Simmons, Nazanin Mandi, Nicole Williams English, Parris Goebel, Rayna Vallandingham and XANDRA.

Williams remains a trailblazer, being one of the first Black women to be featured in the pages of SI Swimsuit when she made her first appearance in 1990. She has inspired many models who came after her to continue to carve their path in the industry while redefining beauty standards. Posing for the magazine once more in 2025, Williams returns to the fold with another wonderful photo shoot, this time in Jamaica.

Jamaica is a dream vacation for any foodie, as the country is home to some of the greatest dishes in the world. Visitors can savor the flavors at HouseBoat Grill, just one of the island’s many restaurants, which ensures scrumptious flavors and unbeatable dishes are interwoven in every diner’s experience. Known for its delectable seafood and rich spices, locations like this make for a great date night in Jamaica.

Learn more about Jamaica, including where to stay, what to eat and the very best activities to do here.

The swimsuits for this shoot are versatile and unique enough to dominate summer fashion. Finding inspiration from Slim Aarons’s signature style, the SI Swimsuit fashion team channeled ‘70s glamour with stripes, shiny satin and classic colors. Above all, these looks are truly timeless and can be worn during any era.

Hair: Paul Norton at Tracey Mattingly Agency using UNITE
Makeup: Jodie Boland at The Wall Group using Supergoop!, Jones Road Beauty, Loving Tan and LilFox Beauty
Photographer: Yu Tsai

Roshumba Williams
Roshumba Williams was photographed by Yu Tsai in Jamaica. Swimsuit by DOLLA Paris. Bracelets by Ben-Amun. Earrings by SIMONMILLER. / Yu Tsai/Sports Illustrated
Roshumba Williams
Roshumba Williams was photographed by Yu Tsai in Jamaica. Swimsuit by Zimmermann. Earrings by Ben-Amun. / Yu Tsai/Sports Illustrated
Roshumba Williams
Roshumba Williams was photographed by Yu Tsai in Jamaica. Swimsuit by Johanna Ortiz. Earrings by Ben-Amun. Necklace by Presley Oldham. / Yu Tsai/Sports Illustrated
Roshumba Williams
Roshumba Williams was photographed by Yu Tsai in Jamaica. Swimsuit by Vanessa Sposi. Sunglasses by Poppy Lissiman. / Yu Tsai/Sports Illustrated
Roshumba Williams
Roshumba Williams was photographed by Yu Tsai in Jamaica. Swimsuit by Johanna Ortiz. Earrings by Ben-Amun. Necklace by Presley Oldham. / Yu Tsai/Sports Illustrated
Roshumba Williams
Roshumba Williams was photographed by Yu Tsai in Jamaica. Swimsuit by ERES. / Yu Tsai/Sports Illustrated
Roshumba Williams
Roshumba Williams was photographed by Yu Tsai in Jamaica. Swimsuit by SAME Los Angeles. Earrings by Julietta. / Yu Tsai/Sports Illustrated
Roshumba Williams
Roshumba Williams was photographed by Yu Tsai in Jamaica. Swimsuit by Johanna Ortiz. Earrings by Ben-Amun. Necklace by Presley Oldham. / Yu Tsai/Sports Illustrated
Roshumba Williams
Roshumba Williams was photographed by Yu Tsai in Jamaica. Swimsuit by Zimmermann. Earrings by Ben-Amun. / Yu Tsai/Sports Illustrated
Roshumba Williams
Roshumba Williams was photographed by Yu Tsai in Jamaica. Swimsuit by ERES. / Yu Tsai/Sports Illustrated
Roshumba Williams
Roshumba Williams was photographed by Yu Tsai in Jamaica. Swimsuit by Maygel Coronel. Earrings by Zepplin the Label. / Yu Tsai/Sports Illustrated
Roshumba Williams
Roshumba Williams was photographed by Yu Tsai in Jamaica. Swimsuit by Johanna Ortiz. Earrings by Ben-Amun. Necklace by Presley Oldham. / Yu Tsai/Sports Illustrated
Roshumba Williams
Roshumba Williams was photographed by Yu Tsai in Jamaica. Swimsuit by JADE Swim. / Yu Tsai/Sports Illustrated
Roshumba Williams
Roshumba Williams was photographed by Yu Tsai in Jamaica. Swimsuit by Johanna Ortiz. Earrings by Ben-Amun. Necklace by Presley Oldham. / Yu Tsai/Sports Illustrated
Roshumba Williams
Roshumba Williams was photographed by Yu Tsai in Jamaica. Swimsuit by JADE Swim. / Yu Tsai/Sports Illustrated
Roshumba Williams
Roshumba Williams was photographed by Yu Tsai in Jamaica. Swimsuit by Zimmermann. Earrings by Ben-Amun. / Yu Tsai/Sports Illustrated
Roshumba Williams
Roshumba Williams was photographed by Yu Tsai in Jamaica. Swimsuit by Maygel Coronel. Earrings by Zepplin the Label. / Yu Tsai/Sports Illustrated
Roshumba Williams
Roshumba Williams was photographed by Yu Tsai in Jamaica. Swimsuit by Zimmermann. Cover-up by Johanna Ortiz. Earrings by Ben-Amun. / Yu Tsai/Sports Illustrated
Roshumba Williams
Roshumba Williams was photographed by Yu Tsai in Jamaica. Swimsuit by JADE Swim. / Yu Tsai/Sports Illustrated
Roshumba Williams
Roshumba Williams was photographed by Yu Tsai in Jamaica. Swimsuit by DOLLA Paris. Bracelets by Ben-Amun. Earrings by SIMONMILLER. / Yu Tsai/Sports Illustrated
Roshumba Williams
Roshumba Williams was photographed by Yu Tsai in Jamaica. Swimsuit by Johanna Ortiz. Earrings by Ben-Amun. Necklace by Presley Oldham. / Yu Tsai/Sports Illustrated
Roshumba Williams
Roshumba Williams was photographed by Yu Tsai in Jamaica. Swimsuit by ERES. Necklace by Vertigo. / Yu Tsai/Sports Illustrated
Roshumba Williams
Roshumba Williams was photographed by Yu Tsai in Jamaica. Swimsuit by Johanna Ortiz. Earrings by Ben-Amun. Necklace by Presley Oldham. / Yu Tsai/Sports Illustrated
Roshumba Williams
Roshumba Williams was photographed by Yu Tsai in Jamaica. Swimsuit by Zimmermann. Earrings by Saulé. / Yu Tsai/Sports Illustrated
Roshumba Williams
Roshumba Williams was photographed by Yu Tsai in Jamaica. Swimsuit by ERES. / Yu Tsai/Sports Illustrated
Roshumba Williams
Roshumba Williams was photographed by Yu Tsai in Jamaica. Swimsuit by Vanessa Sposi. Sunglasses by Poppy Lissiman. / Yu Tsai/Sports Illustrated
Roshumba Williams
Roshumba Williams was photographed by Yu Tsai in Jamaica. Swimsuit by Johanna Ortiz. Earrings by Ben-Amun. Necklace by Presley Oldham. / Yu Tsai/Sports Illustrated
Roshumba Williams
Roshumba Williams was photographed by Yu Tsai in Jamaica. Swimsuit by Maygel Coronel. Earrings by Zepplin the Label. / Yu Tsai/Sports Illustrated
Roshumba Williams
Roshumba Williams was photographed by Yu Tsai in Jamaica. Swimsuit by Vanessa Sposi. Sunglasses by Poppy Lissiman. / Yu Tsai/Sports Illustrated
Roshumba Williams
Roshumba Williams was photographed by Yu Tsai in Jamaica. Swimsuit by Vanessa Sposi. / Yu Tsai/Sports Illustrated
Roshumba Williams
Roshumba Williams was photographed by Yu Tsai in Jamaica. Swimsuit by Vanessa Sposi. / Yu Tsai/Sports Illustrated
Roshumba Williams
Roshumba Williams was photographed by Yu Tsai in Jamaica. Swimsuit by ERES. Necklace by Vertigo. / Yu Tsai/Sports Illustrated
Roshumba Williams
Roshumba Williams was photographed by Yu Tsai in Jamaica. Swimsuit by Maygel Coronel. Earrings by Zepplin the Label. / Yu Tsai/Sports Illustrated
Roshumba Williams
Roshumba Williams was photographed by Yu Tsai in Jamaica. Swimsuit by DOLLA Paris. Bracelets by Ben-Amun. Earrings by SIMONMILLER. / Yu Tsai/Sports Illustrated
Roshumba Williams
Roshumba Williams was photographed by Yu Tsai in Jamaica. Swimsuit by Zimmermann. Earrings by Saulé. / Yu Tsai/Sports Illustrated
Roshumba Williams
Roshumba Williams was photographed by Yu Tsai in Jamaica. Swimsuit by Zimmermann. Cover-up by Johanna Ortiz. Earrings by Ben-Amun. / Yu Tsai/Sports Illustrated
Roshumba Williams
Roshumba Williams was photographed by Yu Tsai in Jamaica. Swimsuit by Johanna Ortiz. Earrings by Ben-Amun. Necklace by Presley Oldham. / Yu Tsai/Sports Illustrated
Roshumba Williams
Roshumba Williams was photographed by Yu Tsai in Jamaica. Swimsuit by DOLLA Paris. Bracelets by Ben-Amun. Earrings by SIMONMILLER. / Yu Tsai/Sports Illustrated
Roshumba Williams
Roshumba Williams was photographed by Yu Tsai in Jamaica. Swimsuit by Zimmermann. Earrings by Ben-Amun. / Yu Tsai/Sports Illustrated
Roshumba Williams
Roshumba Williams was photographed by Yu Tsai in Jamaica. Swimsuit by DOLLA Paris. Bracelets by Ben-Amun. Earrings by SIMONMILLER. / Yu Tsai/Sports Illustrated
Roshumba Williams
Roshumba Williams was photographed by Yu Tsai in Jamaica. Swimsuit by SAME Los Angeles. Earrings by Julietta. / Yu Tsai/Sports Illustrated
Roshumba Williams
Roshumba Williams was photographed by Yu Tsai in Jamaica. Swimsuit by Maygel Coronel. Earrings by Zepplin the Label. / Yu Tsai/Sports Illustrated
Roshumba Williams
Roshumba Williams was photographed by Yu Tsai in Jamaica. Swimsuit by SAME Los Angeles. Earrings by Julietta. / Yu Tsai/Sports Illustrated
Roshumba Williams
Roshumba Williams was photographed by Yu Tsai in Jamaica. Swimsuit by Zimmermann. Earrings by Ben-Amun. / Yu Tsai/Sports Illustrated
Roshumba Williams
Roshumba Williams was photographed by Yu Tsai in Jamaica. Swimsuit by Maygel Coronel. Earrings by Zepplin the Label. / Yu Tsai/Sports Illustrated

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