Kathy Ireland is proving that adventure has no age limit. The iconic supermodel and businesswoman recently shared an inspiring moment from her latest challenge: professional ocean survival training.
Kathy Ireland Takes on Rigorous Ocean Safety Certification
The 62-year-old former Sports Illustrated cover star posted photos on Instagram showing herself fully suited up in bright orange survival gear. "Hope for the best and plan for the worst! Survival training day!" Ireland wrote, revealing she managed to don her survival suit in just 45 seconds.
Ireland's training took place aboard The 4th Watch, a vessel certified by the U.S. Coast Guard with a SOLAS A rating (Safety Of Life At Sea). The comprehensive program covered essential maritime safety skills, including marine radio emergency broadcasts, EPIRB function and use, abandon ship procedures, man overboard protocols, navigational instrument instruction and emergency flare deployment.
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"The power of the ocean demands respect and meticulous preparation," Ireland explained in her post. According to IMDB, The mother of three, who has been married to physician Dr. Gregory P. Olsen since 1988, continues to embrace new challenges decades after her modeling career took off.
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Born March 20, 1963, in Glendale, California, Ireland first gained fame as a supermodel in the 1980s and 1990s. Beyond modeling, she appeared in films like Loaded Weapon 1 and Necessary Roughness, before building a business empire with her brand and design company.
Fans Celebrate Ireland's Adventurous Spirit
The response from fans was overwhelmingly positive and humorous. "I wear the same thing when I clean my teenager's room," joked one follower. Another praised her focus during training, adding, "You were AMAZING! Focused and attentive."
One fan marveled at how Ireland maintains her signature elegance even in safety gear: "Ms. Ireland, how is it, that even dressed up like that you still look fabulous?"
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Others expressed interest in pursuing similar training themselves, with several commenting on the inspiring nature of her post.
Ireland's message is clear: preparation, continuous learning and respect for nature's power remain important at any age.
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