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The big announcement has been made and blond bombshell Kate Upton will be this year's cover model for the annual Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue. With the announcement we got feeling nostalgic for covers of years past. Here are our Top 5 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Covers:

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Kate Upton SI Swimsuit Cover Girl

Kate Upton is this year's cover girl for the 2012 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue. The 19-year-old Upton was voted Rookie of the Year for her appearance in last year's swimsuit issue so her appearance as this year's cover girl is no surprise...

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Kate Upton Named GQ Magazine’s ‘Body of the Year’ [PICTURE]

It’s about time a magazine celebrated the female form for all its wonders and beauty. GQ has named young Kate Upton as their choice for Body of the Year.

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Kate Upton Models Bridal Bikini [VIDEO

Beach Bunny Swimwear has just launched what they are calling its first-ever bridal swimwear collection. While that may sound like a joke, a video featuring Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue bombshell Kate Upton modeling the frilly swimwear appears to be serious -- and seriously sexy.

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