Christie Brinkley

High school (ages 12+)
People & Society

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/christie-brinkley

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. When was Christie Brinkley born?February 2, 1954
2. What is Christie Brinkley known for?Groundbreaking supermodel, entrepreneur, author, activist
3. What is the sports illustrated swimsuit issues?Appeared on three consecutive covers (1979, 1980, 1981)
4. What is the covergirl partnership?Served as the face of the brand for 25 years
5. What made Christie Brinkley famous as a supermodel?Christie Brinkley became famous by appearing on three consecutive Sports Illustrated Swimsuit covers in 1979, 1980, and 1981, and by gracing over 500 magazine covers worldwide.
6. How did Christie Brinkley use her fame for other jobs?She expanded her career by acting, illustrating, writing, photographing, and designing, showing her many talents beyond modeling.

Supermodel: A highly paid and internationally recognized fashion model.
Entrepreneurship: The activity of setting up a business or businesses, taking on financial risks.
Advocacy: Public support for or recommendation of a particular cause or policy.
Cultural Icon: A person or thing that is widely recognized and admired as a symbol of a particular culture or era.