Lizzo’s Sports Illustrated cover reignites beauty standards battle

Sky News host Rita Panahi argues singer Lizzo’s latest swimsuit cover has sparked debate over whether the magazine is reflecting culture or trying to reshape it.

“Rapper and singer Lizzo flaunting her curves on the latest Swimsuit cover for Sports Illustrated,” Ms Panahi said.

“Posing in black, blue and burgundy swimwear, Lizzo is the magazine’s July 2026 digital cover model.”