Carol Alt, who rose to fame in the 1980s as one of Sports Illustrated’s most iconic swimsuit models, recently reflected on her journey and the influence of fellow model Christie Brinkley. In a recent interview, Alt credited Brinkley with inspiring her bold and confident look, which became a hallmark of her career. Alt also spoke about her long-standing relationship with late editor Jule Campbell, whose vision and leadership were instrumental in shaping the magazine’s iconic swimsuit issue. The documentary "Beyond the Gaze: Jule Campbell’s Swimsuit Issue" delves deep into Campbell’s legacy, the cultural impact of the swimsuit issue, and Alt’s role in its creation. As one of the original models featured in the 1988 swimsuit issue, Alt’s perspective offers unique insight into the evolution of the magazine’s editorial direction and the broader influence of female models in shaping fashion and media.