Ciara Says Her Daughter Was Inspiration Behind ‘Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue’ Cover (Exclusive)
Ciara, getting to appear on the cover of the Swimsuit 2022 Issue has been a dream nearly two decades in the making. Now, as the mom of a 5-year-old daughter, Sienna, the opportunity means even more.The 36-year-old songstress walked the red carpet at the Swimsuit issue launch party at the Hard Rock Hotel Times Square in New York City on Thursday, and she spoke with ET about her inspiration behind being on the cover.«I always think about my daughter, you know?» Ciara shared «I always think that when she gets to see me in moments like this, she can see herself and have something to look forward to or believe in, and to have hope in.»When it comes to the advice Ciara hopes to bestow upon her little girl, the singer explained her guiding motto: «Never give up.»«You know, the craziest thing is I started my career 18 years ago… and I think about that journey since my album, I think about all the things I aspired to achieve and this is one of those moments,» she shared. «And18 years later.