Kelly Crump

Kelly Crump has transitioned from a corporate professional to a model, influencer, and advocate, raising awareness for metastatic breast cancer. After becoming a finalist in the Sports Illustrated Swim Search in 2022, Kelly Crump made history as the first cancer patient to proudly display a mastectomy scar in the publication’s iconic swimsuit issue. This groundbreaking achievement solidified her transition from a corporate professional to a highly sought-after model, influencer, and advocate, raising critical awareness for metastatic breast cancer and challenging traditional beauty norms. Following a profound personal diagnosis in 2017, Crump strategically redefined her professional focus, leveraging her experiences to embark on a new public path dedicated to inspiring and informing a broad audience about living with the disease.

Looking ahead, Crump continues to expand her impact with ambitious and physically demanding projects designed to maximize awareness and philanthropic contributions. In 2023, she planned a formidable expedition to traverse 100km across the vast Sahara desert alongside well-known personality Giovanna Fletcher, further underscoring her unwavering commitment to fundraising and raising awareness for cancer research. Through her dynamic public work, Crump consistently emphasizes the critical importance of listening to one’s body, setting realistic personal and professional goals, and living authentically, embodying her personal philosophy as a ‘thriver’ and providing a compelling example of resilience and determination for her growing international audience.