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Supermodel Kathy Ireland Dives into Commercial Fishing
20 Nov
Summary
- Former supermodel Kathy Ireland, 62, is now a commercial fisher.
- She obtained her commercial fishing license from California.
- Ireland works on a vessel captained by her husband, Dr. Greg Olsen.
Iconic 1980s supermodel Kathy Ireland has pivoted to a new career as a commercial fisher at age 62. She recently obtained her open-ocean commercial fishing license from the California Department of Fish and Wildlife. Ireland is now actively participating in fishing expeditions alongside her husband, Dr. Greg Olsen, who captains their vessel.
Ireland expressed her enthusiasm for this career change, calling it "wonderful" and "a good kind of sore." She shared her experiences on social media, detailing the hard work of lobster fishing and the serene beauty of the ocean. This new venture taps into a lifelong passion, as she grew up camping and fishing and has always wanted to join her husband on his boat.
Beyond her modeling and business success, where her company generated $3.1 billion in retail sales in 2021, Ireland remains dedicated to philanthropy. She actively supports various causes, including addiction recovery and healthcare access through telemedicine, demonstrating a continued commitment to making a positive impact.
