If you’ve searched for Brooks Nader this week, you’re not alone. The Sports Illustrated model just made her first-ever Emmy Awards appearance — and she did it in a show-stopping red sequined gown, days before the premiere buzz around her upcoming acting role starts reaching full volume. This article tells you exactly who Brooks Nader is, where she came from, and what’s happening in her career right now.
Quick fact: Brooks Nader beat roughly 10,000 applicants to win Sports Illustrated’s 2019 Swim Search. That one contest changed the entire direction of her career — and she’s been building on it ever since.
Background: Who Is Brooks Nader?
Brooks Claire Nader is a 29-year-old American model, entrepreneur, reality TV personality, and now actress. She grew up in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, as the oldest of four sisters, and spent the early part of her adult life trying to make it as a model in New York City with no financial safety net. She entered Sports Illustrated’s open Swim Search competition in 2019, won it out of an applicant pool of around 10,000 women, and her name has been on the rise ever since.
Most people still know her primarily from the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue — she appeared in it every year from 2020 through at least 2025, and landed the magazine’s 2023 cover alongside Martha Stewart, Megan Fox, and Kim Petras. But the past two years have pushed her into different territory: a stint on Dancing with the Stars in 2024, a Freeform and Hulu reality series called Love Thy Nader that she co-stars in with her three younger sisters, and now a cast role in the upcoming Baywatch reboot on FOX and Hulu.
People search for her for several reasons — the SI covers, her very public divorce in 2024, her headline-grabbing relationships since, and her current acting debut that has entertainment pages paying close attention.
Latest Update
As of September 17, 2026
As of September 17, 2026, Brooks Nader is riding one of the busiest stretches of her career. Just yesterday, on September 16, she attended the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards — her first Emmys appearance — wearing a floor-length red sequined Rodarte gown with a criss-cross halter neckline and a thigh-high slit. She captioned her Instagram carousel “1ST EMMYS WAS RED HOT.” She attended alongside her sister Sarah Jane Nader, who wore gold. The pair are already generating joint coverage given that Sarah Jane is set to compete on the upcoming season of Dancing with the Stars.
Key dates right now: Emmys appearance — September 14, 2026. New York Fashion Week appearance — September 9, 2026. Baywatch reboot premiere — January 2027 on FOX and Hulu.
At the Emmys, Nader appeared alongside her Baywatch co-stars to present an award. The cast includes Jessica Belkin, Noah Beck, Stephen Amell, Thaddeus LaGrone, and Hassie Harrison. Nader plays a character named Selene in the series. In a pre-Emmy interview with Page Six, she spoke about how this phase of her life feels genuinely different: “Acting is new for me. Being a little more stylish is new for me. I usually have my nipples out. So I’m just trying all the new things; it’s fun.” That quote has been quoted across several entertainment outlets this week.
On the personal side, sources confirmed in March 2026 that Nader was dating British actor Taron Egerton, with the pair spotted together in Los Angeles. As of the date of this article, no public breakup has been reported, but neither Nader nor Egerton has made an official statement confirming the relationship, so their current status should be treated as unconfirmed.
Full Profile
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Brooks Claire Nader |
| Date of Birth | February 7, 1997 |
| Age (2026) | 29 years old |
| Birthplace | Baton Rouge, Louisiana, USA |
| Nationality | American |
| Ethnicity | Lebanese-American (paternal side) |
| Height | 5 ft 8 in (approx. 1.73 m) |
| Parents | Breaux Gardner Nader (father), Holland Pryor Greene (mother) |
| Sisters | Mary Holland, Grace Ann, Sarah Jane Nader |
| Ex-Husband | Billy Haire (married 2019, divorced 2024) |
| Current Partner | Taron Egerton (rumored, unconfirmed as of September 2026) |
| Religion | Not publicly confirmed |
| Net Worth (est.) | $2 million – $4 million (sources vary) |
| Education | Episcopal School of Baton Rouge; Tulane University (attended, did not graduate) |
| @brooksnader |
Family and Early Life
Brooks grew up in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, in a close-knit Southern family of Lebanese-American heritage on her father’s side. Her father, Breaux Gardner Nader, is a senior financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors. Her mother, Holland Pryor Greene, raised the four daughters at home. Her grandfather, Sam Nader, spent years as an assistant athletic director for LSU Tigers football — so sports, discipline, and Louisiana roots are all baked into her background.
As a kid, Brooks has described herself as more tomboy than fashionista — she was into outdoor activities, hiking, and motorcycles rather than makeup and runways. That’s worth noting because her eventual career in high-fashion modeling wasn’t a childhood ambition. It was a calculated pivot she made as an adult. She is the oldest of four sisters: Mary Holland, Grace Ann, and Sarah Jane Nader, all of whom have also entered modeling. The four of them now co-star in a reality show together, which tells you something about how tight this family unit actually is.
Career Path
Nader dropped out of Tulane University after two years — she had been studying finance — and moved to New York City at 19 with no financial support from her family. She later said her father jokingly told her to “find a boyfriend” to help pay rent. She did meet Billy Haire shortly after arriving, who was 11 years older and worked in advertising. They dated and eventually married.
Her professional modeling career started slowly, but the turning point came in 2019 when she entered Sports Illustrated’s open Swim Search — a competition in which anyone can submit. She beat approximately 10,000 applicants and won. That launched a run of annual Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue appearances from 2020 onward, culminating in the 2023 cover. She has also modeled for Victoria’s Secret, Samsung, Smirnoff, CoverGirl, Laura Mercier, and several other brands, and has agency representation with New York Models, NEXT Miami, LA Models, and Louisa Germany.
| Year | Career Milestone |
|---|---|
| 2018 | Minor acting role (Orderly Lisa) in Backtrace alongside Sylvester Stallone |
| 2019 | Won Sports Illustrated Swim Search from ~10,000 applicants |
| 2020–2025 | Annual appearances in the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue |
| 2022 | Went viral after reporting she was stalked via an Apple AirTag placed in her coat pocket |
| 2023 | Named a Sports Illustrated Swimsuit cover model alongside Martha Stewart, Megan Fox, and Kim Petras |
| 2024 | Competed on Dancing with the Stars Season 33; finished 9th place with partner Gleb Savchenko |
| 2025 | Premiered Love Thy Nader on Freeform and Hulu alongside her three sisters |
| 2026 | First Emmys appearance; set to star as Selene in Baywatch reboot (premieres January 2027) |
Beyond modeling and television, Nader has built two business ventures. She founded Home by BN, an interior design and home decor brand, and launched a jewelry capsule collection in partnership with accessories company Electric Picks.
Age
Brooks Nader was born on February 7, 1997. She is currently 29 years old as of 2026.
Religion
Brooks Nader has not publicly confirmed her religion in any interview or verified source reviewed for this article. Her upbringing in Louisiana, where Southern Baptist and Catholic traditions are both common, is documented, but her personal faith practice is unconfirmed.
Spouse and Partner
Nader married advertising executive Billy Haire on December 14, 2019, in New Orleans. The wedding had over 300 guests and was held in the city she lived in during her Tulane years. The couple separated in 2022, and their divorce was finalized in 2024. They had no children. Nader later went public about her relationships with professional dancer Gleb Savchenko (her DWTS partner, whom she accused of cheating — he has denied the claim) and was reported in 2024 to have briefly dated Prince Constantine-Alexios of Greece and Denmark. As of March 2026, she was linked to British actor Taron Egerton, with multiple outlets and sources confirming they had been spending time together. No official statement has been made by either party.
Net Worth
Estimates vary widely depending on the source. Celebrity Net Worth puts the figure at $4 million, while Capital Region Living’s 2026 analysis places it between $2 million and $4 million, citing modeling contracts, reality TV deals, and product equity from her two business ventures. One source cited $5 million, but this appears to be an outlier not supported by the majority of financial reporting on her. A reasonable working estimate based on available data is approximately $2 million to $4 million.
Parents
Her father is Breaux Gardner Nader, a senior financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors. Her mother is Holland Pryor Greene. Both parents remain out of the public eye. Her paternal grandfather, Sam Nader, served for many years as assistant athletic director for LSU Tigers football — a connection that gave the family a strong local identity in Louisiana’s sports culture.
Height
Nader stands at approximately 5 feet 8 inches tall (around 1.73 meters), which is consistent across multiple sources and within typical modeling industry ranges. Her weight is reported in some sources as approximately 58 kg (about 128 lbs), though this figure is unverified against an official or first-person source.
Education
She attended and graduated from the Episcopal School of Baton Rouge in 2015. She then enrolled at Tulane University in New Orleans, intending to study finance, but left after two years to pursue modeling full-time in New York City. She has not publicly indicated that she completed a degree.
Hometown and State of Origin
Baton Rouge, Louisiana — though some sources also reference Maringouin, a small town near Baton Rouge, as part of her early childhood geography. She has lived in New York City as her primary base since her late teens. She has also spent time in Los Angeles, particularly in connection with her acting career.
Official Social Media
Brooks Nader is active on Instagram at @brooksnader. She posts frequently — fashion content, travel, family, and career updates. Her account has well over one million followers and is the most reliable direct source for what she’s currently doing.
Reader Questions (FAQ)
How old is Brooks Nader?
Brooks Nader was born on February 7, 1997, making her 29 years old as of 2026. She turned 29 earlier this year. Her zodiac sign is Aquarius.
Who are Brooks Nader’s sisters?
Brooks is the oldest of four sisters. Her younger sisters are Mary Holland, Grace Ann, and Sarah Jane Nader — all of whom have pursued careers in modeling. The four sisters starred together in the Freeform and Hulu reality series Love Thy Nader, which premiered in 2025. Sarah Jane is set to compete on Dancing with the Stars in the upcoming season.
Was Brooks Nader married?
Yes. Brooks Nader married advertising executive Billy Haire on December 14, 2019, in New Orleans. The couple separated in 2022 and finalized their divorce in 2024 after nearly five years of marriage. They had no children. Nader has said Haire was her first relationship, and she met him shortly after moving to New York City at 19.
What is Brooks Nader’s net worth?
Most sources estimate her net worth between $2 million and $4 million as of 2026. Her income comes from Sports Illustrated modeling contracts, Dancing with the Stars, Love Thy Nader, brand endorsements (including Victoria’s Secret, Samsung, and Smirnoff), and her two business ventures — Home by BN and the Electric Picks jewelry collaboration.
What is Brooks Nader’s role in the Baywatch reboot?
Brooks Nader plays a character named Selene in the upcoming Baywatch reboot, which is set to premiere in January 2027 on FOX and Hulu. She appeared at the 2026 Emmy Awards on September 14 alongside her Baywatch co-stars — Jessica Belkin, Noah Beck, Stephen Amell, Thaddeus LaGrone, and Hassie Harrison — where they presented an award together.
Who is Brooks Nader dating in 2026?
Multiple outlets including Page Six and DeuxMoi reported in March 2026 that Nader was dating British actor Taron Egerton, known for the Rocketman film. The pair were spotted together in Los Angeles on multiple occasions. However, neither Nader nor Egerton has publicly confirmed the relationship, so it remains unconfirmed as of the date of this article.
How did Brooks Nader get famous?
She won Sports Illustrated’s open Swim Search competition in 2019 — beating roughly 10,000 applicants — which led to her appearance in the magazine’s 2020 issue and every year afterward. She reached the highest point of that run in 2023 when she was named one of the magazine’s cover models. She also gained widespread attention in January 2022 when she publicly shared that a stranger had placed an Apple AirTag in her coat pocket and tracked her location for over five hours around New York City.
What is Love Thy Nader about?
Love Thy Nader is a reality docuseries that premiered on Freeform and Hulu in 2025. It follows Brooks Nader and her three younger sisters — Mary Holland, Grace Ann, and Sarah Jane — as they live and work together in New York City. The first season featured Brooks’s high-profile breakup with Gleb Savchenko and showed the sisters navigating both personal drama and professional ambition in real time.
Wrap-Up
Brooks Nader arrived in New York as a teenager with no money and no backup plan. The story she’s told multiple times — that her father jokingly told her to find a boyfriend to help pay rent — is funny, but it also points to something real: she built her career without a financial cushion. The Swim Search win in 2019 changed things not because it was luck but because she put herself in front of the opportunity by entering an open competition that anyone could join. The discipline behind that move is easy to overlook when the surface story is about swimsuit covers and red-carpet dresses.
Career status as of September 2026: Brooks Nader is currently in the middle of her most high-profile year yet. She has an acting role in a major network reboot premiering in January 2027, a reality series already streaming, an active modeling career, two running business ventures, and a first Emmy appearance just behind her.
What’s worth watching going forward is whether the Baywatch reboot gives her enough of a platform to build a genuine acting career, or whether it stays a one-off pivot. She’s been candid about the fact that acting is new territory for her. The show premieres in January 2027, and its reception will be a real test. Either way, the Nader sisters as a collective have turned their family into a brand — which is an unusual thing to pull off, and harder than it looks from the outside.
Thomas Andrew is the founder of Odubio.com, a digital platform sharing inspiring biographies, news, and stories about global icons and achievers.