Padma Lakshmi Goes Nearly Nude for Glamorous Pirelli Calendar Shoot: 'Major Bucket List Item'

Mar. 15, 2025

Padma Lakshmi for 2025 Pirelli calendar.Photo:Alessandro Scotti

Alessandro Scotti

The2025 Pirelli calendaris shaping up to be a gorgeous one.

Then again, when is it not?

On Aug. 14, the brand behind the famous calendar posted a selection of behind-the-scenes photos to Instagram, announcing the stars and photographer of the annual.

Padma Lakshmi for 2024 Pirelli calendar.Alessandro Scotti

“A while ago you may remember I went to Miami for a secret project. Well I can finally reveal that it was to SHOOT THE PIRELLI CALENDAR!!” she gushed. “I was so happy to be reunited with the amazing @ethanjamesgreen who I love working with. The @pirelli calendar is iconic and when I was modeling in Italy in the 90s I’d always wondered what it would be like to be photographed for it.”

“I’m glad I waited until now to do it because I appreciate it so much more. Ladies don’t let anyone ever tell you it’s too late. Your best life and work could just be ahead of you. It’s how I’ve been feeling lately and I hope the same for you,” she finished.

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Jodie Turner-Smith for 2025 Pirelli calendar.Alessandro Scotti

More of this year’s stars include Jodie Turner-Smith, John Boyega, Hunter Schafer and Simone Ashley.

She also thanked stylist Tonne Good and the team, as well as Pirelli.

“Big thank you to @pirelli for having me on an a classic. I loved every second of this Miami moment 🖤💛”

Hunter Schafer for 2025 Pirelli calendar.Alessandro Scotti

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