Randi Mahomesis celebrating her daughter-in-law’s latest photoshoot.
At the NFL honors on Thursday, the mother of NFL starPatrick Mahomesshares exclusively with PEOPLE that she is in “awe” of his wifeBrittany Mahomesafter she made herSports Illustrated Swimsuitissue debut.
“I’ve seen all the pictures. I’ve seen all of that. I’m just in awe of her,” Randi, 48, tells PEOPLE.
The grandmother of two also shared how regimented Brittany, 28, treats her diet. “She’s so disciplined. I’ll eat with her, and I’m like ordering, you know… And she’s ordering very good, and I’m like, ‘Girl, I want to do what you’re doing.’ ”
Randi also shared that Brittany recently recruited her mother-in-law’s style tips on a recent shopping trip. Randi pulled out a dress for Brittany and was persistent about her daughter-in-law trying it on. After a back and forth, Brittany purchased the dress and wore it to thered carpet of Patrick’s Netflix showQuarterbacklast year. “I was like, ‘Okay, I love it.’ She looked gorgeous," recalled Randi.
Randi and Brittany Mahomes.Randi Mahomes Instagram
Early Thursday, Brittany made herSports Illustrated Swimsuitdebut as a 2024Rookie. She will feature in the magazine’s 60th anniversary issue, out in May.
Per MJ Day,SI Swim’s editor-in-chief, Brittany was selected because she’s the “epitome of a modern-day powerhouse.” Day adds in a statement: “Brittany’s journey has surpassed all expectations, inspiring others with her tenacity and unyielding determination.”
While the spread isn’t officially out yet, fans can expect to see the mom of two (Brittany shares daughter Sterling Skye, who turns 3 on Feb. 20, and son Patrick “Bronze” Lavon, 14 months with Patrick) modeling a collection of fiery swimsuits.
Brittany Mahomes.Brittany Mahomes/Instagram; Patrick McDermott/Getty
Brittany Mahomes/Instagram; Patrick McDermott/Getty
“I never in my wildest dreams thought this would happen,” Brittany toldSI Swimof her new gig, which comes days before the Chiefs play against the San Francisco 49ers in theSuper Bowlon Feb. 11.
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The 2024 Super Bowl is set for Feb. 11 with the Kansas City Chiefs taking on the San Francisco 49ers in Las Vegas.
source: people.com