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Molly Sims: From Sports Illustrated to Sephora How She Reinvented Herself in Midlife

4 Mar 2026 · 51 min · Episode 58

Molly Sims is a supermodel, actress, author, entrepreneur, and podcast host. In today’s episode of The Tamsen Show, Molly Sims sits down with Tamsen Fadal to reveal why midlife can be your most powerful chapter yet.

From modeling for iconic fashion brands (Chanel, Jimmy Choo, Victoria’s Secret) and working alongside Hollywood’s biggest stars to raising $15 million for her skincare brand, YSE Beauty, Molly shares how she transformed rejection into resilience and built her career at every stage of life.

In this episode, Molly Sims and Tamsen Fadal discuss:

- The mindset behind successful career pivots

- What it takes to be an “it girl”

- Overcoming rejection and imposter syndrome

- Heartbreak in your 30s and dating after 35

- Hormonal acne, melasma, and skincare for women over 40

- Perimenopause skin changes and confidence

- Starting and scaling a business in midlife

- Trusting your gut in business and leadership

If you’re wondering what your next chapter looks like, this conversation is for you.

Did you like this episode? Check out this one next: Stacy London: Reinvent Yourself (and Your Style) in Midlife

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