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Watch: Following Her ‘Basic Instinct’, Lindsey Vonn Surprises Fans With 12 Year Old Time-Capsule

Published 08/13/2023, 10:20 AM EDT

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Retired skiing legend Lindsey Vonn has wreaked havoc on social media once again. While the Olympian is accustomed to leaving people awestruck with her skiing skills, this time she’s earning praise for her dazzling portrayal of a renowned character. Vonn has delighted her fans by revisiting an iconic photoshoot in a fantastic throwback.

A recent post on Instagram went viral for giving Lindsey Vonn a shout-out. The post showed Vonn recreating a stunning avatar from a mega-hit of the 1990s. The post captured Vonn’s attention, and she uploaded it to her Instagram stories following her ‘basic instinct.’ This took the internet by storm and has charmed fans left, right, and center.

Lindsey Vonn dazzles fans with a timeless look

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Lindsey Vonn gave a throwback to a captivating photoshoot dating 12 years back in time. Vonn was working on a project for ESPN The Magazine at the time. A YouTube video of the photoshoot features the makeup team preparing Vonn to recreate the iconic look of Sharon Stone from the movie ‘Basic Instinct.’ In the 1992 film, Sharon Stone portrayed a sharp and intelligent femme fatale character. The Instagram post gave a shout-out to Vonn and said, “No, that’s not Sharon Stone. It’s Olympic Skier Lindsey Vonn.”

The YouTube video showed Vonn speaking about the photo shoot in a behind the scenes footage“Someone said I look like Sharon Stone. My husband and I were thinking, okay, well what’s a good Sharon Stone movie and Basic Instinct came up, and I don’t know it just kind of seemed like it would work, and Here I am.” The makeup team did a fabulous job on Lindsey Vonn and brought the timeless vintage style of the 80s back to life. Fans have absolutely fallen in love all over again with the 12-year-old time capsule shared by Vonn. 

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A Passage to Yesteryears

Vonn’s throwback offers a captivating peek into a pivotal crossroads that goes beyond her athletic achievements. Lindsey Vonn was presented with this photoshoot opportunity during the peak of her career in 2011-12. At that time, Vonn was exploring new horizons beyond skiing, and the photoshoot came as a perfect fit. Taking a remarkable detour from her chilly domain, Vonn ventured into the alluring realm of Hollywood-inspired splendor.

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The tribute to Sharon Stone’s unforgettable portrayal in ‘Basic Instinct’ marked a new chapter in Vonn’s life. It transcended the realm of just another makeover, standing out amidst a multitude of other recreations. This was a stylish exhibition of allure, confidence, and empowerment, showcasing her readiness to step beyond her comfort zone. Her fans are captivated by this attitude and approach, continuing to shower the Olympic gold medalist with endless admiration despite her retirement.

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