Model Gabrielle Reece is an American professional volleyball player, fitness MODEL, and actress. She is best known for her appearances in the 1990s on the covers of the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue and for her long-running partnership with Nike. Reece is also a former member of the United States National Volleyball Team and has won numerous awards for her athletic achievements. Her first name, Gabrielle, is derived from the French word for 'MODEL'.