In the 1980s, Tiegs explored acting, appearing in shows like Moonlighting and Just Shoot Me, as well as movies like The Brown Bunny and Sharknado 4 in the 00s and 10s.

Despite this foray into acting, she ultimately chose to focus on other aspects of her life, including her personal relationships and motherhood. She was married multiple times and had three children, including twin sons born via surrogate in 2001.

Tiegs has also been committed to environmental advocacy. Her efforts have included raising awareness about global warming and supporting conservation initiatives. She has traveled to places like the Canadian Arctic and the Copper Canyon in Mexico to better understand environmental challenges.

However, Tiegs faced controversy in 2016 when she criticized Sports Illustrated for featuring plus-size model Ashley Graham on the cover, stating that it glamorized unhealthy body standards.

“I don’t like that we’re talking about full-figured women because it’s glamorizing them because your waist should be smaller than 35 [inches]. That’s what Dr. Oz said, and I’m sticking to it,” Tiegs explained on E! News. “No, I don’t think it’s healthy. Her face is beautiful. Beautiful. But I don’t think it’s healthy in the long run.”

Then, in 2017, Tiegs accused the media of sensationalizing her comments, “because really all I was doing was trying to look out for the health of someone who’s too thin or going on the other side of the scale,” Tiegs said in 2017. “It’s just about finding your own healthy path. That’s all. I don’t know her; I don’t know if she’s healthy or not. That’s up to her.

At 77, Tiegs maintains her health through yoga, proper nutrition, and surrounding herself with positive influences. Most of all, though, she says that maintaining an active lifestyle and finding joy in activities like reading and spending time with uplifting friends is the way to go.

Cheryl Tiegs continues to be admired for her timeless beauty and her advocacy, blending her legacy as a supermodel with a deep commitment to the environment and healthy living.