Carin Backoff, Photographer, New York

Description

The magazine cover features Tate McRae wearing a white crochet bikini with red heart appliques. She is posed with her arms crossed above her head, showcasing her tanned skin and blond hair. The backdrop is a glossy purple with the magazine's title, "Rolling Stone", displayed prominently at the top. Text elements around the central image include various article titles and headlines such as "Grammy Special," "Inside Haitis Civil War," and "American Idol Finds Jesus." The magazine's issue number and date, January 2026, are also visible.