Penny Lancaster, Salma Hayek and other stars proving that the bikini is back!

Penny Lancaster, Salma Hayek and other stars proving that the bikini is back

After years of being shunned in favour of more conservative swimsuits, bikinis are back among celebs in their 40s, 50s and 60s. Penny Lancaster, 53, leads the way.

When Helen Mirren wore a red bikini days before her 63rd birthday in 2008 it was headline news. However, there is no such fuss today.

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Recently, actress Priyanka Chopra, 42, showcased her amazing figure in this red two-piece. TV host Helen Skelton, 41, also opted for a bikini to show off her body.

Model Kelly Brook, 44, showed off her fabulous figure in this ensemble.

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Sharon Stone looked stunning as she posed for a picture donning a yellow bikini at 66.

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TV presenter Jenny Powell, 56, also showed mid-life celebs really do appear to have ditched the all-in-one.

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Salma Hayek, 57, flaunted her youthful body in a bikini while on a yacht.

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