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Sports Illustrated model Tanit Phoenix shows off her incredible bikini body during romantic holiday with Sharlto Copley

Published: 19:20 EST, 24 March 2015 | Updated: 09:00 EST, 25 March 2015

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She's known for gracing the covers of magazines in nothing but her lingerie.

But on Tuesday Tanit Phoenix made a beach in Maui, Hawaii her own personal runway as she stepped out in a tiny black string bikini.

The 30-year-old South African beauty was joined by her partner Sharlto Copley for the romantic getaway.

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Sizzling: Tanit Phoenix made a beach in Maui, Hawaii her own personal runway as she stepped out in a tiny black string bikini on Tuesday

The 41-year-old District 9 star showed off his lean physique in a tight rash guard and shorts.

He was spotted wading into the water with his longtime partner, who for a portion of the day on the beach hid her body in a jersey with 'Mermaid 73' emblazoned across her chest.

But of course later in the day she stripped down to her bikini as she tied her hair into a high knot.

Quite the pair! The 30-year-old South African beauty was joined by her partner Sharlto Copley for the romantic getaway

A bit more modest: The 41-year-old District 9 star showed off his lean physique in a tight rash guard and shorts

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True life Ariel: He was spotted wading into the water with his longtime partner, who for a portion of the day on the beach hid her body in a jersey with 'Mermaid 73' emblazoned across her chest

Her bold choice of swimwear gave the model another opportunity to show of the toned body that has previously helped win her modelling contracts with South African and American editions of FHM, South African editions of GQ, Maxim and Marie Claire and the iconic Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue.

Dividing her time between Cape Town and Los Angeles, Tanit has been involved in a long-term relationship with South African actor Sharlto – best known for roles in District 9, The A-Team and current sci-fi release Chappie – since 2012.

She's a pro! Her bold choice of swimwear gave the model another opportunity to show of the toned body that has previously helped win her modelling contracts with South African and American mags

Famous romance: Dividing her time between Cape Town and Los Angeles, Tanit has been involved in a long-term relationship with South African actor Sharlto

Like her boyfriend she’s no stranger to cinema, having previously taken roles in films including Death Race 2, Safe House and Lord Of War, in which she starred alongside Jared Leto and Nicolas Cage.

Tanit was last seen alongside Sharlto at the New York premiere of Chappie on March 4.

Catching the eye in a sweeping cream gown the brunette overshadowed her beau as they posed for photos alongside the film's principal stars, Sigourney Weaver and Hugh Jackman.

Side by side: Tanit was last seen alongside Sharlto at the New York premiere of Chappie on March 4

The stunning model's career began at the tender age of 14 when she was discovered by a modelling scout before going on to feature in commercials for Coca Cola, Adidas, Volvic mineral water and Schweppes, amongst others.

Her other modelling achievements include shoots for the German and South African editions of Shape and the South African edition of Cosmopolitan, for whom she has featured as a cover girl on four separate occasions.

Her last acting role came in 2013 with an appearance in low budget horror film Gallowwalkers alongside Wesley Snipes.

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