Bethenny Frankel, 47, shares sizzling throwback snap of her American flag bikini as she joins Kim Kardashian and Heidi Klum in celebrating 4th July on social media
Celebrities were out in full force on Wednesday, as they celebrated Independence Day with their friends and family.
Taking to Instagram, the likes of Bethenny Frankel, Kim Kardashian and Heidi Klum wished their followers a happy 4th July, while posing in a selection of patriotic ensembles.
Bethenny, 47, commanded attention with a sizzling throwback snap of herself posing in an American flag bikini, while reality star Kim stripped to a designer number as she spent her day topping up her tan on a lake.
All American: Bethenny Frankel shared a sizzling bikini throwback snap on Wednesday, as she led the stars celebrating the 4th July on Instagram
Bethenny kicked off proceedings with a head-turning bikini photo - which saw her pose in a skimpy two-piece of the famous stars and stripes.
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Beaming for the camera with her hair loosely styled, the TV personality let her enviably toned figure steal the show in the snap, as she celebrated Independence Day in years gone by.
She mirrored her patriotic ensemble in the caption, writing: 'Stars & stripes #throwback. Where are you celebrating today? #merica.'
Bikini babe: Next to commemorate the occasion was Kim Kardashian, who was spending the holiday by the lakes with her three children
Sun worshipper: Making the most of the sunshine, the 37-year-old stripped to a retro Dior bikini to top up her tan - snapping a few selfies for fans on the boat
Next to commemorate the occasion was Kim Kardashian, who was spending the holiday by the lakes with her three children and best friend Alison Statter.
Making the most of the sunshine, the 37-year-old stripped to a retro Dior bikini to top up her tan - displaying her impossibly slim waist and cleavage to all.
Pulling her hair into two braids and holding up a peace sign for the camera, Kim proved to be completely relaxed as she spent time with her family on the special day.
Action woman: However, the star appeared to tire of her respite later on, when she was seen trying her hand at wakeboarding
Easy does it: Kim shared a number of videos of her attempts on Instagram - managing to balance on the board for a few moments each time, before tumbling into the water
Relaxing: The group then cosied round a fire pit, and indulged in some roasted marshmallows
However, the star appeared to tire of her respite later on, when she was seen trying her hand at wakeboarding.
Kim shared a number of videos of her attempts on Instagram - managing to balance on the board for a few moments each time, before tumbling into the water.
Her pal Allison then had a go, before the pair and her children North, Saint and Chicago cosied round a fire pit, and indulged in some roasted marshmallows.
'Stay safe!': While Kim was enjoying an action-packed day with her family, her mother Kris kept things simple for her celebrations, by sharing a Happy 4th July card
While Kim was enjoying an action-packed day with her family, her mother Kris kept things simple for her celebrations, by sharing a Happy 4th July card with her followers.
She wrote beside the traditional image: 'Happy Fourth of July!! Wishing you all a fun day filled with love, laughter, friends and family! Stay safe today!'
It is likely this 4th Of July cameras will be rolling for the next season of Keeping Up With The Kardashians.
Unrecognisable: Kim went on to share a hilarious throwback snap of herself with sisters Kendall and Kylie Jenner and her brother Rob's ex-girlfriend Adrienne Bailon
Usually celebrating the holiday with her family, Kim went on to share a throwback snap of herself with sisters Kendall and Kylie Jenner and her brother Rob's ex-girlfriend Adrienne Bailon.
The girls are almost unrecognisable in the snap - taken in 2008, before surgery and motherhood, on Kim and Kylie's part.
Sharing the image to her website, she wrote to her followers: 'Since it's the Fourth of July, I wanted to throw it back to these pictures we took in 2008 when we had a pool party.
Leading lady: Another getting involved in the fun was German model Heidi Klum, who shared a playful video of herself visiting the Statue of Liberty
Hooray! A pregnant Kate Hudson showed off her baby bump in a peach summer dress and cowboy booats as she waved an American flag in the sunshine
'Such fun memories! We made a cake and everyone got thrown in the pool, lol. I hope everyone has a great Fourth of July today!'
Another getting involved in the fun was German model Heidi Klum, who shared a playful video of herself visiting the Statue of Liberty.
The supermodel looked typically stunning in minimal make-up and sunglasses, but made the look more patriotic by sporting a headband of the landmark's famous green crown.
Looking good: Madonna shared a throwback snap from a previous photo shoot - which saw her sport a bright red bikini and American flag wrap
Going to far? Lea Michele of Glee shared a photo of her chest in a red top with blue and white striped slacks in her patriotic 4th Of July post
Beaming for the camera, Heidi simply captioned the clip: 'US', followed by a heart emoji.
Madonna shared a throwback snap from a previous photo shoot - which saw her sport a bright red bikini and American flag wrap, as well as glamorous curls and a bold red lip.
She added the caption: 'Land of The Free and. Home Of The Brave ........ usususususususus #believe'
Lea Michele slipped into a chic red, white and blue ensemble for the day, while Jessica Alba revealed she was in 'vacation mode' by filming herself sipping on a drink, during a relaxing day at the beach.
Bottoms up: Jessica Alba revealed she was in 'vacation mode' by filming herself sipping on a drink, during a relaxing day at the beach
Ready to party: Mariah Carey wished her fans a good day while posing in a red, white and blue dress
Cheeky: Olympic skier Lindsey Vonn, 33, wore the exact same USA bathing suit as her beau, as they posed playfully on a yacht
Robert Downey Jr enjoyed an all-American feast with his friends in Atlanta, with the trio gorging on the fruit bowl in front of the camera.
Wishing his fans well in his unique style, he wrote: 'Happy Birthday America and happy Independence Day! #eatlikenooneiswatching #TeamStark #waybackwednesday'
Meanwhile Ronnie Ortiz-Magro of Jersey Shore fame shocked fans when he posed with his baby mama Jennifer.
Eat like no one is watching: Robert Downey Jr (centre) enjoyed an all-American feast with his friends in Atlanta, with the trio gorging on the fruit bowl in front of the camera
A star: The actor also shared an image of Captain America from the famous Marvel franchise, wishing his fans 'safe shenanigans'
They have a bond: Jon Gosselin posed with his daughter Hannah. They were side by side in front of an American flag. He captioned the image, 'Happy 4th of July!!!'
Huh? Meanwhile Ronnie Ortiz-Magro of Jersey Shore fame shocked fans when he posed with his baby mama Jennifer, following her arrest last week
Family matters: Joe, Nick and Kevin Jonas cuddled up to their sibling Frankie in a sweet snap, simply captioned: 'Brothers. Happy 4th July fam'
She was arrested last week in Las Vegas for dragging his body with her car, creating a bloody mess and sending him to the hospital.
The pair, who share 3-month-old daughter Ariana Sky, set tongues wagging with the snap - having dated on an off for a number of years.
Katharine McPhee of Smash fame simply shared a photo of her fiance David Foster, 68, who proposed while they were holidaying on the Italian island of Capri this week.
She's in love: Katharine McPhee of Smash fame shared a photo of her fiance David Foster, 68. He proposed to the beauty when they were on the island of Capri this week
Splish-splash: Enrique Iglesias, 43, was in the swimming pool with daughter Lucy, aged six months, who he had with tennis star Anna Kournikova, 37
Cute family time: Mario Lopez was seen with his wife and two kids as they got into the spirit
Enrique Iglesias, 43, then posed in the swimming pool with daughter Lucy, aged six months, who he shares with tennis star Anna Kournikova, 37.
Arnold Schwarzenegger, who was formerly the governor of California, talked about the country's best assets on his own Instagram page.
Sharing a selfie video for his 14.4 million followers, he said: 'Thank you to you and all of our real action heroes who make this country great.'
Way back when: Supermodel Cindy Crawford shared a modelling shot of herself from the Nineties clad in blue and red, captioned: 'Color palette today. Happy 4th!'
Abs-olutely fabulous: Model Lisa Rinna also shared a snap of herself paddling in the sea, in a stars and stripes themed bikini
Couldn't resist: Kristin Cavallari next wished America a happy 4th, while plugging and modelling her Uncommon James jewelry line
Hostess with the most: Sophia Vergara held a party for her nearest and dearest at her house - baking her own feast for guests
Domestic goddess: Slipping into a boho maxi dress, the actress proved her natural beauty to all as she got to work in the kitchen - slicing up her homemade pie, before serving cocktails
Kristin Cavallari next wished America a happy 4th, while plugging and modelling her Uncommon James jewelry line.
Supermodel Cindy Crawford shared a modelling shot of herself from the Nineties clad in blue and red, captioned: 'Color palette today. Happy 4th!'
Sophia Vergara held a party for her nearest and dearest at her house - baking her own feast for guests.
Slipping into a boho maxi dress for the occasion, the actress proved her striking natural beauty to all as she got to work in the kitchen - slicing up her homemade pie, before serving cocktails with a pal.
From his heart: Arnold Schwarzenegger talked about what makes the country great in this Instagram post
With his pals: Later Hugh Jackson shared this image with Arnie at Gold's Gym
Heidi and Spencer Pratt of The Hills fame enjoyed their first 4th July celebrations with their son Gunner.
The couple shared a sweet selfie with their son, born in October 2017, as they spent their day at a nearby parade.
All clad in stars and stripes, with the tot sporting an adorable sequin hat, the blonde gushed to her fans: 'So much fun celebrating @gunnerpratt first 4th of a July! #happy4thjuly #summer #9monthsold #momlife'
She shared further heart-warming snaps of herself and Spencer cradling Gunner in their arms as they sang and danced with the packed crowds at the parade.
Happy family: Heidi and Spencer Pratt of The Hills fame enjoyed their first 4th July celebrations with their son Gunner
Dressing up: All clad in stars and stripes, with the tot sporting an adorable sequin hat, the blonde gushed to her fans: 'So much fun celebrating @gunnerpratt first 4th of a July!'
His little pride and joy: She shared another heart-warming snaps of Spencer cradling Gunner in his arms as they sang and danced with the packed crowds at the parade
Teresa Giudice, whose husband Joe is serving out a three year prison sentence, said she wished her fans a Happy 4th.
Jon Gosselin posed with his daughter Hannah. They were side by side in front of an American flag. He captioned the image, 'Happy 4th of July!!!'
Jon, 41, finalized his divorce from Kate Gosselin, 43, in 2009. Together, they share eight children.
Ashlee Simpson also enjoyed a romantic day in the garden with her husband Evan Ross, while Audrina Patridge held her daughter Kirra a pool party, before introducing her to a sparkler - which she deemed a 'family tradition'.
Closer than ever: Ashlee Simpson snuggled up to husband Evan Ross
With her little one: Audrina Patridge from The Hills was seen with her daughter Kirra
Happy to be American: Teresa Giudice, whose husband Joe is serving out a three year prison sentence, said she wished her fans a Happy 4th
