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Pirelli Reveals Behind-the-Scenes Preview of 2026 Calendar

The images offer a glimpse of Sundsbø’s dramatic exploration of emotion through avant-garde techniques staged in Norfolk and Essex that foreshadow his New York City scenes.

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Overview

  • The 52nd edition of the Pirelli Calendar was shot by Sølve Sundsbø across Norfolk, Essex and New York City.
  • Tennis star Venus Williams, singer FKA Twigs, supermodel Irina Shayk, actress Gwendoline Christie and Oscar winner Tilda Swinton are featured among the cast of high-profile talents.
  • Sundsbø says the project aims to capture core human emotions and instincts, including longing, curiosity, mystery and a connection with nature.
  • Early behind-the-scenes shots highlight high-drama elements such as underwater sequences, smoldering backdrops and wind-driven fabrics.
  • Pirelli plans to release the full set of calendar images later this year, building anticipation through phased previews.