Angel Reese is rewriting the playbook. The 23-year-old WNBA superstar, who is among the most marketable player in the league, is about to become the first-ever professional player to walk in the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show runway. History is going to be made on October 15, 2025, when Reese walks as a Victoria’s Secret Angel.
The Chicago Sky star and model announced the news Thursday morning on Instagram in a photo that caused fans to gag: “Stepping into a dream: From Angel to a Victoria’s Secret ANGEL. I’m finally getting my wings. I’ll be walking the Victoria’s Secret 2025 runway show for the first time, and it feels like destiny. Wings on, heels ready…Catch me on the runway.”
From Hardwood Hero to High-Fashion Darling
The evolution of Reese from reigning front woman to full-on fashion icon is nothing short of a movie. Dubbed the “Bayou Barbie” as early as during her time at LSU, she made high-profile appearances at the Met Gala and the Louis Vuitton fashion show on the eve of the 2024 Olympics.
Earlier in the year, Reese also released her own signature shoe with Reebok, solidifying her further as a crossover legend. Fans devoured them, as they were selling fast in limited quantities and creating buzz about Reese being able to transcend beyond the basketball court and into sneaker culture.
Her On-Court Dominance Adds to the Aura
The breakout onto the runway follows a successful sophomore WNBA campaign in which she put up 14.7 points, 12.6 boards, 3.7 assists, and 1.5 steals nightly. While the Chicago Sky season concluded sooner than desired for Reese, she is keeping the limelight in full swing in the offseason.
