WNBA star Angel Reese announced Thursday she will make history on October 15, 2025, as the first professional athlete to walk the runway in the iconic Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show in New York City.
The Chicago Sky forward shared the news on Instagram, writing “Stepping into a dream: From Angel to a Victoria Secret ANGEL” with a wings emoji. The 23-year-old Randallstown native said becoming a Victoria’s Secret Angel “feels like destiny,” marking a groundbreaking moment for athletes in high fashion.
Angel Reese will join an impressive lineup including musicians Karol G, Madison Beer, and Missy Elliott at the October 15 show airing at 7 PM ET. Fans celebrated the announcement, with one commenting “Nothing makes more sense than having an ACTUAL Angel walk the runway.”
The Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show appearance expands Reese’s influence beyond basketball after her stellar rookie season. The LSU legend and Chicago Sky All-Star forward continues breaking barriers, bringing athletic representation to the fashion world’s most prestigious runway show.
