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WNBA star Angel Reese is making fashion history.
On Wednesday (October 15), Reese will become the first professional athlete to walk in the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show. Reese is set to make her debut as a VS Angel and launch a global partnership with the brand.
“I literally could not stop smiling!” Reese told PEOPLE about the moment she received the news. “It’s such a surreal and full-circle moment — just last year I was in the audience manifesting being on that runway... and now I get to return as an Angel. This will be an unforgettable night that I’ll forever be grateful for."
“I’m so proud and excited to be the first pro athlete to walk for Victoria’s Secret,” she added. “I hope I can inspire women and girls everywhere and remind them that we can dominate in our field but also chase our goals outside of it — and for me, that’s getting to walk down fashion and entertainment’s most iconic runway.”
The Chicago Sky forward said she's been training for the fashion show while balancing her WNBA career.
“It’s all about confidence!” Reese said. “I’ve been training for both basketball and the fashion show these last couple of weeks, and I’m ready to swap my Angel Reese 1s for heels on Wednesday night!”
The 2025 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show is set to feature an all-woman music lineup, including Missy Elliott, Madison Beer, Karol G, and K-pop group TWICE.
“It’s such an honor to be a part of such an immensely powerful moment that celebrates women, and how multifaceted we are,” Reese said. “I know the energy and excitement will be unmatched – I’m ready for it!”
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