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WNBA Star Reese Makes History as First Pro Athlete to Walk Victoria's Secret Runway
9 Oct
Summary
- Reese to become first pro athlete to walk iconic Victoria's Secret runway
- Reese "could not stop smiling" upon receiving the news of her Angel debut
- Reese aims to inspire women and girls to chase their goals beyond their fields
In a groundbreaking move, WNBA player Reese is poised to become the first-ever professional athlete to grace the iconic Victoria's Secret runway on October 15, 2025. Reese, who attended the event's legendary return in 2024, will now make her debut as a Victoria's Secret Angel, kicking off a global partnership with the brand.
Reese is thrilled about this milestone, telling PEOPLE that she "literally could not stop smiling" upon receiving the news. "It's such a surreal and full-circle moment -- just last year I was in the audience manifesting being on that runway, completely inspired and in awe of all the powerful women walking down the runway, and now I get to return as an Angel," she says.
The basketball star is eager to use this platform to inspire women and girls worldwide. "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," Reese explains. She plans to channel her "signature tunnel walk" with confidence, though admitting she'll be "freaking out with excitement" on the inside.
