Angel Reese About to Make History — The “Bayou Barbie” Becomes the First Pro Athlete to Walk the Victoria’s Secret Runway!  <>LW

Angel Reese is adding another major milestone to her already iconic résumé! The Chicago Sky star just announced that she’ll be walking in the upcoming Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show on October 15 in New York City, making her the first-ever professional athlete to hit the brand’s legendary runway.

Reese, 23, shared the exciting news on Instagram with a stunning post that had fans and celebs alike flooding her comments with love.

“Stepping into a dream: From Angel to a Victoria’s Secret ANGEL,” she wrote. “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.” 👼🏽💅🏽

Victoria’s Secret also posted a clip revealing Reese in full angel mode — rocking a pink robe, black lingerie, and a pair of white feather wings fit for a queen.

“Angel Reese, welcome to the runway,” the caption read. “The first professional athlete angel… major is an understatement.”

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The Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show, which first launched in 2001 and was canceled in 2019, made its comeback last year — and Angel Reese was in the audience. Now, she’s going from courtside to catwalk, showing the world that she can dominate both the game and the runway