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Angel Reese took her game from the court to the podium and made history along the way.
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The Chicago Sky forward became the first professional athlete to walk in the Victoria's Secret fashion show on Wednesday, joining the brand's high-profile “Wings Reveal” lineup in New York.
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“It was destined for me,” Reese said in an interview before the show. “This is it for me. I'm so excited to sit in this room with so many amazing models and women. The team that put it all together was amazing. I'm so excited.”
Reese said she hired a modeling coach to “hone my walk.”
“I walk, I sleep, I hoop,” she said. “And I get engaged, sleep, walk.”
Reese, 23, made her Victoria Secret runway debut wearing a pink floral lingerie set adorned with flowers and lace, paired with a statement feathered stole draped over her arms. The wrapper was covered in a soft pink and pink texture.
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The 6-foot-3 Reese donned the signature white angel wings that have defined the show for decades, a new milestone for the athlete known for her confidence, charisma and attractiveness. She walked to the music of Lumidi. I'll never leave you (Uuuuuuuuuuu.)
Reese is a former national champion at Louisiana State University and the 2023 NCAA Tournament Most Outstanding Player.
The show was broadcast live on YouTube, Instagram, TikTok and Prime Video in the US. The show is a mix of music and celebrities, with pink-winged Madison Beer performing on stage. Make you mine with models in lingerie strutting down the runway.
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K-pop group TWICE also took to the podium, performing This is for And Strategy. Karol G sang Yvonnie Bonita before she walked solo in a Red Wings and lingerie ensemble.
Reese has become one of the most prominent figures in women's sports. Her style, outspokenness and social media influence have helped bridge the gap between sports, fashion and pop culture.
The lingerie show began in 2001 and was held annually for almost two decades. Victoria's Secret canceled the show in 2019 but revived it last year with Reese in attendance.
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