Victoria’s Secret Show 2025: Angel Reese Makes Historic Debut as Icons Adriana Lima & Hadid Sisters Return to the Runway
NEW YORK – The Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show made its spectacular return for 2025, blending a new generation of trailblazers with the iconic Angels who defined its legacy. The highly anticipated runway event celebrated a renewed focus on diversity while delivering the signature glamour fans have come to expect.
This year’s show marked a series of groundbreaking debuts. WNBA star Angel Reese made history as the first professional athlete to walk the Victoria’s Secret runway, commanding attention in two distinct looks: a delicate white lingerie set adorned with pink roses and a fluffy shawl, and a second powerful ensemble featuring silver-and-white wings. She was joined by Olympic gymnast Suni Lee, who made her runway debut in a playful look from the brand’s Pink collection, and model Iris Law, daughter of Jude Law and Sadie Frost, who appeared in a sporty, high-fashion ensemble.
These fresh faces shared the stage with a host of legendary models. Longtime Angel Adriana Lima, who first walked in 1999, made a celebrated return, alongside Candice Swanepoel. Sisters Gigi and Bella Hadid also graced the runway once more. Other standout moments included Ashley Graham in dramatic black lingerie with matching fluffy wings and Jasmine Tookes, who stunned in nude lingerie framed by intricate metalwork while proudly displaying her pregnancy.
This event marks the second year of the revived runway show format, which was brought back in 2024 after a hiatus. The brand canceled the original show in 2018 amid criticism over a lack of inclusivity. The 2025 spectacle continued to build on its new, more diverse vision, proving that the iconic wings can be worn by women from all walks of life.
