Angel Reese made headlines as she took the runway of the Victoria’s Secret fashion walk recently. And while this was her very first walk on the ramp, Reese received significant praise from WNBA stars for her walk. This was one of the many things that the Chicago Sky star has been doing outside of the WNBA lately. She also made waves when her signature Reebok shoes sold out quickly.
Unfortunately, despite getting all the success, Reese just cannot seem to rise above controversy. Following her walk, a model lashed out at her for not being a professional model. Thankfully, this time around, Reese had the WNBA fans rooting for her.
Fans Rally Behind Angel Reese After Professional Model Criticizes Her
The Chicago Sky star had one of the biggest pops as she took to the ramp of Victoria’s Secret’s fashion show. Looking at her walk, the likes of Sydney Colson gushed over Reese’s ‘Angel Wings’ walk. However, for TikTok user @doublepeachedup, things did not look very promising. Taking to her Instagram account, the model pointed out that Reese’s selection was pretty unfair as there were other able professionals who might have taken the spot.
“Why are we letting Angel Reese and Suni Lee walk the Victoria’s Secret runway?” she said. “I am so sick and tired of the inclusivity bullshit. Let modeling be its own thing. … It’s just not fair,” said the model.
This model rants about Angel Reese, Suni Lee, and influencers being allowed to walk at Victoria's Secret Fashion Show.
— Fck_Yaya🎧✍️🏾 (@FckYaya) October 18, 2025
Does she have a point or just hate’n ass bitch🤔 pic.twitter.com/VPvk5NjZlF
Soon enough, the video went viral as X account @FckYaya reposted the entire clip. And hearing what the model had to say, fans did not resonate with her point of view. Rather, they stood in support beside the Chicago Sky star.
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Angel Reese Defended By Fans Over Victoria’s Secret Debut Walk Fiasco
As soon as the video went viral, fans flocked to the comments section and expressed their opinions.
One X user shared their take, stating, “Damn well she just ended ur modeling career lol”
Damn well she just ended ur modeling career lol
— ArchangelMichael (@Archang91369663) October 19, 2025
A second WNBA enthusiast added, “I mean….she should get in the gym and learn how to dribble- just like Angel hired a coach to master her walk. Mind you, Angel has done hella print modeling- so how is she not a model? Not her fault that she’s well rounded”
I mean….she should get in the gym and learn how to dribble- just like Angel hired a coach to master her walk. Mind you, Angel has done hella print modeling- so how is she not a model? Not her fault that she’s well rounded 🤷🏽♀️
— des. (@DontStalkDezii) October 18, 2025
Well… modeling isnt a competition so models arent at risk of ‘losing’ to influencers & angel walking the runway. Also modeling is a BEAUTY industry if the girls are gorgeous, why wouldnt they be asked to walk/pose??????”, wrote another netizen sharing their opinion on the matter.
Well… modeling isnt a competition so models arent at risk of ‘losing’ to influencers & angel walking the runway. Also modeling is a BEAUTY industry 😂 if the girls are gorgeous, why wouldnt they be asked to walk/pose??????
— Whiskey_Mama (@whiskey_mama24) October 18, 2025
Supporting Reese one fan commented, “Angel has an enormous fan base who probably don’t normally watch this fashion show but did watch it to see her. A generic model won’t pull in that many viewers. Angel looked great, too. She was clearly well prepared, and did a good job.”
Angel has an enormous fan base who probably don't normally watch this fashion show but did watch it to see her. A generic model won't pull in that many viewers. Angel looked great, too. She was clearly well prepared, and did a good job.
— Shira (@shiradotnet) October 19, 2025
Another fan chimed in with a blatant take, adding, “Was a model denied the opportunity to play BB in College or the WNBA?”
Was a model denied the opportunity to play BB in College or the WNBA?
— Bev Reed (@BReed42779) October 19, 2025
Thus, it is evident that support is pouring in for Reese. Now, fans will also hope to see her with an improved performance in the upcoming season.