Sophie Cunningham hopes to follow Angel Rees’ path to the fashion runway

Sophie Cunningham often speaks her mind. The Indiana fever Gard spotted fellow WNBA player Angel Reese’s runway debut at the annual Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show.

Cunningham said Reese’s historic step prompting her to consider taking her own strut on the catwalk.

During a recent episode of her “Show Me Something” podcast, Cunningham praised Reese and sent a message to her agents about being on the 2026 edition of the popular fashion show.

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Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham (8) plays against the Phoenix Mercury during a WNBA game at PHX Arena on August 7, 2025 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Mark J. Rebilas/Imagine Images)

“This has been my dream since I was in second grade,” Cunningham said. “I’ve always wanted to be a Victoria’s Secret Angel.”

Victoria’s Secret tapped Reese to walk in the clothing and beauty retailer’s fashion show in New York City, where she became the first athlete to walk the runway in the event’s history.

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After making a guest appearance at last year’s show, Reese said she will now serve as one of the brand’s global ambassadors.

Angel Reese walks the runway for the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show 2025 on October 15, 2025 in New York City. (Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images for Victoria’s Secret)

“I literally couldn’t stop laughing.” Reese Told the people. “It’s an surreal and full-circle moment — last year I was in the audience watching that runway show, totally inspired and all the powerful women walking down the runway, and now I’m coming back as an angel. It’s going to be an unforgettable night that I’ll be forever grateful for.”

Reese added that she wants to encourage women to achieve success in all fields.

Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese (5) leaves the court after a game against the Los Angeles Sparks at Crypto.com Arena on May 25, 2025; Los Angeles, California. (Kirby Lee/Imagine Images)

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“I hope I can inspire women and girls everywhere and remind them that we can dominate in our field but also reach our goals outside of it — and for me, that’s walking the most prestigious runways in fashion and entertainment,” the two-time WNBA All-Star added

The Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show returned last year after a six-year hiatus.

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