UPDATE: WNBA fan favorite Sophie Cunningham is making headlines with her aspirations to follow in the footsteps of Angel Reese, who recently made history as the first professional athlete to strut the runway at the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show. In a recent podcast episode, Cunningham revealed her long-held dream of becoming a Victoria’s Secret Angel, sparking excitement among her fans.
Cunningham, who just wrapped up her seventh season with the Indiana Fever, expressed her admiration for Reese’s stunning runway debut, stating, “Angel walked in it, and she killed it, like, absolutely killed it.” Her enthusiasm is palpable as she shared, “I texted my agents right away, and I was like, ‘Please.’ Like, this has been a dream of mine since I’ve been in like second grade.”
The 29-year-old athlete averaged 8.6 points and 3.5 rebounds per game this past season, despite facing injury setbacks. With a new one-year deal signed ahead of the 2025 season, Cunningham is currently an unrestricted free agent and is eager to explore modeling opportunities alongside her basketball career.
“I think it’d be so fun to walk in that fashion show,” she said, adding, “But Angel really did kill it. She looked stunning, she looked beautiful.” Cunningham’s aspirations are further fueled by her admiration for iconic Victoria’s Secret model Candice Swanepoel, whom she cites as her favorite: “Candice is my favorite. She’s like the most stunning one.”
While Cunningham is excited about the possibility, she humorously acknowledged a potential hurdle: “I don’t really have the boobs; they’re going to really need a big push-up bra for me.”
As the anticipation builds around Cunningham’s potential runway debut, fans and fellow athletes alike are eager to see if she can make her dream a reality. With Reese paving the way, the WNBA is witnessing a surge in athlete representation in the fashion world, marking a transformative moment for both sports and fashion industries.
Stay tuned for updates on Cunningham’s journey to the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show and her upcoming season with the Fever. Will she take to the runway like Reese? The fashion world is watching closely.
