Angel Reese amped to "witness greatness" after watching $25M model at Victoria's Secret Fashion Show

By Sahir Bhojwani

Modified Oct 16, 2024 13:30 GMT

Over her young career, Angel Reese has already achieved a great deal of success. The WNBA star won an NCAA championship in 2023 and has been sensational since jumping to the pros this year. Reese has competed against some of the game's best and understands what it takes to be great. At the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show this week, she saw a different kind of greatness.

Reese, who is in her first offseason as a pro, made the trip out to New York City for the celebrity-packed event on Tuesday. There was one model in particular that caught the Chicago Sky player's eye: Bella Hadid, who stunned the guests with her red lingerie set and coupled with angel wings and a puffy jacket

Reese was left in awe after seeing the American fashion model, who has a net worth of approximately $25 million, on stage.

On Tuesday, Reese posted a collection of images on her Instagram story of her memorable night in New York including a snap of Hadid in action. She captioned the image with some high praise for the model.

"I was able to witness greatness," wrote Reese.

Angel Reese shares a photo of fashion model Bella Hadid at the Victoria's Secret event in NY. Photo Credit: Reese's IG account

Reese wore a fashionable red dress and a pair of black heels. She was spotted with numerous prominent celebrities on the night including Cardi B and Law Roach.

Reese also posted a message on her X account praising the glamorous fashion capital.

"I think I love New York," Reese said.

Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese shows off her magazine cover collection

Chicago Sky player Angel Reese on the sidelines before the game between the Chicago Bears and the Carolina Panthers at Soldier Field. Photo Credit: Imagn

Angel Reese's rise to fame has been rapid. The well-known basketball star first came into prominence during her college days with the LSU Tigers but her fanbase grew since joining the Chicago Sky. She has become so popular that she has appeared on the covers of several high-profile magazines.

Last month, the Maryland native showed off her impressive magazine cover collection on Instagram which included Sports Illustrated, Slam, Adweek and Women's Health. The post was captioned with:

"The only issue I have, call me Ms. covergirl"

A. Reese shows off her magazine cover collection on social media. Photo Credit: Angel Reese's IG account.

Reese has made headlines for her remarkable plays on the court and her no-nonsense approach off the court. She is fast becoming a fan favorite in the Chicago area and with a growing group of WNBA fans.