Angel Reese Cast in Netflix's The Hunting Wives Season 2

WNBA star Angel Reese has joined the cast of Netflix's The Hunting Wives for its second season, taking on the costarring role of Trainer Barbie, a character name that nods to her well-known nicknames Bayou Barbie and Chi Barbie. The 23-year-old Chicago Sky forward announced her involvement on January 20 through a series of Instagram posts, including one showing her seated in a director's chair on set and another posing outside her trailer labeled Trainer Barbie. Netflix confirmed the casting the same day on social media, highlighting the addition to the drama series currently in production.

Reese's entry into the show stems from her enthusiastic response to the first season, which premiered in July 2025 and quickly became a breakout hit. After binge-watching the series, she posted on X in August 2025, describing it as a "CRAZYYYY but good watch." When creator Rebecca Cutter thanked her for tuning in, Reese replied, "Just let me know if you need me for season 2." Reflecting on the moment after the announcement, Reese wrote on X, "i literally manifest my entire life," underscoring how her comment led to the opportunity.

The role marks another step in Reese's expanding pursuits...