Angel Reese to walk Victoria's Secret Fashion Show, first pro athlete

Angel Reese, the 23-year-old forward for the Chicago Sky, will walk the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show on Oct. 15 in New York City and has entered a global partnership with the lingerie brand, becoming the first professional athlete to appear on the event's runway. The announcement marks a high-profile expansion of Reese's off-court career into mainstream fashion and modeling while she continues to play in the WNBA.

Reese said in a statement that she "literally could not stop smiling" when she learned of the invitation and called the opportunity "a dream come true." She added that she hopes to "inspire women and girls everywhere" by showing that athletes can pursue achievements outside their sport. Reese also described her preparation for the runway as similar to athletic training and said she plans to bring elements of her signature walk to the show.

The Victoria's Secret engagement follows a string of recent collaborations and public appearances that underscore Reese's crossover appeal. Earlier this month she announced a Juicy Couture collaboration, and her business relationships already include deals with Reebok, Barbie, Topps, Beats by Dre, Tampax, Amazon, and PlayStation....