Angel Reese

Angel Reese is a professional basketball player for the WNBA's Chicago Sky. As one of the most influential figures in sports today, she has played a pivotal role in elevating the WNBA's global profile, drawing record attendances and television audiences. Reese's unique blend of athletic prowess and cultural savvy has also revolutionised the way college athletes engage with fashion and beauty brands, thanks to the NCAA's new NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) policy.

Reese quickly made a name for herself as a standout athlete at the University of Maryland, before transferring to Louisiana State University where she shot to fame after leading the Tigers to the NCAA women’s basketball championship — the team’s first — in 2023. Her decision to declare for the WNBA Draft was marked by a Vogue editorial story shoot, underscoring her lifelong love of fashion and her determination to build her personal brand beyond basketball. She attended the 2024 Met Gala in a striking 16Arlington gown by Marco Capaldo, which displayed the duality of her appeal: equally comfortable on the red carpet in a dress and heels as dominating the paint and snagging rebounds in a pair of sneakers.

In her debut WNBA season, Reese's impact transcended sports. She launched her first fashion campaign as the face of Khloe Kardashian's Good American denim line for tall women, aligning her athletic fame with a message of inclusivity and empowerment in fashion. Reese also secured a multi-year endorsement deal with Reebok, which will include her own signature shoe line, and has already yielded a co-designed apparel collection. 

Her brief career to date and endorsements reflect a modern athlete's potential to influence various industries, making her a powerful role model for aspiring athletes and fashion enthusiasts alike.