New York, Dec. 5, 2024 – Well, it’s official. Angel Reese is not just dominating the court, but the red carpet too. The 22-year-old WNBA phenom, fresh off a rookie year that was already worthy of its own highlight reel (thank you, injury-shortened season), made a memorable appearance at the 2024 Footwear News Achievement Awards in New York City. And in case you missed it, yes, Rihanna – the one and only – called her “the one.”
Now, if you’re sitting there wondering how a basketball player became a fashion icon in record time, well, that’s just Angel Reese for you. This season, the Chicago Sky’s forward has done more than break ankles on the court; she’s been breaking necks with her stunning fashion choices. She’s not just playing basketball, folks – she’s making us rethink our entire wardrobe.
At the Footwear News Achievement Awards, Reese didn’t just show up; she shone. Clad in a sleek, black ensemble that practically screamed “I’m too cool for your ordinary events,” she owned the red carpet like it was her personal runway. And for those who needed confirmation that she was, indeed, as cool as she looked – cue Rihanna.
That’s right. The global superstar met up with Reese at the event, and after a moment of camera flashes and glam, Rihanna took to social media to officially crown Reese as “the one.” You know, because why wouldn’t a legend like RiRi back up a legend-in-the-making like Reese? The one. Bold words. But when you’ve got a style so fierce that even the Met Gala and Victoria’s Secret want a piece of you, we’d say Rihanna’s not far off.
Of course, it wasn’t just the social media shoutout that made Reese’s night. She left the event with the highly coveted Style Influencer of the Year award, proving that while her basketball skills are undeniably impressive, it’s her fashion game that’s currently stealing the spotlight. Move over, Kardashians. It’s time to make room for the Reese dynasty.
And let’s not forget about her fanbase, which has grown exponentially over the last year. With Reese’s star power, it’s no surprise that we’re now seeing her at every high-profile event, rubbing elbows with the likes of Louis Vuitton, the Met Gala, and – obviously – the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show. The only thing she’s not attending is a ‘how-to-be-an-international-superstar’ seminar. Clearly, she’s been skipping that one because she’s already figured it out.
As for her rookie year in the WNBA, Reese may have had a season cut short by a pesky wrist injury, but she’s still one of the most talked-about names in basketball. So, if anyone was worried that she was going to take her foot off the gas after being named Style Influencer of the Year, think again. Reese is just getting started, and if Rihanna says she’s “the one,” who are we to argue?
So, here’s to Angel Reese – a true trailblazer both on the court and in the fashion world. With her unique blend of athleticism and glam, she’s got us all wondering, “Why didn’t I think of wearing that?” Keep shining, Angel, because the spotlight’s only getting brighter.
