Rocking the iconic ‘Angel, wings, Gigi Hadid opened the 2024 Victoria’s Secret Fashion show as it made its triumphant return on Tuesday night.
Airing live on Amazon’s Prime Video, the iconic runway show was held at the Victoria’s Secret flagship store in New York City after a six-year hiatus.
The 2024 show also saw the return of Victoria’s Secret vets Alessandra Ambrosio, Tyra Banks and Adriana Lima as well as next generation icons Taylor Hill and Barbara Palvin.
Cher served as the night’s headlining performer along with Blackpink alum Lisa and rising star Tyla — marking the show’s first-ever, all-woman musical lineup.
Tyra Banks closed the show while Gigi’s younger sister Bella Hadid — who fans hailed as the ‘queen’ of the Victoria’s Secret runway — made a surprise cameo in head-to-toe red.
The show’s highly-anticipated revival comes three years after the lingerie brand’s controversial ‘woke’ body-positive rebrand in 2021.
Victoria’s Secret’s iconic Angels were replaced by ‘ambassadors’ like soccer star Megan Rapinoe and the company axed its longtime CEO in wake of falling sales and a bombshell expose that accused the company of misogyny, sexual harassment and bullying.
Rocking the iconic ‘Angel, wings, Gigi Hadid opened the 2024 Victoria’s Secret Fashion show as it made its triumphant return on Tuesday night
Airing live on Amazon’s Prime Video , the iconic runway show was held at the Victoria’s Secret flagship store in New York City after a six-year hiatus
Lisa kicked off the show with an ultra sexy performance of her hit Rockstar, which saw her ride into the venue on a motorcycle as models got hyped up backstage.
Surrounded by leather-clad dancers, the singer, 27, flashed her toned tummy in a black vinyl bra shaped like angel wings.
It was styled with a chainmail shrug and micro shorts.
Lisa’s delivered elaborate choreography under pink stage lights on the massive catwalk.
Gigi Hadid opened the legendary show — which first aired in 1995 — wearing pastel pink wings and a silky pink costume.
Her short blonde hair was tucked bind her ears, allowing her to show off her sparkly hoop earrings.
The model, 29, strutted her stuff to a fun mash-up of Chappell Roan’s hits Femininomenon and Charli XCX’s viral single 360.
Later, Gigi bared in all in a see-through red lace bodysuit and a red ruffled boa that rested in the crook of her arms,
The mother-of-one styled her racy outfit with pink heels that featured glittery butterfly wings on the ankles.
Coming out of six-year retirement, Adriana Lima made her highly-anticipated runway return on Tuesday night.
Gigi Hadid opened the legendary show — which first aired in 1995 — wearing pastel pink wings and a glittering pink costume
The model, 29, strutted her stuff to a fun mash-up of Chappell Roan’s hits Femininomenon and Charli XCX’s viral single 360
She wore heels decked out with pink rhinestones and straps that crawled up her toned calves
Gigi made her first Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show appearance in 2015
Gigi was clearly in her element on the runway
As Cher performed her hit track Believe, Gigi returned in a daring see-through red bodysuit and a boa
The look left very little to the imagination as she posed
She rocked pink heels with butterfly wings on the ankles
The glamorous blonde had the audience cheering
Coming out of six-year retirement, Adriana Lima, 43, made her highly-anticipated runway return on Tuesday night
Walking to the beat of Chappell Roan’s Super Graphic Ultra Modern Girl, the Brazilian beauty made jaws drop in a glittery pink and black plaid bodysuit and pink holographic wings
Her look also consisted of a skimpy sparkly black bra and thong underwear
Adriana retired from Victoria’s Secret in 2018 after a 20-year career with the brand
For her second look of the night, Adriana slipped into a red lace teddy
She had on red abstract wings covered in rhinestones that sparkled under the runway lights
She accessorized the red hot look with sky-high heels and earrings
Adriana flashed a peace sign at the cameras
After recently taking time off from modeling to focus on her Lyme disease battle, Bella Hadid looked better than ever as she strutted down the runway in spectacular all-red outfit
A busty bra and thong-style underwear allowed the 28-year-old to flaunt her chiseled abs
She wore a billowing red feather cloak that nearly consumed her slender 5foot11inch frame
The brunette beauty puckered up for the camera as she hit the end of the runway
Cher sang just feet away from Bella
As confetti rained down on the ladies upon the show’s close, sister Gigi and Bella proudly walked side-by-side down the runway
Tyra Banks, 50, closed the iconic runway show in a busty black corset covered in rhinestones
Banks served as a Victoria’s Secret Angel from 1997 to 2005
The catwalk queen exuded confidence
She wore a dramatic cloak and her hair was styled voluminously for the occasion in NYC
For the sexy ‘rock ‘n’ roll’ section of the show, legendary 90s supermodel Kate Moss served as the opener
The 50-year-old sizzled in black feather wings and a sheer, black lace dress over a skimpy bodysuit
Guitarist Orianthi played for the crowd as Kate walked
Also featured was Kate’s look-alike daughter Lila, 22, who made her Victoria’s Secret runway debut
She wore silver wings that spelled out her name as she confidently cruised down the catwalk in high-heels
She wore a pink push-up bra and matching underwear with a flirty fringe shrug
Alessandra Ambrosio brought the heat in her first Victoria’s Secret show in six years in sparkly gold wings and an ultra sexy black lingerie outfit
The mother-of-two, 43, oozed sex appeal in the revealing look that included the brand’s iconic bombshell push-up bra
Leonardo DiCaprio’s girlfriend Vittoria Ceretti, 26, wowed the crowd in a skimpy iridescent bodysuit that showcased her enviably flat tummy and endless legs
Vittoria returned towards the end of the show in a jaw-dropping red look
Taylor Hill dazzled in a crystal-covered bra and loose pants with wings covered in beaded tassels
Her barely-there top was styled with a pink Victoria’s Secret thong and the brand’s favorite pink and white stripe pajama bottoms
Gigi and Adriana’s section of the show also saw the return of Victoria’s Secret vet Doutzen Kroes
Walking to the beat of Chappell Roan’s Super Graphic Ultra Modern Girl, the Brazilian beauty made jaws drop in a glittery pink and black plaid bodysuit and pink holographic wings.
Her look also consisted of a skimpy sparkly black bra and thong underwear.
Her hair was worn in a high ponytail as she playfully blew a kiss at the camera.
Later, Adriana returned in a skimpy all-red outfit that featured a lace teddy, red wings and tie-wrap heels.
The show also saw the return of Victoria’s Secret vet Doutzen Kroes.
The 39-year-old looked angelic wearing silver metallic wings and a tiny pastel pink bra and panty set.
Taylor Hill dazzled in a crystal-covered bra and loose pants with wings covered in beaded tassels.
Her barely-there top was styled with a pink Victoria’s Secret thong and the brand’s favorite pink and white stripe pajama bottoms.
Next, Tyla graced the runway for her jaw-dropping performance. She was clad in an ultra busty silver and gold look with dramatic white feather wings.
Victoria’s Secret favorite Candice Swanepoel also made her long-awaited catwalk return.
The blonde beauty left very little to the imagination in a sparkly bra and thong underwear.
It was styled with wings that spelled out ‘Victoria’s Secret’ in elegant cursive lettering.
Kate Moss’ look-alike daughter Lila, 22, made her Victoria’s Secret debut alongside Candice and Leonardo DiCaprio’s model girlfriend Vittoria Ceretti.
Victoria’s Secret favorite Candice Swanepoel also made her long-awaited catwalk return
The blonde beauty left very little to the imagination in a sparkly bra and thong underwear
It was styled with wings that spelled out ‘Victoria’s Secret’ in elegant cursive lettering
Wearing a dramatic black mesh cloak covered in stars, Irina Shayk flaunted her sculpted abs and endless legs in a sheer black bodysuit
The mother-of-one flashed a beaming smile
Valentina Sampaio — Victoria’s Secret’s first transgender model — graced the runway in a G-string and a fishnet skirt
Instead of wings, the 27-year-old beauty wore a large black bow on her back
Victoria’s Secret first hired the Brazilian model in 2019
Adam Levine’s model wife Behati Prinsloo, 36 — who became an Angel back in 2009 — stunned onlookers in her own sexy all-black getup
She modeled a black slip dress with a sexy thigh-high slit, tie-wrap heels and unique silver chrome wings
Joan Smalls looked sensational while having legs for days in tiny black panties and bustier top
She wore epic black feather wings for her runway return
Barbara Palvin put on a busty display in a low-cut sparkly gown worn with silver chrome wings
Josephine Skriver, 31, put on a very cheeky display in a lace lilac thong
Ashley Graham, 36, showed off her incredible curves in a sexy all-black look during the edgier section of the show
She sported a black lace-up bodysuit with a matching mesh lace robe
Catwalk queen Eva Herzigová, 51, looked phenomenal in a sheer black lace bodysuit, a push-up bra and fringe heels
Putting an even sexier spin on Victoria’s Secret’s iconic silk pajamas, Anok Yai hit the runway in only a red pushup bra with a silk robe tied around the waist of her pajama bottoms
Vittoria wowed the crowd in a skimpy iridescent bodysuit that showcased her enviably flat tummy and endless legs.
The next section of the show had a sexy ‘rock ‘n’ roll’ theme that opened with legendary 90s supermodel Kate Moss.
The 50-year-old sizzled in black feather wings and a sheer, black lace dress over a skimpy bodysuit.
The blonde beauty smoldered as she made the long trek down the runway in sky-high heels.
Adam Levine’s model wife Behati Prinsloo, 36 — who became an Angel back in 2009 — stunned onlookers in her own sexy all-black getup.
She modeled a black slip dress with a sexy thigh-high slit, tie-wrap heels and unique silver chrome wings.
Wearing a dramatic black mesh cloak covered in stars, Irina Shayk flaunted her sculpted abs and endless legs in a sheer black bodysuit.
Joan Smalls looked sensational while having legs for days in tiny black underwear and epic black feather wings.
Valentina Sampaio — Victoria’s Secret’s first transgender model — graced the runway in a G-string and a fishnet skirt.
Alessandra Ambrosio brought the heat in her first Victoria’s Secret show in six years in sparkly gold wings and an ultra sexy black lingerie outfit.
The mother-of-two, 43, oozed sex appeal in the revealing look that included the brand’s iconic bombshell push-up bra.
Cher led the runway show’s first-ever all-woman lineup on Tuesday night
She kicked off her performance with her 1998 hit Strong Enough
She was surrounded by passionate backup dancers as she belted the song’s empowering lyrics
Cher also sang her beloved 1998 track Believe
For her performance, the 78-year-old sizzled in all-black
Lisa kicked off the show with an ultra sexy performance of her hit Rockstar, which saw her ride into the venue on a motorcycle as models got hyped up backstage
Surrounded by leather-clad dancers, the singer, 27, flashed her toned tummy in a black vinyl bra shaped like angel wings
It was styled with a chainmail shrug and micro shorts. Lisa’s delivered elaborate choreography under pink stage lights on the massive catwalk
Tyla graced the runway for her jaw-dropping performance
She was clad in an ultra busty silver and gold look
She rocked dramatic white feather wings
Tyla looked beyond runway-worthy
After taking time off from modeling to focus on her Lyme disease battle, Bella Hadid looked better than ever as she strutted down the runway in spectacular all-red outfit.
A busty bra and thong-style underwear allowed the 28-year-old to flaunt her chiseled abs.
She wore a billowing red feather cloak that nearly consumed her slender 5foot11inch frame.
Barbara Palvin, 31, put on a busty display in a low-cut sparkly gown worn with silver chrome wings as the Hungarian beauty returned to the catwalk on Tuesday night.
Ashley Graham, 36, showed off her incredible curves in a sexy all-black look during the edgier section of the show.
The Revlon mainstay sported a black lace-up bodysuit with a matching mesh lace robe.
Catwalk queen Eva Herzigová, 51, looked phenomenal in a sheer black lace bodysuit, a push-up bra and fringe heels.
Josephine Skriver, 31, put on a cheeky display in a sheer lilac lace thong as she twirled for those in the front row.
Jasmine Tookes, 33, dazzled in an angelic beaded blue look that featured white lace underwear and a balconette bra.
Hours before storming the 2024 catwalk, the models allowed cameras backstage as hairstylists and makeup artists transformed them from bare-faced beauties to full-glam vixens.
The iconic ’90s show announced it was returning in May after a four-year hiatus.
The fashion show was canceled in 2019 after dealing with bad ratings and a whole slew of wild controversies, and has since made an effort to become more inclusive.
TikTok star Alex Consani looked ethereal during her runway stint
Grace Elizabeth flaunted her sculpted legs in a feminine pink look that featured a lace bustier top
Isabeli Fontana made jaws drop in a gold feather jacket over a black lace bra and panties
He Cong stunned in a bedazzled bra and panty set styled with a glamorous feather cape
Devyn Garcia beamed with pride while showing off her curves in a rose-patterned bustier and sexy skirt
Blesnya Minher delivered Barbie glam in a see-through pink dress with fringe over a bedazzle bra and underwear
Sporting massive butterfly-esque wings decked out with colorful rhinestones, Vika Evseeva turned heads on the runway
Paloma Elsesser put on a red hot display in a cutout bodysuit with a large red bow on her back
Looking edgy chic, Sun Mizrahi wore a bedazzled motorcycle jacket over a purple push-up bra
Alaato Jazyp looked radiant in a sexy cage bra and beaded heels
Victoria’s Secret announced the major news with an Instagram post, promising the 2024 show would ‘reflect who we are today, plus everything you know and love—the glamour, runway, wings, musical entertainment.’
The popular early aughts mall brand previously returned with a ‘reimagined’ Victoria’s Secret World Tour Prime show in 2023 that was not well received – people called the show boring.
Many former fans watching at home called for the return of former Victoria’s Secret Angels like Gisele Bündchen, Heidi Klum, Molly Sims, Tyra Banks, Adriana Lima and more.
That was far from the biggest issue with the brand, as Victoria’s Secret has dealt with multiple controversies over the last few years.
In 2020, a bombshell report in The New York Times claimed that Victoria’s Secret owner Les Wexner mocked the retail industry’s efforts to champion women of different body types.
The Times interviewed more than 30 executives, employees, contractors and models, and looked at court filings to find a toxic culture of sexual harassment.
Employees said Wexner mocked the retail industry’s efforts to embrace a variety of body types by allegedly saying, ‘Nobody goes to a plastic surgeon and says, ‘Make me fat.’
Wexner was said to also berate employees about their weight, including fat shaming an employee for getting seconds at a buffet.
After the backlash, the lingerie company rebranded in an effort to appeal to Gen Z and named new brand ambassadors, including soccer player Megan Rapinoe and transgender model Valentina Sampaio.
Ahead of the 2024 show, fans flocked to to beg Victoria’s Secret to return to their glamorous roots.
Despite the brand’s assurances that this year’s show would ‘reflect who we are today, plus everything you know and love,’ one woman started a social media firestorm when she tweeted, ‘Victoria’s Secret fashion show is tomorrow and I hope they bring back THIS fashion show with the femininity, glamour, glitter and girl power! I don’t want to see none of that political woke stuff.’
Many people agreed, and the tweet on X (formerly Twitter) received more than 4,200 retweets.
‘And girl power! None of that woke stuff,’ someone else wrote.
However, some called her out in the comments, with one writing, ‘Y’all just want the skinny back LMAO,’ and others saying, ‘God I wish I could be this willfully ignorant LIKE.’
Hours before storming the 2024 catwalk, the models — including Gigi Hadid — allowed cameras backstage as hairstylists and makeup artists transformed them from bare-faced beauties to full-glam vixen
Victoria’s Secret veteran Alessandra Ambrosio — who last walked the show in 2018 — was seen backstage in the iconic pink and white robe
Adriana Lima — who returned to the Victoria’s Secret catwalk after a six-year retirement — caught up on her texts during her time in the hair and makeup chair
Plus-size model Ashley Graham looked sensational in a black strapless bra as her glam squad put the finishing touches on her hair and makeup
Others claimed that VS hasn’t been the same since Rihanna started Savage x Fenty lingerie and ‘stole the show’ with her own A-list approved runway which was much more inclusive.
Another critic tweeted, ‘tomorrow is Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show! It was canceled in 2019 for woke reasons, now they’re back. Always loved to watch it, as it shows what is possible. Nature is healing.’
On Reddit, many fashionistas were more concerned at the idea that famed VS Angels would be replaced by nepo babies and influencers.
‘I expect it to be a bunch of nepo babies clunking around in their underpants,’ one Reddit user declared.
On the same Reddit thread someone wrote, ‘I don’t see the point, tbh; their stuff is a lot lower quality than it used to be. I hope there won’t be any influencers walking.’
‘Sponsored by Ozempic,’ a commenter snarked, as another person agreed, ‘This is what I was thinking. They waited for the plus size models ‘trend’ to end and the show is coming back.’
