Where are the 6 most iconic Victoria’s Secret Angels now? Tyra Banks was its first prominent Black model, Adriana Lima did the most shows, Gisele Bündchen wrote a book … but who married Snapchat’s CEO?
Wondering where the Victoria’s Secret Angels are now? Here’s an update on what they’re up to …
1. Adriana Lima
Holding the record for the most Victoria’s Secret shows, Adriana Lima, 42, officially became an Angel in 2000. She was known for her stunning presence in the brand’s annual fashion shows.
Lima parted ways with Victoria’s Secret in 2018 after considering the impact of her work on societal perceptions of body image and beauty standards, according to The List.
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2. Tyra Banks
A trailblazer in the modelling world, Tyra Banks, 50, was one of the first prominent African-American Victoria’s Secret Angels in 1995. Her tenure as an Angel lasted for a decade, ending in 2005, as she sought to explore new avenues and opportunities beyond modelling.
She has since become a television personality, hosting and producing the reality TV show America’s Next Top Model. She has also vocally supported the evolution of the fashion industry towards greater inclusivity and diversity, expressing excitement for Victoria’s Secret’s shift from Angels to the VS Collective, a diverse group championing positive change.
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3. Gisele Bündchen
She officially retired from the runway in 2015 after walking in the Colcci show during Sao Paulo Fashion Week. Since then, Bündchen has been involved in humanitarian and environmental work, driven by her passion to make a positive impact on the world. In her memoir, Lessons: My Path to a Meaningful Life, she shares her experiences and insights from her life and career.
4. Heidi Klum
In her post-Victoria’s Secret life, Klum has remained a significant figure in the fashion and entertainment industries. She cemented her authority in the industry as the host, judge and executive producer of Project Runway, and has since also served as a judge on other television shows like Germany’s Next Topmodel and Making the Cut.
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5. Miranda Kerr
6. Alessandra Ambrosio
Alessandra Ambrosio, 42, began her journey as a Victoria’s Secret Angel in 2005 and made a significant impact during her 12-year journey with the brand. She announced her retirement from Victoria’s Secret in 2017, marking the end of an illustrious chapter in her modelling career.
Since then, Ambrosio has pursued acting roles and made several television appearances. She also launched her own fashion and lifestyle brand, Ále by Alessandra, in collaboration with American retailer Cherokee, focusing on casual wear to formal attire for young women.
- Adriana Lima walked the runways most times for the brand – she retired in 2018, but made a comeback five years later as the face of its new perfume
- Miranda Kerr, the first Australian Angel, chose not to renew her contract due to her busy schedule, married Snapchat CEO Evan Spiegel, and has her own skincare line, Kora Organics