How Gigi Hadid Gave a Nod to BFF Taylor Swift During Victoria's Secret Fashion Show

Gigi Hadid paid tribute to Taylor Swift while walking the runway at the 2024 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show Oct. 15.

By Brahmjot Kaur Oct 15, 2024 11:34 PM
| Updated Oct 16, 2024 12:11 AM
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Gigi Hadid has a secret to reveal on the runway.

After all, the supermodel paid homage to close pal Taylor Swift while strutting down the catwalk at the 2024 Victoria's Secret Fashion Show Oct. 15.

Gigi kicked off the show by being raised from a platform under the catwalk, just like Taylor does when opening her Eras Tour show. The model even raised her arm and waved to the crowd, reminiscent of the singer during her Lover era. 

As one fan wrote on X, "Gigi Hadid doing Taylor Swift’s ICONIC 'OH HI' at the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show."

Donning a silky pink lingerie look and angel wings, Gigi also seemingly channeled her bestie while striking poses on the runway, before closing out her walk by being lowered under the stage once again, as Taylor does at the Eras Tour.

In fact, Gigi teased the concert-like moment just hours before the show.

"There's something on the runway tonight that is new for at least me on this runway," the 29-year-old told Entertainment Tonight ahead of the event. "There's an aspect to it that I was trained to do by Taylor on her tour. In one of her rehearsals, she was like, 'I'm going to show you how we do this.' And now I'm using it tonight."

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It's a special night for Victoria's Secret and Gigi as it's the first show from the lingerie brand in six years.

"After today's rehearsal, I can confirm that it will forever feel like a dream come true," she gushed on Instagram Oct. 14. "Looking back on some of my favorite VS show moments over the years and I'm so excited to do it again, with the most incredible, dedicated, creative VS Team & with so many women I love and some I grew up watching. It is an honor." 

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And it's especially exciting to walk alongside younger sister Bella Hadid for the first time since 2018. Gigi, who made her Victoria's Secret runway debut in 2015, previously gushed over the privilege and their sweet bond.

"It's honestly insane," she told E! News in 2018. "Being able to look across the room like this and see your family is a blessing. I feel like I get to have a piece of home with me. It's also great to be the first sisters in the VS show and that's really an honor for us. It's crazy but really fun for us."

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And she also expressed how she and Bella formed a loving connection with their fellow VS angels over the years.

"All of the girls are like sisters to me and sisters to us, and that's what's really fun about it," she added. "I think other girls see us and they maybe wish they had a sister, but me and Bella always are taking new sisters on a daily basis."

Now, keep reading to see all the models who dazzled at the 2024 Victoria's Secret Fashion Show.

Lisa

The Blackpink singer opened the show with a daring performance of "Rockstar."

Candice Swanepoel

The former Victoria's Secret Angel commanded the runway in a pair of wings bearing the brand's name.

Irina Shayk

She sported a starry train and bodysuit with mesh detailing.

Tyra Banks

The America's Next Top Model creator made her return to the catwalk after alomost 20 years.

Gigi Hadid

Gigi said she was channeling bestie Taylor Swift during her moment, appearing from a lifted platform under the stage.

Bella Hadid

After stepping away from modeling, Bella returned to the spotlight with a crimson-coated look.

Kate Moss

The fashion icon hit the runway for her first-ever VS appearance. 

Lila Moss

Kate Moss' daughter also made her Victoria's Secret Fashion Show debut.

Behati Prinsloo

She strutted her stuff in a black dress with a high slit.

Ashley Graham

The America's Next Top Model host was ready to be on top.

Adriana Lima

Plaid was in for the supermodel at the 2024 Victoria's Secret show.

Alessandra Ambrosio

It was time to embrace the Halloween spirit with a devilish winged style.

Barbara Palvin

With husband Dylan Sprouse in the crowd cheering her own, the model own the runway in a sheer gown and metallic wings.

Joan Smalls

There was nothing small about her dramatic entrance.

Liu Wen

Fifteen years after making history as the first Chinese woman to walk the Victoria's Secret Fashion show, the model made a stunning comeback on the catwalk.

Doutzen Kroes

The longtime Victoria's Secret Angel hit the runway before Cher went on to finish the show with a performance of "Believe."

Taylor Hill

Her outfit was completed with the brand's iconic pink and white stripe print.

Awar Odhiang

The vibrant pink look is sure to ruffle some feathers.

Vittoria Ceretti

Icy wings completed the angelic outfit.

Mika Schneider

The French model said "oui" to this pink look.

Valentina Sampaio

Her black lingerie was topped with a netted overlay.

Maty Fall

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Alex Consani

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Mayowa Nichlolas

Her silky wings accentuated the sleek style.

Grace Elizabeth

The former Victoria's Secret PINK model was thinking, well, pink with this getup.

Anok Yai

Anok spead her wings during her VS runway debut.

Imaan Hammam

She topped off her lingerie with a statement-making baby pink shawl. 

Blesnya Minher

This see-through outfit was sheer genius.

Devyn Garcia

Get wrapped up in the model's dreamy look.

Cher

The iconic singer proved she's going to keep turning back time with her fabulous fashions.

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