An angel has returned home.
As supermodel Bella Hadid graced the stage at the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show on Oct. 15, she emphasized her return to the fashion world, a welcomed homecoming that followed her two-year break from the runway.
While Cher sang her hit song "Believe," Bella strutted down the Victoria’s Secret runway sporting a red two-piece underwear set and draped in a large crimson and black cloak with a billowing train. She paired the look with red strappy heels and her signature brunette hair straightened into a sleek bob.
Her return to the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show—which itself is making its first appearance since 2018—arrived as she’s eased back into the fashion world. In September, she appeared at the Saint Laurent Womenswear Spring-Summer 2025 show as part of Paris Fashion Week. The outing marked her first official runway appearance since October 2022.
For the show, the 28-year-old sported an oversized black suit, white button-down and tie paired with black-rimmed sunglasses and a sleek bun hairdo.
And while Bella has always put her heart and soul into her runway appearances, she took some much-needed distance from the fashion industry, a world she felt wasn’t returning the favor.
"After 10 years of modeling," Bella told Allure in an interview published April 30, "I realized I was putting so much energy and love and effort into something that, in the long run, wasn't necessarily giving it back to me."
But Bella is no stranger to taking a break from fashion when she feels it’s necessary, notably pausing her relationship with Victoria’s Secret in 2020 following allegations—some of which were made by Bella—of sexual harassment and bullying from Ed Razek, the company's former brand officer.
However, in December 2021 it was announced that Bella had decided to reteam with the fashion brand.
"What magnetized me to coming back was them coming to me and really proving to me that, behind the scenes, Victoria's Secret has changed so drastically," she told Marie Claire the same day as the return announcement. "There was a type of way that, I think, a lot of us women who used to work with Victoria's Secret felt. And now, six of the seven [VS] board members are all female. And there's new photoshoot protocols that we have. So a lot has changed."
Bella isn’t the only former Angel to make her return to the VS runway. Keep reading for a full look at all the stars who showed up and showed out.
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
Prepare to fall in love with the Senegal native's runway look.
Alex Consani
POV: The TikToker at her first Victoria's Secret Fashion Show.
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.