Angel Reese Stuns At Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue Party

Angel Reese certainly served Bayou Bawwwdy at the 2023 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue official launch party at the Hard Rock Hotel in New York City.

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Once again, Sports Illustrated Swimsuit brought out all the baddies to celebrate the new 2023 edition on May 18.

Angel popped out while securing the Fashion Nova bag.

The new NCAA women’s basketball champion posed with gymnast Olivia Dunne. The two LSU stars made history as the first college athletes featured in SI’s illustrious swimsuit issue.

Sports Illustrated Swimsuit 2023 Issue Release Party at Hard Rock Hotel New York

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According to People, the Bayou Barbie was nervous about trading in her Tigers uniform for a thong swimsuit. Angel thanked the SI team for helping her ease into her model era.

“I had on thong bathing suits and I didn’t think I was going to be comfortable, but [everyone] made me feel really comfortable,” said Angel, who’s already cozy in her skin.

“I work out a lot. I embrace my body and who I am and every mark on my body. I probably feel the sexiest in a bathing suit.”

The booked and busy basketball star reflected on her rise to fame this year. She said this year, which made her one of the highest-earning college players, “has been a blessing.” She earned $1.3 million as the face of brands like Coach, Amazon, and Mcdonald’s.

“Having so many people come back to me and say, ‘You guys have changed the game. You guys have been a part of history,’ I embraced that,” she said.

“Just being able to be a part of this has just been amazing for me this year, and it’s been a blessing.”