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Where are the famous Victoria's Secret angels now?

Have you ever wondered what life is like for the famous Victoria's Secret angels after they left the catwalk?

Victoria's Secret's glamorous collections and classy shows have become an inspiration for millions of fans around the world. It not only spreads the charm of the angels' hot looks, but also promotes the spirit of confidence, strength and feminism.

Models walk the runway during the Victoria's Secret fashion show in New York, 2013. Photo: AP

In recent years, Victoria's Secret has made notable moves towards becoming more inclusive and diverse in its approach to the market. However, the legacy of the Victoria's Secret "Angles" still holds a very special and irreplaceable place in the brand's history.

Wondering what life is like for Victoria's Secret's famous angels now? Stay up to date with their latest news!

1. Adriana Lima

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Adriana Lima leaves Victoria's Secret over concerns about society's perception of women's bodies. Photo: Getty Images

Brazilian supermodel Adriana Lima has been an irreplaceable icon for Victoria's Secret for the past two decades. Holding a record for the number of appearances in the brand's annual fashion shows, she was officially named a Victoria's Secret Angel in 2000, marking her long-term association with the brand.

However, in 2018, according to The List, Lima officially parted ways with Victoria's Secret after taking a hard look at the impact modeling has on society's perceptions of body image and beauty standards — an issue that has received increasing attention in recent years.

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Adriana Lima retired from Victoria's Secret in 2018 but returned in 2023 as the face of the brand's new fragrance. Photo: @adrianalima
Since then, Adriana Lima has continued to try her hand at various roles. In 2023, she rejoined Victoria's Secret as the face of the Heavenly Eau de Parfum campaign. In addition, the Brazilian model became FIFA's first global fan ambassador.

2. Tyra Banks

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Tyra Banks is Victoria's Secret's first black model. Photo: @tyrabanks

Tyra Banks, 50, was one of the first prominent African-American Victoria's Secret Angels in 1995. Tyra's Angel tenure lasted a decade, ending in 2005, when she decided to branch out into new roles beyond modeling.

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Tyra Banks turns to TV stardom. Photo: @tyrabanks

Since leaving Victoria's Secret, Tyra Banks has focused on becoming an all-star, taking on multiple roles as host and producer of the reality TV show "America's Next Top Model." Tyra has always been a vocal advocate for the fashion industry to become more inclusive and diverse. She recently expressed her excitement about Victoria's Secret's transition from its traditional Angel image to the VS Collective - a group of artists, athletes, models and influencers. These changes are intended to help the brand reinvent its image and position itself more in line with modern trends.

3. Gisele Bundchen

Gisele Bündchen walks the runway during the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show in Cannes, France, in 2000. Photo: Getty Images
Gisele Bündchen, 43, was a Victoria's Secret Angel from 1999 to 2006. However, after many years of modelling lingerie, Gisele Bündchen decided to stop. According to the fashion news site StyleCaster, Gisele's decision was partly influenced by the growing prejudice surrounding lingerie modelling. At the same time, she also wanted to focus on developing other aspects of her life and career.
Gisele Bündchen retired from the catwalk in 2015, then began writing a memoir and becoming an environmental activist. Photo: @gisele/Instagram

She officially retired from the catwalk in 2015, after her last walk in the Colcci show at Sao Paulo Fashion Week.

Since then, Bündchen has been actively involved in philanthropy and environmental protection, driven by a passion for making a positive impact on the world. In her memoir, Lessons: The Path to a Meaningful Life, she shares her experiences and insights from her career and personal journey.

4. Heidi Klum

Heidi Klum at the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show in New York, 2003. Photo: Getty Images
Heidi Klum, 50, became a Victoria's Secret Angel in the late 1990s and worked with the brand for 13 years. The model's career with Victoria's Secret has been marked by many notable moments, including walking the runway while pregnant.
Heidi Klum arrives at the 81st annual Golden Globe Awards in Beverly Hills, California, on January 7. Photo: EPA-EFE

Post-Victoria's Secret, Klum remains a force in the fashion and entertainment industries. The former model has cemented her power in the industry as a host, judge, and executive producer of Project Runway , and has also served as a judge on other television shows such as Germany's Next Topmodel and Making the Cut .

5. Miranda Kerr

Miranda Kerr is Victoria's Secret's first Australian angel. Photo: Getty Images
Miranda Kerr, 40, became the first Australian Victoria's Secret Angel in 2007. According to Business Insider, in 2013, Kerr decided not to renew her contract with Victoria's Secret, citing her busy personal schedule.
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Miranda Kerr married Snapchat CEO Evan Spiegel and launched her own skincare line. Photo: @mirandakerr
After giving up her Angel wings, Kerr married Snapchat CEO Evan Spiegel in 2017. Since then, the couple has welcomed two little angels together, opening a new chapter of family happiness.

Along with her family, Miranda Kerr has also worked tirelessly to realize her business ambitions. Most notably, she expanded her organic skincare brand Kora Organics to the US market in 2017. With the philosophy of "living green, living healthy", Kora Organics has become a popular brand, contributing to affirming supermodel Miranda Kerr's business talent and vision.

6. Alessandra Ambrosio

Alessandra Ambrosio walks the runway at the annual Victoria's Secret fashion show in London, 2014. Photo: Getty Images

Alessandra Ambrosio, 42, started working with Victoria's Secret in 2005. During her 12 years with the brand, the model has built a significant position and influence in the fashion industry. After 12 years of working with the brand, Alessandra said goodbye to Victoria's Secret in 2017.

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After leaving the catwalk, Alessandra Ambrosio turned to acting and launched her own fashion brand. Photo: @alessandraambrosio

Since then, Ambrosio has pursued an acting career and made numerous television appearances. At the same time, Ambrosio has also founded her own fashion and lifestyle brand, Ále by Alessandra. In partnership with American retailer Cherokee, the brand focuses on providing everyday fashion designs for young women.

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