Published: October 14, 2026 Last Updated 41 minutes ago by Esther Ejoh
Following years of change, controversy, and a notable return, the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show is back on a larger scale in 2026.
On Sunday, October 18, 2026, the iconic runway show returns to Los Angeles for the first time since 2007, offering renewed glamour, star power, and a modern approach to the brand’s signature style.
Fans can expect dramatic production, celebrity performances, and new storylines alongside the evolving cast.
When and Where Is the 2026 Show?
The Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show 2026 will be held on Sunday, October 18, 2026, in Los Angeles. The live stream starts at 4:30 p.m. PT / 7:30 p.m. ET.
While the exact venue is yet to be announced, the move to Los Angeles follows two consecutive New York editions after the 2024 revival.
Photo: Getty Images Creative leadership describes the 2026 production as “Fandemonium,” aiming for a larger scale that captures West Coast energy and broader “American dream” themes.
The move also addresses logistical needs, as organizers required a venue that could support the expanded production.
How to Watch Live
No cable subscription or paid streaming service is required.
The Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show 2026 will stream live and free on the official Victoria’s Secret YouTube channel, as well as the brand’s Instagram and TikTok accounts.
Photo: Getty Images This multi-platform approach maintains the accessibility that broadened the show’s audience after its hiatus.
Pink-carpet or pre-show coverage may also be available on these channels earlier in the evening.
Musical Performers: An All-Women Lineup
True to recent editions, the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show 2026 features an all-female musical roster. Confirmed performers are:
Katseye
Tate McRae
Megan Moroney
The lineup combines emerging global pop and K-pop artists with established hip-hop and country performers.
Megan Thee Stallion has expressed excitement about “getting her wings,” while other artists have shared their anticipation on social media.
In recent shows, some performers have also walked the runway as honorary Angels, so viewers can expect potential crossover moments.
Who’s Walking the Runway?
The model cast features returning Angels, established veterans, and new faces who reflect the brand’s commitment to greater diversity and inclusivity. Confirmed participants include:
Adriana Lima
Candice Swanepoel
Ashley Graham
Paloma Elsesser
Imaan Hammam
Abby Champion
Alex Consani
Devyn Garcia
Photo: Getty Images Additional reports and brand updates have linked Elsa Hosk, Grace Elizabeth, Joan Smalls, Liu Wen, Precious Lee, and Amelia Gray to the show.
Gigi Hadid’s return was announced with a video inviting fans to “get in, Angels, we’re going to L.A.” More participants are expected to be announced as the brand continues to release the roster in stages.
A major highlight will be the introduction of a new Angel. Earlier in 2026, Victoria’s Secret held open casting calls in several U.S. cities. The process is documented in the YouTube series Angels Among Us, which follows aspiring models through auditions, training, fittings, and eliminations.
The winner will receive an IMG Models contract and debut on the runway during the October 18 show.
Casting Controversy and Fan Reaction
Not all former participants were selected. Former Angel Romee Strijd, who walked the show from 2014 to 2018, shared on TikTok that she spent weeks on a “maybe” list during a lengthy casting process.
She was ultimately told she would not participate and received feedback that she “wouldn’t fit in the show this year.”
Strijd expressed disappointment with the communication and stated she does not plan to audition again, choosing to preserve positive memories of her previous Angel years.
Another former model, Frida Aasen, also confirmed she was not selected.
The news prompted significant online debate. Some fans criticized the brand for prioritizing influencers, social-media personalities, and “nepo babies” (models with well-known celebrity parents) over longtime Angels.
Photo: Getty Images
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Esther Ejoh is a Fashion Editor at Fashion Police Nigeria, where she writes all things fashion, beauty, and celebrity style, with a sharp eye and an even sharper pen. She’s the girl who’ll break down a Met Gala look one minute, rave about a Nigerian beauty brand the next, and still find time to binge a movie or get lost in a novel. Style, storytelling, and self-care? That’s her holy trinity.
