Supermodel Gigi Hadid is taking flight once again. Victoria’s Secret has officially confirmed that the 31-year-old fashion icon will walk in the Gigi Hadid Victoria Secret Fashion Show for 2026. The exciting announcement arrived alongside news that the famous lingerie spectacle is taking its wings to the West Coast, moving the high-profile event to Los Angeles, California, for the first time in nearly two decades.
The lingerie conglomerate revealed the location move through a viral social media video featuring Hadid, who channeled iconic pop culture by leaning out of a car window and calling out, “Get in, Angels, we’re going to L.A.!” before blowing a kiss to the camera.
The relocation marks the brand’s first runway production in Los Angeles since 2007. After holding the revived event in New York City over the past two years, moving the show to the “City of Angels” sets the stage for an extraordinary blend of Hollywood glamour, music performances, and high-fashion entertainment.
Hadid’s inclusion in the upcoming 2026 lineup makes her the first official model confirmed for this year’s cast. It also marks her third consecutive runway appearance since Victoria’s Secret brought back its annual fashion show format in 2024, where she dramatically opened the event in massive pink feather wings.
Overall, the upcoming Los Angeles spectacle will mark Hadid’s fifth time walking for the brand, having previously graced the runway in 2015, 2016, 2018, 2024, and 2025. Over the years, the Guest in Residence founder has frequently praised the unique camaraderie among the cast, describing the event as a massive celebration of sisterhood.
While Hadid leads the veteran supermodels returning to the catwalk, Victoria’s Secret is also preparing to introduce fresh talent. Earlier this year, the company held a nationwide open casting call across major cities to discover new runway stars, offering selected winners a spot on the 2026 stage and a professional contract with IMG Models.
With the location and lead star officially locked in, fashion enthusiasts are eagerly awaiting further announcements regarding the exact show date, musical performers, and additional returning Angels.
