Kylie Jenner has sparked a heated debate following her surprise debut at the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show, where she appeared in the brand’s legendary Fantasy Bra, reportedly valued at $50 million.
The 29-year-old beauty mogul and reality television star walked the runway wearing the famous angel wings, marking an unexpected new chapter in her career.
Her appearance was made even more memorable by the presence of her boyfriend, Hollywood actor Timothée Chalamet, who attended the event to support her. Kylie’s mother, Kris Jenner, and her partner were also reportedly among the audience.
However, while Kylie enjoyed her moment on the catwalk, her participation quickly became a controversial topic on social media.
Many viewers criticized Victoria’s Secret for choosing a celebrity influencer for such a prestigious runway appearance, arguing that professional models spend years working toward the opportunity to earn their wings.
Some commenters accused the brand of prioritizing fame, wealth and family connections over modeling experience. Others questioned why Kylie had been given the iconic Fantasy Bra when established runway models had reportedly faced repeated rejections.
The criticism comes amid a wider controversy surrounding Victoria’s Secret and its casting decisions.
Before the show, longtime angel Romee Strijd publicly claimed that she had been rejected from the event at the last minute. Other models subsequently shared similar experiences, prompting online discussions about the brand’s changing priorities.
Some social media users even called for a boycott, accusing Victoria’s Secret of replacing experienced supermodels with influencers and children of famous families.
Despite the controversy, the show featured an impressive lineup of established fashion stars, including Adriana Lima, Irina Shayk, Alessandra Ambrosio, Doutzen Kroes and Candice Swanepoel.
Rosie Huntington-Whiteley also made a highly anticipated return to the Victoria’s Secret runway after a 16-year absence.
Other participants included Barbara Palvin, who reportedly welcomed her first child six weeks earlier, along with sisters Gigi and Bella Hadid and Jude Law’s daughter Iris.
While the runway was filled with familiar faces, Kylie’s unexpected debut became one of the evening’s most discussed moments.
With Timothée Chalamet cheering her on from the audience and social media divided over her appearance, Jenner’s first Victoria’s Secret show has generated attention far beyond the fashion world.
