Chicago Sky star Angel Reese has sent the basketball community and social media into a frenzy after she responded to criticism of her appearance. In the latest episode of the Unapologetically Angel podcast, Reese made it clear that her focus on makeup and clothing has not affected her ability to play professionally, and revealed that she has been questioned by her peers and fans because of her beauty.
“I’m tired of having to prove that just because I’m pretty doesn’t mean I’m not serious about basketball. I’m not going to let anyone define me,” Reese said, surprising many with her determination.
Sources close to Reese revealed that, next season, she will minimize her basketball content on social media, instead focusing on self-care and personal projects, which many believe could cause her to “miss the spotlight” on the court. However, she herself sees this as a strategic move to maintain her independence and control over her image, while sending a strong message that beauty and talent are not opposites.
The online community immediately reacted fiercely: some fans supported Reese, while many were curious about the “untold secrets” behind the criticism, causing the hashtag #UnapologeticallyAngel to spread strongly on X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram.
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