Angel Reese has never been one to shy away from a bold style change. In fact, the Chicago Sky star has built a reputation that extends far beyond the court-blending her athletic prowess with a flair for fashion, beauty, and celebrity culture. That openness, however, comes with a price. The more she shares, the more the public feels entitled to weigh in-not just on her game, but on her looks, her personality, and her lifestyle.
The glam sparked whispers of a cosmetic glow-up
Recently sidelined with a back injury that’s kept her out of seven straight games, Reese found herself back in the spotlight for an entirely different reason. A video posted by her makeup artist showed the WNBA standout in full glam, looking so different that fans had to do a double take.
Between the flawless makeup, perfect lighting, and possible filters, the clip quickly ignited an online debate. Some insisted her new look was the product of subtle cosmetic touch-ups, while others chalked it up to expert contouring and camera tricks. The resemblance to rap superstar Megan Thee Stallion was so strong that many replayed the video multiple times just to confirm it was really her.
Adding fuel to the fire is the fact that Reese herself has previously acknowledged Megan as her celebrity look-alike-and the two are known to be friends. Reese has even been spotted as a special guest at the rapper’s concerts, making the uncanny likeness in this new video even more of a conversation starter.
Fans are split-makeup magic or more?
While Reese isn’t a stranger to change-and usually rocks it flawlessly-this latest appearance has raised eyebrows. Still, with so little time between her games and recovery, it’s unlikely she could have undergone any major surgical procedures without it showing. But as long as she remains off the court, the speculation will keep swirling.
The timing doesn’t help her critics, either. With just 13 games left in the season, the Sky are feeling the loss of her 14.2 points, 12.6 rebounds, 3.7 assists, and 1.5 steals per game. Without Reese, they’ve managed only one win in her absence. This week’s practices offered no relief for hopeful fans-Reese was spotted on the sidelines, watching rather than participating, leaving supporters anxious for her return and skeptics ready to stir the pot.
In the end, whether it’s makeup magic, a touch of enhancement, or simply a new camera angle, Angel Reese has once again proven she knows how to get people talking-on and off the court. And while her next game may still be in question, her presence, in any form, is impossible to ignore.
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