Angel Reese is stepping into a whole new spotlight, and this time it’s not on the hardwood. The Chicago Sky rookie shared that she will appear alongside Idris Elba in an upcoming disaster film, leaving fans buzzing about her growing list of off-court ventures.
Angel Reese (left) and Idris Elba (right). Photo credits: Imagn
“Stay Tuned
” – Angel Reese wrote in her post.
The news quickly went viral, as supporters highlighted how rare it is for an active player to land such a high-profile entertainment project. Many saw it as a sign of how marketable Reese has become in such a short time. Her personality, paired with her undeniable presence, has made her one of the most recognizable faces in the WNBA.
Die-hards are gonna be after the tickets as soon as they come out (of course, in jest). If they’ll take anything from Angel Reese with an AR brand in it, it’ll be flying off shelves, or in this case, the seats would be. Again, her multi-dimensional approach to her branding puts her hand in so many cookie jars that the AR could make it’s way no matter which path it takes, even ones outside basketball. But going back to the court, her reach has its pull and it all goes back to the sport that she’s loved.
Idris Elba is highly regarded in his field, and Angel Reese taking notes could mean that she’s down for any opportunity in front of the camera. And if her boldness on the court is any sign, this won’t be the last time her name appears on a movie poster.
While her movie role grabbed headlines, Angel Reese is also making waves in the fashion and sneaker world. This fall, she’ll be connected to one of Reebok’s most anticipated launches of the year.
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Reebok and Angel Reese would be quite a pair as the Reebok brand, one that tries to stand out in basketball apparel, paints a picture that the Bayou Barbie could see herself in. And this connection, in turn, has turned heads. And these heads want those rubbers. Angle Reese’s impactful play and strong rebounding ability shows the energy that befits a Reebok.
Supporters have pointed out that this is another sign of her building a strong presence off the court. Angel Reese has already partnered with major brands, but the sneaker market opens another lane for her to connect with younger fans.
In many ways, the timing could not be better. Reese’s visibility is at an all-time high, and being tied to a product drop like the Reebok Engine is proof that her influence isn’t just limited to basketball.
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