Model Avary Hutzelman didn’t hold back at the 2025 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show, unleashing a storm of criticism that immediately went viral. With no chill whatsoever, Avary called out athletes and influencers taking center stage on the runway, targeting WNBA star Angel Reese, gymnast Suni Lee, and social media influencer Quenlin Blackwell. Her comments set off a firestorm online, sparking debates about fairness, inclusivity, and the true meaning of the iconic runway.

Speaking candidly, Avary emphasized her years of experience in the modeling industry: “Just because you have a pretty face does not mean you should be walking the Victoria’s Secret runway. I’ve been modeling for almost four years, I’ve done New York Fashion Week twice. So, I think I’m allowed to say whatever I want about last night’s Victoria’s Secret Show.” She argued that runway modeling should reward those who have worked tirelessly to build their careers, not individuals who gained fame in unrelated fields.

Avary didn’t mince words when questioning why athletes and influencers were given opportunities over professional models. “No one would let a model play in the WNBA championship. No one would let a model go compete for Olympic gold. So, my question for you, DM casting, why are we letting Angel Reese and Suni Lee walk the Victoria’s Secret runway? What gets even worse is letting influencers walk the runway. I do not care how beautiful you are. If we are calling this the Super Bowl of Fashion — because that’s practically what it is — you can’t just let anyone on the field.”

Her critique went deeper into the notion of fairness and hard work. Avary highlighted the sacrifices made by professional models to reach this stage: “No matter how silly it seems, it is so beyond unfair to the girls who have worked their butts off. To get to the Victoria’s Secret casting — thinking that they could possibly be casted — signed models — who have dreamed of becoming a Victoria’s Secret Angel — [are having] their spots are given to influencers and athletes. I am so sick and tired of the inclusivity bullsh*t. Let modeling be its own thing.”

While she praised some of the individuals involved personally, she still criticized their presence on the runway: “I love Quenlin Blackwell. Her videos kill me. I love her so much. [But,] get her off. Get her off. Why is she walking for Victoria’s Secret?” Avary made it clear that her frustration isn’t personal but rooted in her passion for modeling and the integrity of the industry. “This entire year I have felt so uninspired as a model in the modeling world. It is so oversaturated and this Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show just proved my point exactly. It’s too oversaturated,” she added.

The fiery comments immediately sparked debate online, with fans divided between those defending Avary’s stance and those applauding Reese, Lee, and Blackwell for breaking boundaries and representing athletes and influencers on such a prestigious platform. Avary also hinted that she will release two more videos — one highlighting what she liked about the show and another addressing what disappointed her — keeping the conversation alive and ensuring that her opinion continues to dominate social media chatter.

Avary Hutzelman’s candid outburst at the 2025 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show has reignited questions about tradition versus modernity in the modeling world, the balance of inclusivity, and whether fame from outside the fashion industry should translate into runway opportunities. Her words are sparking heated debates that aren’t likely to die down anytime soon.