WNBA star Angel Reese has deactivated her Instagram account following a wave of criticism over her New Year’s Eve outfit.
The 22-year-old WNBA sensation has shocked fans by mysteriously deleting her Instagram account, sparking widespread speculation about the reason behind her decision.
Known for her bold confidence on and off the court, Reese had fans buzzing when her handle, @angelreese5, suddenly vanished, leaving a message that the page may have been removed.
Although her Instagram is no longer active, Reese continues to engage with fans on her TikTok and X (formerly Twitter) accounts, keeping them updated as she prepares for the Unrivaled League in Miami this month.
But what led to her Instagram disappearing act?
The controversy stems from Reese’s New Year’s Eve outfit—a mocha-colored, animal-print cut-out dress with a plunging midsection, a high leg slit, and a tulle halter top.
The 6-foot-3 basketball sensation stunned in the mocha-hued, animal print, full-length gown adorned with ruffled details and an extremely high slit up the leg.
However, what truly caught the attention of fans was the bold cut design of the figure-hugging dress, which featured a cut-out midsection that dipped below her belly button and was delicately secured across the chest by a thin brown string.
In one clip, Reese confidently lip-synced to YFN Lucci’s “Date Night,” a song with lyrics like, “She shaped like a coke bottle made of glass.” In another, she rapped Nicki Minaj’s fiery verse from Trey Songz’s “Touchin’ Lovin’.”
While many fans applauded Reese for her bold fashion choice, hailing her as a style icon, others were not as supportive. Critics took to social media, accusing her of dressing provocatively for attention and inviting unwanted, sexualized comments. The backlash escalated quickly, with some users voicing their disapproval of what they deemed an overly revealing outfit.
The harsh criticism appeared to weigh heavily on Reese, who ultimately removed her Instagram account. Although Reese has not publicly addressed the matter, her sudden departure from the platform has divided fans.
Supporters of the basketball star rallied to her defense, highlighting her right to express herself freely without fear of judgment. “She’s grown, successful, and fabulous. Let her live her life!” one fan wrote on X. Others criticized the double standard faced by women in sports, arguing that male athletes rarely face such scrutiny for their fashion choices.
