Tyra Banks returns to runway after 20 years, closes Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show 2024

Tyra Banks made a stunning comeback at the 2024 Victoria's Secret Fashion Show, closing the event.

Tyra Banks made a celebrated return to the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show on October 15, 2024, marking the brand’s first runway event since 2018. The iconic model, who retired from the runway nearly 20 years ago, helped close the show with a standout ensemble that blended futuristic and classic elements.

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Banks wore a black bedazzled bodysuit with a peekaboo bra and structured corset details, accentuated by silver geometric embellishments. Her look was completed with a dramatic metallic-print cape and sparkling strappy heels. As she walked the runway, confetti filled the air and fireworks lit up the venue.

The event, held at Brooklyn Navy Yard in New York City, saw Banks reunited with other high-profile models such as Gigi Hadid and Alessandra Ambrosio. Backstage, the atmosphere was lively as models prepared for their runway appearances, with Banks sharing playful moments with fellow models, capturing the camaraderie that has long defined the Victoria’s Secret experience.

Banks’ return to the runway after her last appearance in 2005, a year that solidified her legacy with the brand, was met with excitement from both fans and industry insiders. Since retiring from modeling, Banks has built a diverse career in television, acting, and producing. Her return to the Victoria’s Secret runway underscores her lasting influence in the fashion world.