Angel Reese’s star power continues to rise after completing her first full WNBA season and the goal of meeting global superstar Rihanna for the first time at the 38th annual Footwear News Achievement Awards in New York City.
The ‘We Found Love’ hitmaker and entrepreneur locked eyes with Reese at the event and pointed her way with a smile, saying, “This one.” For WNBA fans, the point showed a sign of admiration from one icon to another. Reese didn’t even try to hold back her excitement. “I love you,” Reese repeatedly told Rihanna before making her big pitch. “I want to work with you one day,” she added.
Without hesitation, Rihanna responded with a simple yet definitive, “Let’s do it.” Reese reacted as if she had completed a childhood dream, and her fans now wonder what the two stars could create together. Reese collaborating with Rihanna could happen in several different ways, as her influence extends far beyond her music career. She’s a tycoon in the beauty and fashion industries through her Fenty Beauty cosmetics line and Savage X Fenty lingerie brand.
For Reese, a self-proclaimed fashion and beauty enthusiast, teaming up with Rihanna seems like a natural fit. During an Instagram Live session last August, Reese discussed her favorite beauty products, including Fenty’s lip products, which she received as part of a promotional package. “Fenty sent me a bunch of the new lip [products],” she revealed, expressing a clear interest in working with the brand.
Rihanna’s businesses are known for championing diversity and inclusivity, which align perfectly with Reese’s ‘Unapologetic’ nature on and off the court. Whether through modeling for Savage X Fenty, featuring in Fenty Beauty campaigns or even co-hosting an event during WNBA All-Star Weekend, the two have several ways to connect.
Rihanna’s involvement with the WNBA and the world of sports was present last year when her Fenty Hair brand collaborated with the league for an All-Star Weekend party that brought together players, celebrities, and influencers.
Beyond cosmetics and fashion, Reese’s personality and platforms align with Rihanna’s vision for breaking barriers and empowering women, especially women of color. For now, fans are left speculating what the “Let’s do it” could mean.
Whether it’s a photo campaign, a product line, or a music video appearance, the possibility of Reese and Rihanna working together is a testament to her rising influence and her part in the massive WNBA growth last season. As one of the most popular players in the league, Rihanna’s backing could lead to further opportunities with more players in the future.
