🚨 Breaking News: Angel Reese Issues Ultimatum to American Eagle Over Sydney Sweeney Campaign

In a stunning turn of events, WNBA star Angel Reese has taken a hard stance against American Eagle’s latest ad campaign featuring actress Sydney Sweeney. The basketball sensation has publicly delivered a clear ultimatum to the brand and its executives: **“Either her or me.”

Reese expressed outrage over the campaign images, calling them offensive and deeply out of touch with cultural values. According to her statement, if American Eagle refuses to remove the photos, she will **permanently cut ties with the brand, reject any future offers, and even leave America for good.

This bold move has sent shockwaves across both the sports and fashion industries. Reese, one of the most influential young athletes in the U.S., has built a reputation not only for her dominance on the court but also for her willingness to speak out against issues she feels strongly about. Her words carry weight, and the ultimatum has already sparked heated debates online.

Supporters of Reese are rallying behind her, praising her courage to stand up for what she believes in. Others, however, argue that the campaign reflects artistic expression and should not be censored. American Eagle has not yet issued an official response, but pressure is mounting as the controversy grows by the hour.

As this story develops, all eyes remain on whether the clothing giant will bow to Reese’s demands—or risk losing one of the most high-profile figures in women’s basketball.

Chicago Sky Make Angel Reese Gesture Before Golden State Valkyries Game

The Chicago Sky honored star forward Angel Reese before Friday’s game against the Golden State Valkyries.

Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese (5) at Target Center. / Brad Rempel-Imagn Images

Chicago Sky star forward Angel Reese is still working on her return from a back injury that has kept her out of the last six games. Still, the Sky found a way to honor their superstar ahead of Friday’s game against the Golden State Valkyrie at the Wintrust Arena.

On Friday morning, Reese announced the release date for her signature Angel 1 Reebok sneaker, which will drop on September 18. This announcement continues what has been a dream summer for the “Chi Town Barbie” that also saw her land the cover of NBA 2K26’s WNBA edition and make several other big moves off the court.

The 22-year-old two-time WNBA All-Star had been playing some of the best basketball of her young career before she was forced to sit out due to injury. Reese had recorded 13 double-doubles in the 14 games before she injured her back, including a season-best 24-point, 16-rebound performance in a 92-85 win over the Los Angeles Sparks in late June.

Chicago Sky Honor Angel Reese With T-Shirt Giveaway

In support of Thursday’s important announcement regarding the Angel 1 signature shoe, the Chicago Sky are giving out special Angel 1 Reebok shirts to fans before Friday’s home game against Golden State Valkyries.The shirt features Reese’s jewelry-adorned hands holding up a pink Reebok basketball as if it were some sort of glowing orb. It also features her signature Reebok logo and the words “Angel Reese 1” in alternating pink and black text, as well as what appears to be her signature on the sleeve. All in all, it’s quite a fitting design.

“My personality is me being unapologetically myself—that’s what the shoes are as well: unapologetic,” Reese told Elle Magazine about the sneaker. “The versatility of being able to wear the shoes on and off the court was the most important thing to me.

“I really wanted to have a shoe that I can wear on the court, but also in the tunnel ‘fits, fashion moments, events, and big things. I have a lot of great friends that also can wear the shoes for their events and music videos, and that’s what I thought about too when I started creating the shoe.”