The Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show returned to New York City this week, and four powerhouse performers, Madison Beer, Karol G, Missy Elliott, and TWICE, proved that the runway isn’t the only thing worth watching. The night pulsed with sound and unapologetic confidence as models strutted on the runway.
Missy Elliott Brings the Heat
Missy Elliott made her Victoria’s Secret debut with a show-stopping medley that reminded everyone why she’s a music icon. The Grammy-winning rapper closed the night with high-octane renditions of “Lose Control,” “Get Ur Freak On,” and “Work It,” transforming the runway into a full-scale dance party.
Dressed in a black, silver-embellished ensemble with balloon sleeves and sleek pants, Elliott matched her team of dancers move for move. Their harlequin prints and metallic bodysuits shimmered beneath the stage lights, creating a kinetic, futuristic energy that only Missy could command.
The performance followed her viral Coachella appearance earlier this year, reinforcing her unmatched legacy as one of the few women in rap consistently redefining what a headline performance can look like.
Karol G Redefines the Modern Angel
Karol G, the Colombian superstar behind global hits like “Provenza,” became the first artist from her country to don the Victoria’s Secret wings. Her entrance was more than a fashion moment, it was cultural history.
Stepping out in a ruby-red lace bodysuit adorned with crystals and paired with feathered wings, Karol embodied a new kind of Angel: fierce, proud, and rooted in her heritage. The word LATINA blazed across the stage as she performed “Ivonny Bonita,” a sultry, bachata-infused track from her latest album Tropicoqueta.
Karol’s set turned the runway into a celebration of Latina power and global pop dominance, bridging glamour with authenticity in a way few have before.
TWICE Bring K-pop Perfection
K-pop’s reigning girl group TWICE brought their signature charm and polish to the catwalk, proving once again why they’re one of the most influential acts in pop. Members Nayeon, Jihyo, Tzuyu, and Momo took center stage for an upbeat performance of their hits “This Is For” and “Strategy.”
Clad in matching baby pink miniskirts and fur-trimmed boots, the group balanced bubblegum fun with sharp precision. Behind them, dancers in Pink-branded loungewear mirrored their choreography, amplifying the joyful, kinetic energy that has made TWICE a global sensation.
Since their 2015 debut, TWICE has sold over 20 million albums across Asia and become the first K-pop girl group to top Billboard’s Top Album Sales chart with an EP, a record that underscores their international impact.
Madison Beer Makes a Glamorous Entrance
Before a single model hit the runway, Madison Beer had already claimed her moment. The pop star performed fresh material from her latest era, seamlessly blending cinematic vocals with sultry stage presence.
Beer’s appearance followed a string of buzzworthy headlines about her relationship with Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert, but on this night, the spotlight was all her own. Under shimmering lights, she delivered an emotional, vocally charged set that balanced vulnerability and star power.
