Online critics went after Elsa Hosk’s runway walk, and Gigi Hadid wasn’t about to let it slide. The model jumped into the comments to defend her friend after the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show.
Quick Facts
- Who: Gigi Hadid defending Elsa Hosk
- Event: The Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show
- Trigger: A viral clip of Hosk’s walk on the mirrored runway
- Hadid’s reaction: A blunt post calling out the criticism, which E! News says included the line “This really PMO”
- Source: E! News, with details from The News International
What Sparked the Backlash
It began with a Threads user criticizing Hosk’s walk at Sunday’s show, posting a clip of the 37-year-old on the mirrored runway. The clip spread quickly, and commenters piled on.
Gigi Hadid’s Response
Hadid took to social media to push back. She described Hosk as “stunning” and “strong,” and wrote that critics have “no clue.” She also explained what the wings involve behind the scenes: removing them reportedly takes three men.
The headline from The News International adds that Hadid shut down a comparison involving Gisele Bündchen’s runway walk, though the details of that exchange weren’t in the portion I could read.
Elsa Hosk Spoke Up Too
Hosk didn’t stay silent either. She addressed the criticism on Instagram Stories, saying it took three men to put the wings on her back. Her point: walking in oversized, heavy wings isn’t as simple as it looks on camera.
Why the Wings Matter
Victoria’s Secret wings are famous for their size and sparkle, and they’re built as showpieces rather than comfortable accessories. Hosk knows the drill better than most. She walked in the annual show from 2011 to 2018. That history makes the criticism of her walk especially jarring for fans who remember her as a runway regular.
Hadid Knows the Pressure
Hadid has been on the receiving end herself. Before her 2015 debut, she says she was criticized over her runway walk, her figure and the role nepotism may have played in her early career. She’s also returning to this year’s show, which may explain why she reacted so strongly on Hosk’s behalf.
What Fans Are Saying
Reaction splits two ways. Supporters say the wings alone make any walk a challenge, and they praise Hadid for backing a friend. Critics argue that a runway walk is fair game for review. Either way, the debate keeps Victoria’s Secret trending.
What to Watch Next
Fans should keep an eye out for more comments from Hadid or Hosk, other models weighing in on the wing weight, and any official response from Victoria’s Secret. We’ll update this story as it develops.
Sources: E! News, The News International