Kendall Jenner Skips 2025 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show Amid Career Shift

Brooklyn, New York — The Victoria's Secret Fashion Show returned on October 15, 2025, but supermodel Kendall Jenner was notably absent from the runway and audience. Jenner, who made her debut at the show in 2015, has not publicly explained her decision to miss this year’s event.

Recently, Jenner hinted that she may be shifting her focus from modeling to home design. She stated, “I swear to God, I’m going to stop everything and just design homes,” suggesting that modeling may no longer be her primary career focus.

The 29-year-old attended a brand event in Texas just days before the show, where she was seen at a “Tailgate with 818” party on October 11. Though her absence was unexpected, it is not the first time she has skipped the Victoria’s Secret runway; she last appeared in 2019 and missed the previous year’s revival show as well.

During an interview in 2019, Jenner disclosed her struggles with pre-show anxiety, noting, “I used to get really nervous during fashion shows.” Despite her past challenges on the runway, she participated in L’Oréal’s Le Défilé: A Celebration of Women’s Empowerment on September 29, 2025, where she expressed excitement about connecting with the brand’s other ambassadors.

This year’s Victoria’s Secret show featured iconic models alongside newcomers such as Angel Reese and Barbie Ferreira, who expressed their thrill about participating. Ferreira described being invited to the show as “huge” and overwhelming. Angel Reese, the first professional athlete to walk in the show, voiced her intention to inspire women and girls in pursuing their ambitions.

As for Jenner, her future on the runway remains uncertain, and as she continues to explore new passions, fans await news of her next steps.