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WNBA Star Angel Reese Joins Netflix's The Hunting Wives

1/21/2026

Summary

Story summary

Angel Reese, a WNBA star for the Chicago Sky, joins Netflix's The Hunting Wives Season 2 as "Trainer Barbie."
The series follows elite Texas women entangled in secrets and drama and became a breakout hit after its July 2025 premiere, with Brittany Snow and Malin Akerman in the cast.
Reese expressed enthusiasm on social media, which led to her casting.
Production for Season 2 is underway.

History

Historical Context

The Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA) was established in 1996, following earlier attempts at professional women's basketball in the U.S. like the Women's Professional Basketball League (1978-1981). The WNBA's launch marked a significant advancement in women's sports visibility, paralleling broader societal shifts towards gender equality, exemplified by ongoing efforts for equal pay and representation in media, as seen with Angel Reese's recent casting in "The Hunting Wives."

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Story summary

Angel Reese, a WNBA star for the Chicago Sky, joins Netflix's The Hunting Wives Season 2 as "Trainer Barbie."
The series follows elite Texas women entangled in secrets and drama and became a breakout hit after its July 2025 premiere, with Brittany Snow and Malin Akerman in the cast.
Reese expressed enthusiasm on social media, which led to her casting.
Production for Season 2 is underway.

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