Angel Reese Opens Up About Surprising Meeting with Barack Obama Before WNBA All-Star Game
Angel Reese, the star player for the Atlanta Sky, recently shared a surprising story about being stuck on a plane with none other than former US President Barack Obama. According to Reese, she and her teammates were not allowed to exit the plane due to Obama's presence, which left her feeling a bit deflated.
Despite being a VIP herself, Reese claimed that the airline crew's response gave her a reality check. "It's so funny because when my plane landed yesterday, he [Obama] was right next to my plane too. They were like, 'VIP, nobody can get off the plane,'" Reese said. She added, "I'm like, 'We're VIP too.' They said Obama and I was like, 'Okay, okay, okay.'"
The incident occurred before the 2026 WNBA All-Star Game in Chicago, where Reese will be playing alongside other top talents like Caitlin Clark. It's worth noting that the event is being held in Obama's hometown, which likely contributed to his involvement in the festivities.
Reese's encounter with Obama didn't end there, however. After being stuck on the plane, she managed to take a memorable selfie with the former President, which quickly went viral on social media.
The story serves as a reminder of the unique circumstances surrounding the WNBA All-Star Game. With top players and officials from around the country converging on Chicago, it's not surprising that Reese's meeting with Obama would make headlines.
As the WNBA All-Star Game approaches, fans will be eagerly watching the likes of Reese and Clark take to the court. With Obama's presence still making waves, it will be interesting to see how the event unfolds.
For now, it seems that Reese has learned a valuable lesson about the definition of VIP.
Source: Yahoo Sports