I always dreamed to be [in Victoria’s Secret] because I’m a woman and I deserve to be there,’ transgender model Valentina Sampaio said in a 2020 interview.

The influencer, 29, has previously reflected on her weight loss, body image and the criticism she's received for being either "too big" or "too small"

As the fashion industry grappled with body positivity, transgender rights and the MeToo movement, the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show was on hiatus for six years. But in recent years, the brand took a step back and seemingly listened to the criticism. Now, Victoria's Secret has had a revamp.