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EXCLUSIVE: Backstage Access At Victoria's Secret Fashion Show

Jourdan Dunn, Jasmine Tookes and more share their excitement, nervousness, and how they prepare their hot bods for the sexiest show on earth.
By Crystal Martin and Celia Smith · Updated October 27, 2020
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Getting Intimate

“It’s still nerve wracking—I’m going to be in my underwear in front of loads of people,” Brit beauty Jourdan Dunn admitted to backstage. “But it’s also really exciting.”

EXCLUSIVE: Backstage Access At Victoria's Secret Fashion Show
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Beauty Secrets

“My boyfriend introduced me to P90X, which are those DVDs—it’s insane. I do the legs, back and abs from that. I also go to the gym and do a lot of weight training to make sure I keep toned and build muscle,” revealed Jasmine Tookes.

EXCLUSIVE: Backstage Access At Victoria's Secret Fashion Show
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Heaven Sent

“I’m so excited for the wings,” dished Angolan newbie Maria Borges.

EXCLUSIVE: Backstage Access At Victoria's Secret Fashion Show
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Crunch Time

“To prepare for the show I ran and did a lot of crunches,” said model of the moment Cindy Bruna. “This is my dream come true. I’m a little nervous, but really just so happy to be here.”

EXCLUSIVE: Backstage Access At Victoria's Secret Fashion Show
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