Overview
The Victoria's Secret Fashion Show aired on several television networks during its long run. The primary U.S. broadcast home for most of its peak years was CBS, which aired the show from 2001 to 2018. Before that, it was broadcast on ABC. In many international markets, the show was carried by specialty channels and networks such as Channel 4 in the UK and various regional broadcasters. In the streaming era, past editions are typically available on demand through services like Paramount+ and the Apple TV app, rather than linear TV channels.
Primary U.S. Broadcast History
CBS (2001–2018)
CBS became the long-running U.S. broadcast partner of the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show starting in 2001. This period included many of the show’s most iconic moments and highest-profile supermodels. The partnership spanned nearly two decades and established the event as a major November television tradition.
ABC (1995–2000)
Prior to CBS, the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show was broadcast on ABC in the United States. This era captured the show during its late-1990s growth phase as it began to gain widespread mainstream attention and production scale.
International Broadcast and Streaming Availability
Notable International Channels
In different regions, the show aired on network and specialty channels, often depending on local media rights and agreements. Well-known examples include:
- United Kingdom: Channel 4 and More4
- Canada: CTV, Showcase
- Australia: Network Ten, Fox8
- Latin America: Various regional broadcasters
How to Watch Now
Since ending its linear television run on CBS in 2018 (with a brief move to Amazon Prime Video for The Victoria's Secret Fashion Show: The Tour in 2021), the classic Fashion Show is commonly accessed via streaming. In the U.S., many past CBS broadcasts are available on Paramount+. Elsewhere, availability varies by region and may include Apple TV, Prime Video, or local streaming services. Check your local catalog for current availability of specific years.
Summary Table
| Region/Period | Channel | Years | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | ABC | 1995–2000 | Early mainstream coverage |
| United States | CBS | 2001–2018 | Primary long-term U.S. home; moved to digital streaming for later events |
| United Kingdom | Channel 4 / More4 | Various years | Freeview availability varied by edition |
| Canada | CTV, Showcase | Selected years | Regional rights and scheduling applied |
| Global/Streaming | Paramount+ / Apple TV app / Prime Video | Post-2018 | Catalog access and regional licensing may vary |
Key Takeaways
- CBS was the main U.S. broadcast channel for the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show from 2001 to 2018.
- Earlier iterations aired on ABC from 1995 to 2000.
- International channels varied by market, with examples including Channel 4 in the UK and CTV/Showcase in Canada.
- Today, past editions are usually accessed via streaming platforms rather than live linear TV channels.