Reacquaint Yourself With the Breakout Model Who Ruled Last Year's Victoria's Secret Runway

Updated on 10/28/2016 at 12:30 PM

We knew Maria Borges would be one to watch, but after walking in 2015's Victoria's Secret Fashion Show, the model's name was everywhere. Maria made history at just 23 by rocking her natural hair on the runway — a first for the runway where bombshell waves reign supreme. But as the model turns 24, we're reminding you she's way more than this one standout feature. Maria's been strutting her stuff for years now, and it was only a matter of time before her career — deservingly! — blew up. Read on for 10 facts you need to know as she celebrates her birthday, then check out who's wearing the Fantasy Bra for 2016's show.

She Just Turned 24

She was born on Oct. 28, 1992.

But Her Résumé Is Pretty Impressive

Chanel, DVF, Moschino — Maria has strutted her stuff for some major fashion houses!

She's Even Part of That #BalmainArmy

Aside from walking on the regular Balmain catwalk, she also did her thing in Balmain x H&M.

Maria Started Modeling When She Was Teeny Tiny

Just look at how fierce she is! We can't take this cuteness.

She's From Angola

And has traveled back to help out those in need.

Her Hair Recently Made History

She's the first model to rock natural hair on the Victoria's Secret runway, rather than those famous bombshell waves.

You've Probably Spotted Her on H&M's Website

The site is pretty much It-girl central — tons of big names and models on the rise have posed for H&M.

Or Remember Her Dancing With Taylor Swift

In Victoria's Secret's 2014 show.

She's Pretty Active on Social Media

You can follow her at @iammariaborges on Instagram and mariaborges28 on Snapchat.

As Well as in the Gym

This model loves to work on her fitness.

We're Sure We'll Be Seeing a Lot More of Maria

She's everywhere!