Las Vegas Aces star center A’ja Wilson will be the newest champion to appear on the cover of the Wheaties cereal brand, the General Mills company announced on Tuesday.
“Being on the cover of a Wheaties box is one of those things you grow up dreaming about,” Wilson said. “For me, this is about showing every little girl what’s possible when you dream big.
“I’m proud of the work, proud of the journey, and proud to partner with a brand that celebrates champions who keep pushing the game forward.”
For more than 100 years, the Wheaties brand has featured athletes on the well-known orange container, totaling over 850 names across multiple eras.
MLB hall of famer Lou Gehrig was the first-ever presence on the packaging in 1934, while others have had multiple appearances, including Michael Jordan, who holds the record with 18, Michael Phelps and Aaron Rodgers.
“A’ja is the definition of a Wheaties Champion, a generational talent whose leadership, resilience, and commitment to empowering others have set a new standard,” said Emilie Knox, Vice President and Business Unit Director for Wheaties at General Mills.
“She doesn’t just dominate the game; she creates space for more girls and women to see themselves in it. We’re proud to celebrate A’ja on the iconic orange box as she racks up wins on and off the court.”
Wilson has racked up accolades throughout her eight-year career, including being the No. 1 pick in the WNBA Draft, the Kia WNBA Rookie of the Year in 2018, and a three-time WNBA champion.
In her 2025 WNBA championship season, Wilson became the first player in league history to win Kia WNBA MVP, Kia Defensive Player of the Year, Finals MVP, and the scoring title in the same season.
