Kristen Dahlgren, Today Show Correspondant, to Model in Runway Show, SoCal in Newport Beach on 2/28/26

We are deeply honored to welcome Kristen Dahlgren as our Spotlight Model for the 4th Annual Runway Show: Southern California on February 28, 2026.

A former Today Show correspondent and breast cancer survivor, Kristen has used her voice — both on and off camera — to elevate the conversation around cancer care, survivorship, and access. After her own diagnosis, she founded Cancer Vaccine Coalition, a nonprofit dedicated to accelerating research and expanding access to cancer vaccines, working to ensure that lifesaving innovation reaches patients who need it most.

Kristen’s leadership, advocacy, and lived experience embody the spirit of Runway for Recovery. Her decision to step onto the runway reflects a powerful commitment to honoring families facing breast cancer and to shining a light on stories that deserve to be seen and heard.

On February 28, she will stand alongside 65 remarkable models in Southern California — each one walking with courage, community, and purpose. Tickets are on sale now. 

We are profoundly grateful to Kristen for sharing her voice and her heart with the Runway community.

To learn more about modeling in one of our Runway Shows in Boston, New York, or Southern California, visit the Model Program section of our website here.