America's Next Top Model (cycle 1)

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America's Next Top Model (cycle 1)
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Cycle 1 cast
Country of origin United States
No. of episodes 9
Release
Original network UPN
Original release May 20 (2003-05-20) – July 15, 2003 (2003-07-15)
Additional information
Judges
No. of contestants 10
Winner Adrianne Curry
All-stars Shannon Stewart
Cycle chronology
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America's Next Top Model, cycle 1 was the first cycle of America's Next Top Model . It originally aired on UPN from May to July 2003, and was hosted by Tyra Banks, who additionally served as its executive producer and presenter. The judging panel consisted of Banks, Janice Dickinson, Kimora Lee Simmons, and Beau Quillian. The cycle's catchphrase was "One girl has what it takes". [1] [2] [3]

<i>Americas Next Top Model</i> television series

America's Next Top Model is an American reality television series and interactive competition in which a number of aspiring models compete for the title of "America's Next Top Model" and a chance to begin their career in the modeling industry. Created by Tyra Banks, who also serves as an executive producer, and developed by Ken Mok and Kenya Barris, the series premiered in May 2003, and was aired semiannually until 2012, then annually from 2013. The first six seasons were aired on UPN, before UPN merged with The WB to create The CW in 2006. The following sixteen cycles were aired on The CW until the series was first cancelled in October 2015. The series has since been revived, with cycle 24 currently airing by VH1. The series was among the highest-rated programs on UPN, and was the highest-rated show on The CW from 2007 to 2010. Advertisers paid $61,315 per 30-second slot during the 2011–12 television seasons, the highest of any series on The CW.

UPN American broadcast television network in the 1990s and 2000s

The United Paramount Network (UPN) was an American broadcast television network that launched on January 16, 1995. The network was originally owned by Chris-Craft Industries and United Television; Viacom turned the network into a joint venture in 1996 after acquiring a 50% stake in the network, and subsequently purchased Chris-Craft's remaining stake in 2000. In December 2005, UPN was spun off to CBS Corporation when Viacom split into two separate companies.

Tyra Banks American television personality, producer, businesswoman, actress, author, former model

Tyra Lynne Banks is an American television personality, producer, businesswoman, actress, author, former model and occasional singer. Born in Inglewood, California, she began her career as a model at the age of 15, and was the first woman of African American descent to be featured on the covers of GQ and the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue, on which she appeared twice. She was a Victoria's Secret Angel from 1997 to 2005. By the early 2000s, Banks was one of the world's top-earning models.

Contents

This was the only season to feature a cast of only 10 finalists. All later cycles have featured at least 12 finalists. The international destination for the cycle was Paris, France. [4] The winner of the competition was 20-year-old Adrianne Curry from Joliet, Illinois. Her prizes were a modelling contract with Wilhelmina Models, a photo spread in Marie Claire magazine and a contract with Revlon cosmetics. [5]

Adrianne Curry American model

Adrianne Marie Curry-Rhode is an American model and reality television personality.

Joliet, Illinois City in Illinois, United States

Joliet is a city in Will and Kendall counties in the U.S. state of Illinois, 30 miles (48 km) southwest of Chicago. It is the county seat of Will County and a major part of the southwest Chicago metropolitan area. At the 2010 census, the city was the fourth largest in Illinois, with a population of 147,433. A population estimate in 2018 put Joliet's population at 150,495, which would make it the 3rd largest city in Illinois if accurate.

Wilhelmina Models

Wilhelmina International Inc., formerly Wilhelmina Models, is a full service modeling and talent agency headquartered in New York City, United States. The company also has offices in Los Angeles, Chicago, Miami, and London. Founded in 1967 by Wilhelmina Cooper, it currently provides full-service representation and management to models, entertainers, artists, musicians, and athletes. In 2009 the company became the first and only publicly traded modeling and talent agency after its acquisition by New Century Equity Holdings Corp.

Contestants

(ages stated are at start of contest)

ContestantAgeHeightHometownFinishPlace
Tessa Carlson [6] 195 ft 9 in (1.75 m)Chicago, IllinoisEpisode 110
Katie Cleary [7] 215 ft 9 in (1.75 m) Glenview, Illinois Episode 29
Nicole Panattoni [8] 225 ft 11 in (1.80 m) Murrieta, California Episode 38
Ebony Haith [9] 245 ft 10 in (1.78 m) Bronx, New York Episode 47
Giselle Samson [10] 185 ft 10 in (1.78 m) Corona, California Episode 56
Kesse Wallace [11] 215 ft 9 in (1.75 m) North Little Rock, Arkansas Episode 65
Robin Manning [12] 265 ft 9 in (1.75 m) Memphis, Tennessee Episode 74
Elyse Sewell [13] 205 ft 10 in (1.78 m) Albuquerque, New Mexico Episode 93
Shannon Stewart [14] 185 ft 10.5 in (1.79 m) Franklin, Ohio 2
Adrianne Curry [15] 205 ft 10.5 in (1.79 m) Joliet, Illinois 1

Episode summaries

The Girl Who Wants It Bad

First aired May 20, 2003

Twenty semi-finalists, chosen from thousands of hopefuls, arrived in Los Angeles for the preliminary round of the competition. The contestants were told that only ten of them would make it to the finals, but after their meetings with Tyra Banks and the producers, only eight advanced. Two more contestants, Giselle and Tessa, were added to the final cast following a separate audition.

For the week's photo shoot, the ten finalists modeled J.Lo by Jennifer Lopez swimwear atop a Manhattan skyscraper. The judging session saw Tessa become the first model eliminated from the competition.

J.Lo by Jennifer Lopez American lifestyle brand

J.Lo by Jennifer Lopez is an American lifestyle brand founded by Jennifer Lopez in 2001.

The Girl Is Here To Win, Not Make Friends

First aired May 27, 2003

For the week's challenge, the nine remaining finalists took part in a mock fashion show. The challenge winner was Giselle. For the photo shoot, the finalists posed for Stuff magazine. The judging session saw Katie become the second model eliminated from the competition.

<i>Stuff</i> (magazine) Magazine

Stuff is a British consumer electronics magazine published by Kelsey Media.

The Girl Who Gets Rushed To The Emergency Room

First aired June 3, 2003

The eight remaining finalists were given makeovers. They had a challenge on applying make-up, which was won by Elyse. For the week's photo shoot, the finalists had beauty shots taken with a snake. The judging session saw Nicole become the third model eliminated from the competition.

The Girl Who Drives Everyone Crazy

First aired June 10, 2003

The seven remaining finalists were challenged to polish their acting skills. They were given a challenge on line-reading, which was won by Robin. Instead of a photo shoot, the finalists shot a commercial for Fresh Look contact lenses. The judging session saw Ebony become the fourth model eliminated from the competition.

The Girl Who Everyone Thinks Is Killing Herself

First aired June 17, 2003

For the week's challenge, the six remaining finalists gave interviews, with Elyse winning. The photo shoot was a campaign for Reebok with NFL Rookie of the Year Clinton Portis. The judging session saw Giselle become the fifth model eliminated from the competition.

Reebok is an English footwear and apparel company, subsidiary of German sportsgiant Adidas since 2005. Reebok produces and distributes fitness, running and CrossFit sportswear including clothing and footwear. It is the official footwear and apparel sponsor for Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), CrossFit, and Spartan Race.

Clinton Portis American football player, running back

Clinton Earl Portis is a former American football running back who played in the National Football League (NFL) for nine seasons. He played college football for the University of Miami. He was drafted by the Denver Broncos in the second round of the 2002 NFL Draft. Portis was best known for being the starting running back for the Washington Redskins for seven seasons, in which he gained an average of 81.2 yards rushing per game, for which a select panel of celebrities included him as one of the 80 Greatest Redskins.

The Girl Who Deals With A Pervert

First aired June 24, 2003

The five remaining finalists were flown to Paris for the week's challenge and photo shoot. They did a lingerie shoot for Wonder Bra with male model Brad Pinkert, and for the challenge they attended go-sees. The judging session saw Kesse become the sixth model eliminated from the competition.

The Girls Get Really Naked

First aired July 1, 2003

For the week’s challenge, the four remaining finalists went to a restaurant and met four men, who judged them on their ability to carry themselves in a couture situation. The challenge winner was Adrianne. The finalists did two photo shoots this week: a black-and-white beauty shoot shot by Tyra Banks, and a nude shoot for Merit Diamond jewelry, the latter of which Robin and Shannon refused to participate in. The finalists were flown back to New York City for the judging session, which saw Robin become the seventh model eliminated from the competition.

How The Girls Got Here

First aired July 8, 2003

This episode was an overview of the past seven episodes of the cycle which featured previously unseen footage.

The Girl Who Becomes America's Next Top Model

First aired July 8, 2003

The final three contestants were Adrianne Curry, Elyse Sewell and Shannon Stewart. Elyse became the eighth model eliminated at the penultimate judging session.

Adrianne and Shannon competed in a Baby Phat fashion show. The final judging session saw Adrianne crowned America's Next Top Model.

Summaries

Call-out order

OrderEpisodes
12345679
1NicoleEbonyShannonShannonKesseAdrianneElyseElyseShannonAdrianne
2RobinElyseNicoleKesseElyseKesseShannonAdrianneAdrianneShannon
3KesseKesseGiselleElyseAdrianneShannonRobinShannonElyse
4ElyseAdrianneRobinGiselleRobinRobinAdrianneRobin
5KatieKatieAdrianneAdrianneShannonElyseKesse
6EbonyNicoleEbonyRobinGiselleGiselle
7AdrianneGiselleElyseEbonyEbony
8ShannonRobinKesseNicole
9ShannonKatie
10Tessa
     The contestant was eliminated
     The contestant won the competition

Photo shoot guide

Makeovers

Post-Top Model careers

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