| Germany's Next Topmodel | |
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| Season 16 | |
| Judges | |
| No. of contestants | 31 |
| Winner | Alex-Mariah Peter |
| No. of episodes | 17 |
| Release | |
| Original network | ProSieben |
| Original release | 4 February – 27 May 2021 |
| Season chronology | |
The sixteenth season of Germany's Next Topmodel [1] aired on German television network ProSieben from 4 February to 27 May 2021, under the catch phrase We are GNTM.
The winner of this season was 23-year-old Alex-Mariah Peter from Cologne, who is notably the first trans woman to win Germany's Next Topmodel. Her prizes include:
The following prize have been removed:
Due to the COVID-19 epidemic, the season was filmed under strict COVID-19 regulations, including travel restrictions, resulting in the sixteenth season being the first and only season filmed entirely in Germany. As a result of these restrictions, a preselection was held instead of open castings, and the first episode started with 31 finalists. [3]
Ages stated are as of the beginning of the contest [4]
| Contestant | Age | Height | Hometown | Finish | Place |
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| Franziska Bergander | 24 | 1.74 m (5 ft 8+1⁄2 in) | Nürnberg | Episode 1 | 31-26 |
| Maria-Sophie Damiano | 19 | 1.55 m (5 ft 1 in) | Konstanz | ||
| Vanessa Gros | 21 | 1.83 m (6 ft 0 in) | Munich | ||
| Alexandra Reinke | 21 | 1.75 m (5 ft 9 in) | Köln | ||
| Samantha Herbst | 21 | 1.78 m (5 ft 10 in) | Hamburg | ||
| Lena Schreiber | 21 | 1.73 m (5 ft 8 in) | Main-Spessart | ||
| Ricarda Häschke | 21 | 1.77 m (5 ft 9+1⁄2 in) | Pinneberg | Episode 2 | 25 (quit) |
| Anna-Maria 'Maria' Schimanski | 21 | 1.69 m (5 ft 6+1⁄2 in) | Flensburg | 24 | |
| Sara Ullmann | 20 | 1.77 m (5 ft 9+1⁄2 in) | Aichtal | Episode 3 | 23 (quit) |
| Nana Fofana | 19 | 1.80 m (5 ft 11 in) | Hamburg | 22 | |
| Mira Folster | 19 | 1.77 m (5 ft 9+1⁄2 in) | Bordesholm | Episode 4 | 21 (quit) |
| Sarah Ahrend | 22 | 1.76 m (5 ft 9+1⁄2 in) | Kaiserslautern | 20 | |
| Amina Hotait | 21 | 1.73 m (5 ft 8 in) | Berlin | Episode 5 | 19 |
| Miriam Rautert | 25 | 1.65 m (5 ft 5 in) | Berlin | Episode 6 | 18 |
| Chanel Silberberg | 21 | 1.72 m (5 ft 7+1⁄2 in) | Oer-Erkenschwick | Episode 7 | 17 |
| Jasmine Jüttner | 21 | 1.80 m (5 ft 11 in) | Vienna, Austria | Episode 8 | 16 (quit) |
| Alysha Hübner | 19 | 1.68 m (5 ft 6 in) | Berlin | 15 | |
| Linda Braunberger | 20 | 1.73 m (5 ft 8 in) | Niederelbert | Episode 9 | 14 |
| Mareike Müller | 26 | 1.80 m (5 ft 11 in) | Halle | 13 | |
| Romy Wolf | 19 | 1.73 m (5 ft 8 in) | Zittau | Episode 10 | 12 (quit) |
| Larissa Onac | 22 | 1.77 m (5 ft 9+1⁄2 in) | Achim | Episode 11 | 11 |
| Elisa Schattenberg | 20 | 1.74 m (5 ft 8+1⁄2 in) | Dortmund | Episode 12 | 10 |
| Ana Martinovic | 20 | 1.77 m (5 ft 9+1⁄2 in) | Neu-Ulm | Episode 13 | 9 |
| Angelina 'Luca' Vanak | 19 | 1.78 m (5 ft 10 in) | Bitterfeld-Wolfen | Episode 14 | 8 |
| Liliana Maxwell | 21 | 1.79 m (5 ft 10+1⁄2 in) | Rheda-Wiedenbrück | Episode 15 | 7 |
| Yasmin Boulaghmal | 19 | 1.80 m (5 ft 11 in) | Braunschweig | Episode 16 | 6 |
| Ashley Amegan | 23 | 1.76 m (5 ft 9+1⁄2 in) | Fürstenfeldbruck | 5 (quit) | |
| Romina Palm | 21 | 1.68 m (5 ft 6 in) | Köln | Episode 17 | 4 |
| Soulin Omar | 20 | 1.73 m (5 ft 8 in) | Hamburg | 3 | |
| Dascha Carriero | 21 | 1.78 m (5 ft 10 in) | Solingen | 2 | |
| Alex-Mariah Peter | 23 | 1.83 m (6 ft 0 in) | Köln | 1 |
| No. overall | No. in season | Title | Original release date | |
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| 229 | 1 | "High Fashion in Berlin" | 4 February 2021 | |
The season starts with 31 girls arriving in Berlin, where they'll be staying for the duration of the competition. The girls participate in their first fashion show, where they face challenges on the runway. Heidi and guest judge Manfred Thierry Mugler provide feedback. In the end, Franziska, Alexandra, Samantha, Vanessa, and Lena, are the first set of models to be eliminated.
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| 230 | 2 | "Willkommen im Modelloft!" | 11 February 2021 | |
The Top 25 models move into a loft in Berlin, where they face challenges and conflicts. Heidi provides catwalk training, and some models struggle with stiffness and shyness. They participate in a photo shoot and video shoot, where some models shine while others struggle. The models later participate in the elimination walk wearing designs by Marina Hoermanseder. In the end, Heidi eliminates Maria, who struggled with insecurity and posing. | ||||
| 231 | 3 | "Primaballerina" | 18 February 2021 | |
The remaining models participate in a ballet class to prepare for a photo shoot, where some excel while others struggle. The photo shoot involves duels, where the better-performing model advances to the next round. Some models shine, while others face challenges. Meanwhile, Alex comes out as transgender, earning applause from the other models. The models later participate in the elimination walk with a nightmare theme, where some struggle while others impress. In the end, Heidi eliminates Nana, who struggled with posing and walking.
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| 232 | 4 | "Fashion Divas und Roller Girls" | 25 February 2021 | |
The models participate in a roller-skate teaching and a photo shoot with dogs, where some excel while others struggle. Soulin impresses with her poses, while Liliana faces challenges due to her fear of dogs. The models later participate in the elimination walk with revealing outfits, where some feel uncomfortable while others shine. In the end, Heidi eliminates Sarah, who struggled with stiffness and lacked creativity.
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| 233 | 5 | "Das große #GNTM-Umstyling!" | 4 March 2021 | |
The models receive makeovers, leading to varying reactions. Some struggle with their new looks, while others shine. The elimination walk that doubles as this week's photo shoot features Christian Cowan's designs, where Soulin stands out for her confidence and power, earning her a frontrunner status that frustrates Linda. In the end, Heidi eliminates Amina, who struggled with her walk and didn't use advice from Christian.
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| 234 | 6 | "Sedcard-Shooting" | 11 March 2021 | |
For this week, the models first participated in this week's elimination walk as ice queens, where some shine while others face challenges. The week's focus shifts to a Levi's campaign casting, where Soulin stands out for her authenticity and dynamic performance, landing the first job of this season. However, her success sparks controversy and drama among the other models. At the sedcard shoot, some models earn immunity, while others struggle to impress. In the end, Heidi eliminates Miriam, whose modeling style is deemed too robotic and outdated.
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| 235 | 7 | "Back to the 80's" | 18 March 2021 | |
The models participate in a press teaching with Christian Düren, where they face challenging questions and learn to handle difficult situations. Some models, like Soulin and Dascha, impress with their professionalism and confidence, while others struggle with insecurity and attitude. The models later participate in a press conference, where they showcase their improved skills. An 80s-themed commercial shoot follows, where the models have to improvise and sell a product. Some models shine, while others face challenges. After the shoot, the models participate in an emoji-themed elimination walk, where most receive positive feedback. After the walk, Heidi eliminates Chanel, citing her lack of skills and enthusiasm as a model.
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| 236 | 8 | "Strike A Pose!" | 25 March 2021 | |
The remaining models participate in this week's photo shoot in a rotating cube, where they pose in groups and compete for the best photo. Soulin stands out, winning the first group, but faces criticism from Linda, who accuses her of faking emotions for the cameras. The models later receive a dance performance challenge during the elimination walk, where they struggle to master the choreography and convey confidence. At the runway, some models shine, while others face challenges. In the end, Heidi eliminates Alysha, who struggled with her performance and didn't convince in the photo shoot.
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| 237 | 9 | "And Action!" | 1 April 2021 | |
The models evaluate themselves, ranking their performances and personalities. Soulin tops the performance list, while Mareike surprisingly ranks highest in personality. The girls then face a challenging photo shoot 122 meters high in the sky, where some struggle with fear and panic. Linda, in particular, has a panic attack and refuses to continue the shoot, instantly being eliminated from the competition. The remaining models participate in an obstacle course elimination walk, where they showcase their modeling skills while navigating challenges. In the end, Heidi eliminates Mareike, citing her consistent struggles with performance.
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| 238 | 10 | "Berlin is Calling!" | 8 April 2021 | |
The models participate in a video shoot with guest judge Otto Waalkes, where they portray emotions like sadness, anger, and euphoria. Some models struggle to connect with their emotions, while others shine. Romy leaves the competition due to mental health concerns, citing the pressure as too much. The remaining models participate in a casting for the Opel Mokka campaign, where Ashley impresses the clients with her story and presence, winning the campaign. The models later participate in this week's elimination walk with a night club theme, where they successfully showcase their energy and dancing skills. After the walk, Heidi announces a non-elimination round, with Elisa narrowly avoiding elimination due to her strong performance in the live walk.
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| 239 | 11 | "Art Edition" | 15 April 2021 | |
The models participate in a casting for Bauer, where Ana impresses the clients with her naturalness and easygoing presence, winning the job. Meanwhile, tensions rise between Ashley and Elisa, and later Dascha, over Ashley's comment about Dascha being "vulgar." The models then participate in a photo shoot where they're styled as artistic butterflies, with some struggling to bring the picture to life. At the elimination walk, the girls transform into haute couture artworks, with Soulin delivering the best performance. After the walk, Heidi announces the Top 10, with Soulin being the first girl to make it in. Larissa gets eliminated due to her performance not being strong enough, while Ashley barely makes it into the Top 10 despite struggling with stiffness and being in her comfort zone.
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| 240 | 12 | "Casting Edition" | 22 April 2021 | |
The remaining models participate in a casting marathon, with some booking jobs and others facing rejection. Soulin books her third job, while Dascha books her second job in a row after impressing at a casting for Kilian Kerner's fashion show. Ashley and Soulin receive praise for their performances, while Romina and Luca struggle to find the right balance. Liliana books a job and makes it to the Top 9 despite Heidi's frustration with her inconsistency. In the end, Elisa gets eliminated due to her lack of passion and power, leaving her and her friend Romina emotional.
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| 241 | 13 | "Nacktshooting" | 29 April 2021 | |
The models participate in a nude photo shoot, where some struggle to find the right balance and others shine. Soulin impresses with her natural sensuality and delivers a powerful message about breaking boundaries, which sparks a discussion with Yasmin about cultural differences. Meanwhile, Romina and Ana seek advice on how to be more relaxed, and Romina later books her first job at a casting for Dyson. At this week's elimination walk, the girls face a huge challenge with a 20m high catwalk and an outfit change, with Dascha and Liliana delivering weaker performances. Yasmin impresses Jochen Schweizer and books her first job, and Romina and Yasmin are among the winners this week. Ana gets eliminated due to her struggles with portraying strength and power, despite her ambition.
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| 242 | 14 | "It's Fashion Week!" | 6 May 2021 | |
The models participate another casting marathon, with some booking jobs and others facing rejection. Romina books her second job, and Dascha and Soulin each book their third job. Liliana also books her second job after impressing at the Nylon casting despite some mistakes. At the About You fashion show, the girls get to walk and Lena Gercke chooses Alex to walk for her own brand LeGer, booking Alex's second job. Luca gets eliminated due to still not having any jobs, despite her positive attitude, and the other girls are emotional about losing her.
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| 243 | 15 | "Boys Edition" | 13 May 2021 | |
The remaining models learn a contemporary dance performance and participate in an ice-themed photo shoot. Soulin impresses with her ambition and use of time, while Alex proves her potential despite initial hesitation. Romina gets praise for her imagination and determination, and Dascha brings great energy to the shoot. At the elimination walk, Alex and Soulin shine, while Liliana fails to reach the semifinals and gets eliminated due to her struggles with control and commitment.
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| 244 | 16 | "Halbfinale" | 20 May 2021 | |
The semifinalists participate in the highly-anticipated cover shoot for Harper's Bazaar, with some struggling initially but improving over time. Soulin and Alex shine in their performances, and both are announced as the first two finalists. Ashley and Romina also impress with their speeches and runway performances, and they join Soulin and Alex in the finale. Yasmin's walk lacks attitude, and Dascha's dress mishap on the runway is notable, but Dascha's overall performance earns her a spot in the finale. Yasmin misses the Top 5 and get eliminated due to lacking variety in her performances. Ashley decides to quit for personal reasons, making it a Top 4 finale.
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| 245 | 17 | "Das große Finale" | 27 May 2021 | |
The Top 4 finalists, Romina, Soulin, Dascha, and Alex, walk the runway in superhero costumes and perform various challenges. Romina is eliminated first, followed by Soulin in third place. Dascha and Alex advance to the Top 2, competing in a flower walk, live music video shoot, and final walk. In the end, Alex is announced as the sixteenth winner of Germany's Next Topmodel, praised for her gracefulness, calmness, and ability to overcome obstacles.
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| Place | Model | Episodes | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 1 | 2 [a] | 3 [b] | 4 [c] | 5 | 6 [d] | 7 [e] | 8 [f] | 9 [g] | 10 [h] | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 [i] | 15 | 16 [j] | 17 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 1 | Alex-Mariah | SAFE | SAFE | IMM | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | LOW | WIN | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2 | Dascha | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | IMM | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | LOW | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | LOW | SAFE | OUT | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 3 | Soulin | SAFE | SAFE | IMM | SAFE | SAFE | IMM | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | OUT | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 4 | Romina | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | OUT | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 5 | Ashley | SAFE | SAFE | IMM | SAFE | SAFE | IMM | LOW | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | LOW | SAFE | SAFE | LOW | LOW | QUIT | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 6 | Yasmin | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | OUT | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 7 | Liliana | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | LOW | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | LOW | SAFE | OUT | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 8 | Luca | SAFE | SAFE | IMM | SAFE | SAFE | IMM | SAFE | SAFE | LOW | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | OUT | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 9 | Ana | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | IMM | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | OUT | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 10 | Elisa | SAFE | SAFE | IMM | SAFE | SAFE | IMM | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | OUT | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 11 | Larissa | SAFE | LOW | IMM | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | OUT | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 12 | Romy | SAFE | SAFE | IMM | SAFE | SAFE | IMM | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | QUIT | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 13 | Mareike | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | LOW | SAFE | OUT | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 14 | Linda | SAFE | SAFE | IMM | SAFE | SAFE | LOW | SAFE | SAFE | OUT | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 15 | Alysha | SAFE | SAFE | IMM | SAFE | SAFE | IMM | SAFE | OUT | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 16 | Jasmine | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | LOW | — | QUIT | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 17 | Chanel | SAFE | SAFE | IMM | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | OUT | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 18 | Miriam | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | OUT | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 19 | Amina | SAFE | SAFE | IMM | SAFE | OUT | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 20 | Sarah | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | OUT | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 21 | Mira | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | QUIT | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 22 | Nana | SAFE | SAFE | OUT | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 23 | Sara | SAFE | SAFE | QUIT | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 24 | Maria | SAFE | OUT | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 25 | Ricarda | SAFE | QUIT | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 26-31 | Alexandra | OUT | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Franziska | OUT | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lena | OUT | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Maria-Sophie | OUT | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Samantha | OUT | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Vanessa | OUT | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Throughout the season, six contestants quit the competition, breaking the record for most voluntary exits in the history of Germany's Next Topmodel. Most of them stated that during filming, they were feeling mentally and physically exhausted. [5] [6]
Contestant Ashley Amegan stated that the production team had bullied her into changing her personality for the show. [7] That's why she left the show even though she made it to the live finale. [8]