Do you wanna be on top? This is the 20th (TWENTIETH!) cycle of the hit show that has changed both the worlds of reality television and modeling. The twist? Check it out in a press release from the CW:
“Cycle 20 of America’s Next Top Model, hosted by Tyra Banks, returns with new prizes and a new twist — men! The first-ever “Guys and Girls” edition will have eight men and eight women living under one roof to battle it out to earn the prestigious title of America’s Next Top Model. This cycle will explore the similarities and differences that male and female models face in the pursuit of their careers, bringing on experts and celebrities to mentor and challenge them each week. There will be more than a little opportunity for rivalry, flirtation and romance. The model hopefuls will compete for a career-launching prize package that includes new prize suppliers Next Model Management and GUESS, as well as Nylon Magazine. The winner will receive prizes including: a $100,000 national ad campaign with GUESS, whose advertising campaigns have launched many modeling careers; a fashion feature in Nylon Magazine, as well as a modeling contract with Next Model Management.”
Tyra returns, along with PR guru Kelly Cutrone, model Rob Evans and it men Johnny Wujek and Bryanboy. Top Model returns Friday, August 2nd at 8 PM on the CW. Check local listings for times.