America’s Next Top Model is one of the longest-running reality competition shows. Now in its 24th cycle (season), the panel consists of creator/host Tyra Banks (who only missed one season to work on projects and have a baby), supermodel Ashley Graham, Paper Magazine creative director Drew Elliott, and stylist Law Roach (who counts Celine Dion and Zendaya among his clients).
The judging panel has gone under changes over the years, most dramatically after Cycle 18 when creative director Jay Manuel (Mr. Jay), runway coach J. Alexander (Miss J), and judge Nigel Barker were all dismissed. Apparently, there’s no bad blood between Banks and Barker; the noted fashion photographer returns tonight (along with Cycle 3 winner Eva Marcille) for a throwback episode.
Janice Dickinson (Cycles 1-4)
The self-proclaimed “first supermodel” appeared in many reality TV shows following her ANTM stint, including hosting her own modeling show The Janice Dickinson Modeling Agency. She’s had many ups and downs in recent years, revealing a breast cancer diagnosis in 2016 and marrying Dr. Rocky Gerner later that year. Dickinson is one of many women who accused Bill Cosby of rape. She will testify against the actor in April 2018.
Kimora Lee Simmons (Cycle 1)
After ANTM, Simmons divorced her husband Russell Simmons (who like Cosby has been accused of sexual assault), who is the father of her two daughters Ming and Aoki. From 2007-12, she was with actor Djimon Hounsou, with whom she has a son Kenzo. In 2013, she married investment banker Tim Leissner, and gave birth to a son Wolfe in 2015.
On the business front, she parted ways with Baby Phat in 2010 (which she founded with her ex), and had a stint as creative director for JustFab from 2011-15. She launched her own high-end line, Kimora Lee Simmons, in 2015. Like her friend Banks, Simmons has gone back to school. She’s both a student and guest lecturer at the University of Hartford.
J. Alexander (Cycles 5-13, 21-22)
Miss J. had an on/off stint on ANTM as a judge and runway coach. He still coaches runway today, is raising a teenaged son, and has a very active Twitter game, posting frequently about fashion and civil rights.
Nigel Barker (Cycles 2-18)
Noted fashion photographer Nigel Barker hosted his own modeling competition, The Face, as well as appearing in several international editions of Top Model. He’s still a highly sought photographer, a father to son Jack and daughter Jasmine, and an active philanthropist.
Nole Marin (Cycles 3-4)
Stylist Nole Marin has struggled since his time on the show. He opened his own agency, AIM Model Management, in NYC. He’s been sued for sexual harassment and not paying models their wages. He filed for bankruptcy in 2017 and has kept a relatively low profile. He frequently posts shots of shirtless male models on his Instagram page, but only judged female contestants while on ANTM.
Twiggy (Cycles 5-9)
At age 68, Twiggy Lawson still appears in front of the camera and is represented by top agency One Models in London. She is an avid animal rights activist as well.
Paulina Porizkova (Cycles 10-12)
Legendary supermodel Paulina Porizkova has two sons with rocker Ric Ocasek. She is a writer, having blogged for Huffington Post and had an op-ed in the New York Times. She posed nude for Sports Illustrated this year at age 52.
Andre Leon Talley (Cycles 14-17)
The former Editor at Large of Vogue still is a fixture at many fashion events. He was the subject of a documentary film, The Gospel According to Andre — that was screened at the 2016 Toronto International Film Festival and will be released commercially this year.
Kelly Cutrone (Cycles 17-22)
The sharp-tongued Cutrone is still CEO of the PR firm People’s Revolution. Late last year, she publicly accused Russell Simmons — the ex-husband of Kimora Lee Simmons — of attempting to rape her.
Bryanboy (Cycles 19-20)
A Filipino fashion blogger who was brought on as a social media correspondent for two cycles, Bryanboy continues to sit in front rows at many high fashion events. He has over 650k Instagram followers. In terms of ANTM judges, only Simmons and Banks have more.
Rob Evans (Cycles 19-20)
Boxer-turned-model Rob Evans ran into trouble of his own, getting accused of beating up another male model back in 2012. He’s signed with Major Models in NYC where he also does personal training.
