Adrianne Curry Criticizes ‘Woke Lens’ Reexamination of “America’s Next Top Model”

Adrianne Curry, the first winner of America’s Next Top Model (ANTM), has openly criticized the upcoming Netflix docuseries about the iconic modeling competition. In a series of social media posts on January 26, 2024, she expressed her concerns over revisiting the show through a “woke lens,” emphasizing her distrust of how producers might portray contestants.

Curry’s Decision to Withdraw from the Docuseries

Curry, who won the inaugural cycle of ANTM in 2003, stated that she chose not to participate in the docuseries, titled “Reality Check: Inside America’s Next Top Model,” due to worries about how her remarks could be manipulated. “I don’t trust people to not manipulate things I say for TV, so I decline everything,” she explained.

Concerns About Public Perception

The 43-year-old model voiced her apprehensions regarding public scrutiny in today’s social media-driven atmosphere. She mentioned, “The public is cult-like and cruel, so the last thing I want is a bunch of eyeballs on me.”

Release Date and Content of the Docuseries

Netflix is set to premiere the three-part documentary on February 16, 2024. The series will examine ANTM’s complex legacy, showcasing its contributions to diversity in modeling alongside criticisms about its harsh treatment of contestants.

• Program Title: Reality Check: Inside America’s Next Top Model
• Premiere Date: February 16, 2024
• Content Highlights:
  • Groundbreaking visibility for underrepresented models
  • Harsh judging practices
  • Controversial challenges and extreme makeovers
  • Treatment of contestants

Tyra Banks’ Reflection on the Show

In the trailer, host and creator Tyra Banks acknowledges that the show sometimes went too far. “It was very intense, but you guys were demanding it, so we kept pushing it,” Banks stated, as snippets of controversial moments flashed on screen.

Social Media Reaction

Curry’s criticisms have sparked conversations online, particularly regarding the participation of former judges and producers, including Ken Mok and Jay Manuel. Some viewers have argued that their selective critiques of the past appear hypocritical given their involvement. “It’s crazy that the Jays are acting like they can NOT believe the things Tyra was doing,” remarked a fan.

Adrianne Curry’s Ongoing Influence

Though Curry left the modeling world behind and now resides in Montana with her husband, she continues to actively voice concerns about the industry’s practices. This isn’t the first time she has shared her feelings about the show. In a 2024 interview, she described her experience on ANTM as a “cutthroat” reality that taught her about distrust in the industry.

Curry’s reflections resonate deeply with audiences who have followed her journey. As the docuseries approaches its premiere, many await to see how past participants’ stories will be framed within this new narrative.