Filed under: Donovan, TV Shows
Author: Donovan
Date: May 10, 2012
How many of you are still reeling from last night’s “America’s Next Top Model” episode? Like Rich, I’m in shock Tyra had the balls to not only let Eboni go, but not save her after Alisha quit. Who is this new Tyra? I can definitely get on board with this new version for Cycle 19, especially if she keeps us on our toes.
Speaking of which, this has to be one of the more unpredictable cycles in recent memory. I really thought, AzMarie had it in the bag, until she pissed off Banks. Then I thought it was Eboni’s for the taking. It’s been a few cycles since we’ve crowned a black winner, and thought Cycle 18 was it. Is Annaliese now the frontrunner, especially with Nigel’s comparison to fan-favorite Mercedes from Cycle 2?
In the next episode, the Final 3 pose for British fashion photographer Jez Smith. At the photo shoot for the “America’s Next Top Model” fragrance, Dream Come True, the stakes are raised as the models pose in front of the client, Hatch Beauty founder Ben Bennett. As cheesy as the ANTM fragrance is, I have to say, the images are absolutely stunning. Laura, Annaliese and Sophie all bring it. I can’t even imagine who the judges will cut. If Kelly Cutrone has her way, Annaliese is a goner. Check out the pics and see who you’d cut.

How gorgeous does Sophie look here in this candid backstage shot?

Mr. Jay giving Laura tips on how to model when trapped in a bottle. From his own personal experience, of course ;)

Here’s what Annaliese looks like in an outtake. Wait til you see the final photoshopped product.

How effervescent does Annaliese look? So charming. Sadly though, I think it’s her time to go… unless Tyra decides on a non-elimination week. Check out Sophie and Laura’s final pic in our ANTM Cycle 18 Gallery.
To check out all high-res pics from this episode, head over to our ANTM Cycle 18 gallery.
Tyson
May 10th, 2012 at 5:59 pm
It is sickeningly obvious that an American is going to win.
Crystal
May 10th, 2012 at 7:56 pm
I’m not so sure about that. I read an interview with Laura and she said modeling is a bunch of BS. She sounded really bitter. Maybe she lost. I think Sophie will win. She has the edit. I liked her and thought she should have won over Mecia in her cycle of BNTM, but has done well after the show. She was signed with Storm Models!
Zack
May 10th, 2012 at 8:07 pm
Annaliese’s photo is clearly not her best, just look at where her other arm is!
This is the fifth cycle were Tyra’s predecided a black winner, which does not do well, shocks everyone, or does something stupid. For example we see Angelea last cycle ( She was the original winner), then there is Tiffany (cycle 4) and dont forget Saleisha.
And besides it is a stupid decision to chose Annaliese for the winner because she is not a model! she is a presenter/host/personality. – Not a model
Laura’s got her bad attitude and has been getting a negative edit throughout the cycle, while sophie is always seen positive, quirky and cute. This could mean anything and everything.
Mike
May 10th, 2012 at 8:15 pm
I am so sick of people saying that Annaliese isn’t a model considering she’s one of the few that booked 2 shows on Toronto fashion week and, as revealed on her Vlog, STOLE the Julian Louie show from Sophie during the Dorchester challenge. Not to mention her portfolio is severely underrated.
John
May 11th, 2012 at 12:07 pm
Mike, I completely agree with you. Annaliese is so underrated! She has an amazing personality and she looked so high-fashion during the Dorchester challenge. But I wouldn’t mind if any of them win because I genuinely like them all although I really want Sophie to win!
Rich
May 11th, 2012 at 1:10 pm
She looks like she’s pleasuring herself
Jd
May 11th, 2012 at 8:20 pm
the ONLY reason I’m pretty sure Sophie wil win is that both Annaliese and Laura are doing some vlog on youtube about the show (and so is Catherine too). I haven’t watched any but I’m pretty sure the winner can’t do that.
Zack
May 11th, 2012 at 8:37 pm
Actually Sophie has a tumblr account in which she posts some videos about episodes and stuff like that, but not on a regular basis..
@Mike, I love Annaliese, but she does admit that she is a presenter, but can model if she wants to. She states in her recent blog that she does not mind modeling, and she believes that her personality is the reason why she gets most bookings.