Over twenty years after first launching on Bravo, “Project Runway” is getting a revamp. The beloved fashion competition underwent a complete creative overhaul as it moved from Bravo to Disney and Freeform, bringing back original host Heidi Klum and embracing fresh voices in fashion by welcoming celebrity stylist Law Roach as a judge.
But for executive producer Michael Rucker, who returns to “Project Runway” after serving as an EP for the first five seasons before the show’s Season 6 move to Lifetime, the revamp is more than just a switch-up of the judging panel; it’s a much-needed chance to infuse comedy and spectacle back into the series.
“The format was tried and true, but … from a visual storytelling standard point, I feel like it rested on its laurels,” Rucker told TheWrap. “After those first five seasons, it drifted away from funny moments … and moments of awkwardness.”
That’s why Rucker embraced the show,...
But for executive producer Michael Rucker, who returns to “Project Runway” after serving as an EP for the first five seasons before the show’s Season 6 move to Lifetime, the revamp is more than just a switch-up of the judging panel; it’s a much-needed chance to infuse comedy and spectacle back into the series.
“The format was tried and true, but … from a visual storytelling standard point, I feel like it rested on its laurels,” Rucker told TheWrap. “After those first five seasons, it drifted away from funny moments … and moments of awkwardness.”
That’s why Rucker embraced the show,...
- 8/1/2025
- by Loree Seitz
- The Wrap
Project Runway is officially back!
After a two-year break and a move from Bravo to Freeform, the iconic fashion competition series is returning for Season 21, and this season is bigger than ever.
Original host Heidi Klum is back to lead the series, alongside beloved mentor Christian Siriano. A new group of designers, including familiar faces, fresh talent, twin brothers, and even a drag superstar, will be competing for fashion glory.
The show will also feature a refreshed judging panel and plenty of exciting guest stars, plus a few new twists.
Keep reading to find out more…
1. The Hosts & Judges
It wouldn’t be Project Runway without Heidi Klum, who returns as host and head judge for Season 21.
She’s joined by season 4 winner Christian Siriano, back as mentor to guide the designers through the grueling competition.
On the judging panel this season are returning judge Nina Garcia, editor-in-chief of Elle magazine,...
After a two-year break and a move from Bravo to Freeform, the iconic fashion competition series is returning for Season 21, and this season is bigger than ever.
Original host Heidi Klum is back to lead the series, alongside beloved mentor Christian Siriano. A new group of designers, including familiar faces, fresh talent, twin brothers, and even a drag superstar, will be competing for fashion glory.
The show will also feature a refreshed judging panel and plenty of exciting guest stars, plus a few new twists.
Keep reading to find out more…
1. The Hosts & Judges
It wouldn’t be Project Runway without Heidi Klum, who returns as host and head judge for Season 21.
She’s joined by season 4 winner Christian Siriano, back as mentor to guide the designers through the grueling competition.
On the judging panel this season are returning judge Nina Garcia, editor-in-chief of Elle magazine,...
- 7/31/2025
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Heidi Klum is officially back on Project Runway in the trailer for season 21 of the beloved fashion series.
In the first-look clip of the brand new season, Klum can be seen reentering the workroom alongside contestant mentor Christian Siriano. Season 21 marks the first time the two legendary fashion figures will be working alongside each other on the reality TV show after Siriano won season four back in 2007.
“Now that’s an entrance,” Siriano exclaimed as the pool of designers screamed and cheered for Klum’s monumental Project Runway return. Returning guest judge Nina Garcia was also introduced in the trailer alongside new judge Law Roach, giving viewers a glimpse at the fresh dynamic among the judges panel.
The remainder of the trailer teases drama among the designers — and with the judges. Contestants vying to win season 21 of Project Runway include RuPaul’s Drag Race alum Ethan Mundt, season seven’s Jesus Estrada,...
In the first-look clip of the brand new season, Klum can be seen reentering the workroom alongside contestant mentor Christian Siriano. Season 21 marks the first time the two legendary fashion figures will be working alongside each other on the reality TV show after Siriano won season four back in 2007.
“Now that’s an entrance,” Siriano exclaimed as the pool of designers screamed and cheered for Klum’s monumental Project Runway return. Returning guest judge Nina Garcia was also introduced in the trailer alongside new judge Law Roach, giving viewers a glimpse at the fresh dynamic among the judges panel.
The remainder of the trailer teases drama among the designers — and with the judges. Contestants vying to win season 21 of Project Runway include RuPaul’s Drag Race alum Ethan Mundt, season seven’s Jesus Estrada,...
- 7/1/2025
- by McKinley Franklin
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
One day you’re in, the next day you’re out … but then one day you could be back in again.
That’s the case for Heidi Klum, who returns to host “Project Runway” as seen in the Season 21 trailer out Tuesday after exiting the fashion design competition at the end of Season 16 in 2017.
“We’re in a new home, with new rules,” the supermodel teases in the trailer, which also showcases a revamped workroom.
Joining her will be Season 4 winner Christian Siriano as mentor — since Klum’s former “Making the Cut” co-host Tim Gunn will not be returning — as well as series mainstay Nina García and new judge Law Roach.
Meanwhile, some notable contestants this time around include “RuPaul’s Drag Race” Season 13 star Utica, aka Ethan Mundt; as well as three previous “Project Runway” contestants — Jesus Estrada from Season 7, Caycee Black from Season 19 and Veejay Floresca from “Project Runway Philippines.
That’s the case for Heidi Klum, who returns to host “Project Runway” as seen in the Season 21 trailer out Tuesday after exiting the fashion design competition at the end of Season 16 in 2017.
“We’re in a new home, with new rules,” the supermodel teases in the trailer, which also showcases a revamped workroom.
Joining her will be Season 4 winner Christian Siriano as mentor — since Klum’s former “Making the Cut” co-host Tim Gunn will not be returning — as well as series mainstay Nina García and new judge Law Roach.
Meanwhile, some notable contestants this time around include “RuPaul’s Drag Race” Season 13 star Utica, aka Ethan Mundt; as well as three previous “Project Runway” contestants — Jesus Estrada from Season 7, Caycee Black from Season 19 and Veejay Floresca from “Project Runway Philippines.
- 7/1/2025
- by JD Knapp
- The Wrap
Project Runway Season 21 (Photo Credit – YouTube)
Project Runway is back with its 21st season, and the return of Heidi Klum as the host has already increased the excitement of the fans. The edition will premiere on July 31, 2025, on Freeform. Heidi will join Nina Garcia and Law Roach as the judges. Here’s which contestants will take part this time.
Project Runway Season 21: Meet The Contestants Alex Foxworth
She grew up in Greensboro and is a sharp and opinionated designer. She is “the juxtaposition of Southerner meets New Yorker” who is inspired by her Japanese grandmother and includes traditional kimono into designs.
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Angelo Rosa
He is a single dad and a streetwear designer from Providence. Angelo “fuses his Dominican heritage with his New York grit” and blends “luxury streetwear with bold, edgy details that reflect his creativity and resilience.
Project Runway is back with its 21st season, and the return of Heidi Klum as the host has already increased the excitement of the fans. The edition will premiere on July 31, 2025, on Freeform. Heidi will join Nina Garcia and Law Roach as the judges. Here’s which contestants will take part this time.
Project Runway Season 21: Meet The Contestants Alex Foxworth
She grew up in Greensboro and is a sharp and opinionated designer. She is “the juxtaposition of Southerner meets New Yorker” who is inspired by her Japanese grandmother and includes traditional kimono into designs.
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A post shared by Christine Storey Smith (@christine_storey_smith)
Angelo Rosa
He is a single dad and a streetwear designer from Providence. Angelo “fuses his Dominican heritage with his New York grit” and blends “luxury streetwear with bold, edgy details that reflect his creativity and resilience.
- 6/13/2025
- by Meenal Chathli
- KoiMoi
RuPaul’s Drag Race has officially entered the Project Runway workroom.
With the reveal of a new slate of competitors Wednesday, Drag Race alum Utica Queen has officially joined the cast of Project Runway season 21. On the fashion show, Utica will go by Ethan Mundt, his real name, marking the first-ever crossover between the two beloved reality TV shows.
The Freeform series revealed its batch of 12 fashion designers, including two former Project Runway contestants, season 7’s Jesus Estrada and season 19’s Caycee Black. The rest of the cast includes Alex Foxworth, Angelo Rosa, Antonio Estrada (Jesus’ twin), Belania Daley, Joan Madison, Joseph McRae, Madeline Malenfant, Veejay Floresca and Yuchen Han.
Mundt said of his pivot to Project Runway, “Walking into the Project Runway workroom felt like stepping into a dream, but even more surreal was walking in wearing something that carries the spirit of Drag with me.”
“This moment marks the...
With the reveal of a new slate of competitors Wednesday, Drag Race alum Utica Queen has officially joined the cast of Project Runway season 21. On the fashion show, Utica will go by Ethan Mundt, his real name, marking the first-ever crossover between the two beloved reality TV shows.
The Freeform series revealed its batch of 12 fashion designers, including two former Project Runway contestants, season 7’s Jesus Estrada and season 19’s Caycee Black. The rest of the cast includes Alex Foxworth, Angelo Rosa, Antonio Estrada (Jesus’ twin), Belania Daley, Joan Madison, Joseph McRae, Madeline Malenfant, Veejay Floresca and Yuchen Han.
Mundt said of his pivot to Project Runway, “Walking into the Project Runway workroom felt like stepping into a dream, but even more surreal was walking in wearing something that carries the spirit of Drag with me.”
“This moment marks the...
- 6/11/2025
- by McKinley Franklin
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
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