Okay, so let me tell you about this fun little project I tackled. I was totally hooked on “America’s Next Top Model” back in the day, right? And of course, like everyone else, I had my favorite contestants. So I thought, why not put together a definitive ranking, based on… well, my very scientific opinion, naturally!
First things first, I started by making a list. I went back and binge-watched a bunch of cycles. It was a total blast from the past! I jotted down all the contestants who I remembered being fan favorites, or at least, the ones who made a big impression on me. This part was easy, just pure nostalgia fueling the whole thing.
Then came the harder part: narrowing it down. There were SO many contestants! So, I set some ground rules for myself. I decided to focus on girls who not only had great personalities and brought the drama (because let’s be real, that’s half the fun!), but also showed some actual potential as models. That helped me whittle down the list a bit.
Next, I started ranking. This is where it got really subjective. I considered things like their overall performance on the show, their post-ANTM careers (if they had any), and, of course, that undefinable “it” factor. I went back and watched key episodes, paying close attention to their photoshoots, their challenges, and their interactions with the other girls and the judges. It was serious business, people!
I created a simple spreadsheet to keep track of my rankings and my reasoning. It was just a basic thing, nothing fancy. One column for the contestant’s name, one for their cycle, and one for my ranking and a brief explanation. I moved names around constantly, agonizing over the smallest details. Should I put Yaya above Eva? Was Allison really that weird? These were the questions that kept me up at night!
Faced some tough choices, let me tell you! Some girls were amazing models but didn’t have the most captivating personalities. Others were reality TV gold, but their photos weren’t always on point. Finding the right balance was key. I also tried to be fair and acknowledge that the show was sometimes… well, a little problematic. So I took that into consideration too.
After what felt like weeks of deliberation, I finally had my list. I double-checked everything, made a few last-minute tweaks, and then… boom! Done. A (totally unofficial and completely biased) ranking of America’s Next Top Model fan favorite contestants, ready for the world to see.
Of course, it’s all just for fun. Everyone has their own favorites, and that’s what makes it interesting! But it was a fun little project, and it gave me a good excuse to re-watch some classic ANTM moments. Totally worth it!
