Alright, let's dive headfirst into a world of smizing, posing, and questionable challenges! Remember America's Next Top Model, Cycle 22? The one where guys finally got to strut their stuff alongside the ladies? Oh, the drama, the Tyra-isms, the fierce competition! But what happened after the confetti settled and the cameras stopped rolling?
The Winner's Circle (and Beyond!)
First up, we gotta talk about Nyle DiMarco! He was the deaf contestant who absolutely slayed, proving that communication is so much more than just words. He took home the crown, and deservedly so!
Post-ANTM, Nyle's star has just kept shining. He won Dancing with the Stars, proving he can move more than just his eyebrows. He's become a huge advocate for the deaf community, using his platform for good. Talk about a winner!
The Runners-Up and Fan Favourites
Let's not forget the other amazing contestants! Mamé Adjei, the stunning runner-up, has continued to model and act. She's giving us serious #goals with her globetrotting adventures.
Then there's Lacey Rogers! This small-town beauty proved she could hang with the best of them. She's still rocking the modeling world, and looking fabulous while doing it.
What about Mikey Heverly? He's still working it as a model. Good for him!
Life After Top Model: Not Always Runways and Roses
Now, let's be real. Not everyone ends up on magazine covers after the show. That's just the nature of the beast. But that doesn't mean they disappeared!
Some contestants decided the modeling life wasn't for them, and that's totally okay! They've gone on to pursue other passions, like starting businesses, focusing on family, or even becoming social media influencers. Hey, gotta hustle!
For instance, Devin Clark, the king of "pot ledom," has kept his social media game strong. He's giving us life and laughs. You go, Devin!
The Enduring Legacy of Cycle 22
One thing's for sure, America's Next Top Model, Cycle 22, left its mark. It was one of the first cycles to include male models, shaking things up and bringing a whole new dynamic to the show. It was reality TV gold.
And let's be honest, who doesn't love a good dose of Tyra Banks? Her catchphrases, her over-the-top photoshoots, her unwavering belief in everyone's potential... it was all so iconic! We miss that!
So, whether they're gracing magazine covers, building empires, or just living their best lives, the contestants from America's Next Top Model Cycle 22 are proof that life after reality TV can be whatever you make it. Now, go strike a pose!