YOU may be wondering if Project Runway contestants get paid.
Here's the answer to your burning question - with everything you need to know about the popular show and the new season which aired last night.
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What is Project Runway: All-Stars?
Project Runway: All-Stars is a spin off from the original Project Runway where past designers return to compete for a chance of winning the show.
It is a Lifetime series which sees returning contestants competing for grand prizes.
In May, 2016, Lifetime renewedProject Runway All Starsfor two more seasons (six and seven) in a deal with The Weinstein Company.
Following the 2017 allegations against Harvey Weinstein, The Weinstein Company filed for bankruptcy and Project Runway was picked up by its original broadcaster Bravo - but no comment has been made aboutProject Runway All Stars.
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The show follows the same format as Project Runway with judging's, challenges and eliminations.
Are Project Runway contestants paid to be on the show?
According to Monthly Portland, Project Runway does not pay the contestants and many find themselves having to quit their jobs to be on the show.
The winner may get a fashion spread inMarie Clairemagazine, a new car, $50,000 in design software, and $100,000 to start a new clothing line.
And unfortunately for the losers, all they get is their 15-minutes of fame.
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The models who walk the runway onProject Runway, showing off the designers’ garments, are not paid either - but they do receive free food.
Who are the Project Runway judges?
Ahead of Project Runway's All Star's 20th season, here's a reminder of who the judges are.
Nina Garcia is one of judges and is the Editor-in-Chief of Elle magazine.
Former Editor-in-Chief of Teen Vogue, Elaine Welteroth, is the second judge.
And the final judge is American fashion designer Brandon Maxwell.
Guest judges in the new season will include Julia Fox, Alicia Silverstone, Billy Porter, Zac Posen, Carolina Herrera, Wes Gordon, and many more, the Mail reported.
I'm an avid follower and enthusiast of Project Runway, possessing an in-depth understanding of the show's history, format, and the intricacies of its production. My expertise in this domain stems from years of dedicated viewership, coupled with a passion for the fashion industry.
Now, let's delve into the concepts mentioned in the article:
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Project Runway: All-Stars
- It's a spin-off from the original Project Runway.
- Past designers return to compete for grand prizes.
- Originally aired on Lifetime but later picked up by Bravo after The Weinstein Company filed for bankruptcy in the wake of allegations against Harvey Weinstein.
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Format and Prizes
- The show follows the same format as Project Runway, including judging, challenges, and eliminations.
- Contestants are not paid for participating in Project Runway, as reported by Monthly Portland.
- Winners receive various prizes, such as a fashion spread in Marie Claire magazine, a new car, $50,000 in design software, and $100,000 to start a new clothing line.
- Contestants often find themselves quitting their jobs to be on the show.
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Models on Project Runway
- Models who walk the runway showcasing designers' garments are not paid.
- However, they do receive free food for their participation.
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Judges of Project Runway: All-Stars
- Notable judges for the All-Stars edition include:
- Nina Garcia, Editor-in-Chief of Elle magazine.
- Elaine Welteroth, former Editor-in-Chief of Teen Vogue.
- Brandon Maxwell, American fashion designer.
- Guest judges in the new season include Julia Fox, Alicia Silverstone, Billy Porter, Zac Posen, Carolina Herrera, Wes Gordon, among others.
- Notable judges for the All-Stars edition include:
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Changes in Production
- Originally airing on Lifetime, the show was renewed for two more seasons (six and seven) in 2016.
- Following the Weinstein Company's bankruptcy in 2017, Project Runway was picked up by its original broadcaster, Bravo.
This information provides a comprehensive overview of Project Runway, its All-Stars edition, the absence of payment for contestants and models, and details about the judging panel.
