Season 2
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Tyson Beckford has some juicy details about Season 2's premiere.
March 4, 2009Bravotv.com: Let's dive right into the first episode. How is it different being a mentor this year?
The difference is that you're kind of part judge and part father at the same time. There's more stress on you because you want them to succeed. I always want them to do well. Even when I was a judge I always wanted them to do well. They're still kids and you always want them to succeed.
Bravotv.com: From the get-go they got thrown into a shoot. Have you ever done a shoot quite like that elevated box one before?
Up in the air like that? I can't say that I really have. I never had to do anything that crazy. As time goes by there are going to be things that kids are doing in fashion that we never really had the chance to do. There's gonna be a lot of stuff like that going on.
Bravotv.com: What was the direction the models were getting? What was the key to being successful?
The direction was that they were going to be put in front of an audience. A lot of times when your'e working you're put into an environment where everyone's watching and you're not really wearing a whole lot, but you still got to perform. What we wanted them to do was still sell the clothes that they were wearing, which was sexy and intimate sleepwear. They had to work it with their partner. Some of them were able to do it. Some of them really bombed at it. It was just their first time so it was understandable.
Bravotv.com: Let's go group by group and you can give your first impression of the models. What about Branden and Chris?
Branden was concerned about being grouped with Chris because he was gay. What did you notice with them? I talked them through it, I guess they had to cut that down. I spent a good deal talking to them. I told Brandon, "Look man, you're into girls." I turned to Chris and said, "Man, you're into boys." I told Brandon, "What do you have to worry about? What do your friends at home care? They're sitting on the couch and you're doing something with your life at 18 years old. Come on, buddy. Step up and be a man. All you gotta do is remain professional." And that's exactly what he did.
hey tyson great job mentoring the guys they need all the help they can get but its you so how can they loose and just to say maybe one day your son my take your spot so good luck and great job
Jenny Shimizu is gorge!!!
Tyson, aside from being handsome, your personality really shines on the show and it's always entertaining watching you!
Perou, i have a crush on. he is hylario!
This season, the show is completely different. We don't get to vote anymore???
Tyson -- my fave part of the first season was how you'd say "Ben, you're up for the vote" in this great voice. Cmon, let us vote again.
Tyson makes it worth watching - and we don't get to see enough of him. Maybe just give him his own show? or just clone him so we can all have one at home :) A man that can make a grown woman act like a giddy school girl should be preserved!
how do i apply for the show....can i be one of the models
IMABHO (anything-but), demoting Tyson from judge to mentor is a major mistake. When the judges discussed the models, Tyson was nowhere to be seen, and the show suffered a major drop in energy until he showed up again.
I realize one of the judges is an ex-model herself, but she doesn't have the presence Tyson does or that Nikki did, and the others are behind-the-scenes people--they've got a lot of expertise in their branch of the industry, but they don't have the charisma to carry the action themselves.
Get Tyson back at the judges' table, or I'll bet you anything that the ratings start to slide.
Tyson; Glad to see you back this season. I know you like
Linda Evanglista. On my last issue of Elle, I saw an ad
and she sure looked like Linda. Anyway, having said that
I am glad that you did not marry her.... cause I want to marry you. LOL. Anyway Tyson you look great as always.
Will see you on the "A-List Awards show. Keep up the good work.
Just a question about season 1. I just rewatched the finale, and Ben seemed none too happy to see his wife. Are they still together? Or did he break up with her, as it appeared he wanted to do?
Nikki just had a baby this week.
I like the new format and judges. Perdou is a trip!
Not sure why Ken was selected in the first place. Even he wasn't sure why he was on the show!!!
Sandhurst is very professional and has a great walk. He could go right to the runways and book multiple shows.
Same with Jonathan. Salome was too cocky, and it came back to bite her. Chris needs to step it up and find some testosterone when it's called for on a shoot. Right now he's too feminine all the time.
I'm glad both the guys and girls have mentors; it's important that they get both positive and negative feedback prior to the challenges so that they're better prepared. Here's hoping for a GREAT season 2!
What happened to Nikki? and Why all the new judges? its like a completely different show. I'm glad that you are still on!
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