Supermodel and television personality Heidi Klum is making a triumphant return to "Project Runway," the fashion design competition show she previously hosted for 13 years. The news comes after Klum's departure from the series in 2018.
During her original run from 2004 to 2017, Klum became the face of the show alongside co-host Tim Gunn. Her hosting prowess earned her an Emmy Award in 2013, shared with Gunn, and garnered nine Emmy nominations throughout her tenure.
The show, which began on Bravo before moving to Lifetime and then back to Bravo, will now find a new home on Freeform, Disney+, and Hulu. Throughout its run, "Project Runway" has launched the careers of numerous fashion designers, including Christian Siriano, who has become a prominent figure in the industry since winning season 4.
Klum's presence on the show was marked by her signature "auf wiedersehen" farewell to eliminated contestants and her own fashion-forward appearances. Each episode showcased her style evolution, from sophisticated pantsuits to metallic minidresses, reflecting the changing trends of the time.
The German supermodel's return marks a new chapter for the series, which has expanded beyond its original format to include All Stars seasons and Project Runway: Junior, featuring designers of various ages and backgrounds.
In 2018, both Klum and Gunn departed the show after season 16. Their exit marked the end of an era for the fashion competition series, which has remained a influential platform for emerging design talent since its inception in 2004.