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Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Model Search

Series Overview

The Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Model Search is a reality TV show produced by NBC that debuted in January 2005, prior to the launch of that year's Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue. The purpose of the show was to document twelve previously unknown fashion models as they competed against one another for a grand prize. In this case, it was a pictorial in the 2005 edition of the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue and a modeling contract with NEXT Model Management worth one million US dollars. The twelve contestants were chosen after NBC and Sports Illustrated launched a nation-wide search, processing around 3,000 potential women. The three-judge panel consisted of Roshumba Williams, Joel Wilkenfeld and Jule Campbell. Competitions would include how well the contestants did on their photo shoots and their rigorous fitness tests. Based on these, the aforementioned judges would choose who "made the cut" and who would be let go from the competition, until there were two finalists. The show's tagline was "The business of being beautiful is about to get ugly."

Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.

EndedReality
Original Network
NBC
Episodes & Seasons

1 Season • 6 Episodes

60 min per episode

Air Date Window

2005 – 2005

Premiered: Wed, Jan 5, 2005

Created By

Creative Production Team

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Wed, Feb 9, 2005

Season 1, Episode 6: “Down To The Final Two...Time For The Viewers To Decide”

With the final elimination looming, the two finalists head home for some much-needed time with their families and to prepare for the viewers' decision. However, one final surprise awaits them in Los Angeles as the voted off contestants join them for this final decision with one model walking away with a $1,000,000 modeling contract and the knowledge that she has made it onto the pages of the world-renowned Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue.

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Producers

Gavin Polone

Department Leadership Roster

Gavin Polone

Gavin Polone

Producer

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Model Search.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Model Search

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What is Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Model Search about?

The Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Model Search is a reality TV show produced by NBC that debuted in January 2005, prior to the launch of that year's Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue. The purpose of the show was to document twelve previously unknown fashion models as they competed against one another for a grand prize. In this case, it was a pictorial in the 2005 edition of the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue and a modeling contract with NEXT Model Management worth one million US dollars. The twelve contestants were chosen after NBC and Sports Illustrated launched a nation-wide search, processing around 3,000 potential women. The three-judge panel consisted of Roshumba Williams, Joel Wilkenfeld and Jule Campbell. Competitions would include how well the contestants did on their photo shoots and their rigorous fitness tests. Based on these, the aforementioned judges would choose who "made the cut" and who would be let go from the competition, until there were two finalists. The show's tagline was "The business of being beautiful is about to get ugly."

How many seasons does Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Model Search have?

Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Model Search comprises 1 season available to explore.

Who stars in Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Model Search?

Key cast members in Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Model Search include Shantel VanSanten, Alicia Hall, Roshumba Williams.

Who created or directed Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Model Search?

Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Model Search was developed and directed by Not specified.