Unfiltered, Closer Look at "Germany's Next Topmodel" Outburst
- Criticism surrounding the "Toilet Pose" has been debunked.
The '60s vibe is strong for the latest "GNTM" (airs wednesdays and thursdays, 8:15 PM, ProSeven or on joyn) with the iconic Twiggy (75) joining Heidi Klum (51). But the set's not quite as groovy as it seems, with a heated spat between the models and photographer Yu Tsai.
Rough Morning Shoot
On a day that calls for spinning back the clock, even Heidi Klum, known as an "absolute morning person," wakes the sleepy models with a booming megaphone. "Good morning!" Alas, some models, like Lulu (32), aren't too pumped: "I appreciate Heidi as a very loving person. I don't know what got into her today," sighs Lulu.
The Great Headshot Debate
Today's shoot demands a natural "just woke up" look, and Yu Tsai is at the helm. The self-proclaimed "strict teacher" is renowned for no-nonsense photos and sharp instructions. But things took a turn when Lulu struggled to capture the right vibe, leading Yu Tsai to rip into her. When Lulu squatted down, he repeatedly quipped, "You look like you're on the toilet."
Lulu found the comments disrespectful, stating, "He wasn't very nice." However, Yu Tsai insisted his criticism was "standard." The uproar didn't stop there. Lulu's mother, Katrin (56), also in the competition, wasn't pleased. "Whoever insults my child insults me too," she threatened. Despite Katrin's pleas for an apology, Yu Tsai held firm.
Mixed Feedback Session
At the critique session, Magdalena (21), Josy (19), Zoe (19), Daniela (20), and Canel (26) earned praise for their performances. Meanwhile, Lulu, Eva (26), Aaliyah (22), and Jule (21) fell short. Twiggy herself bluntly stated that Jule "lacks that certain something." That meant a sad exit for Jule, leaving her in tears.
The stakes were high, as the models moved on to an old Munich castle for a fashion show inspired by the '60s. The models were tasked with channeling the spirit of the era with their "funky walk." Twiggy herself made an appearance, with Annett (46) delivering an outstanding performance that left Heidi Klum impressed. Katrin also delivered, earning praise from Yu Tsai himself: "You were much better than your daughter."
The Verdict
With the competition heating up, next week's episode is set in sunny Los Angeles. The remaining models will need their A-game on, as they continue to be faced with grueling photo shoots and catty critique. They'll need to prove their mettle to secure their spot in the competition.
Germany's Next Topmodel Annett (46), Katharina (24), Lisa (19), Eva (26), Jule (21), Katrin (56), Lulu (32), Magdalena (21), Josy (19), Zoe (19), Daniela (20), Canel (26), Aaliyah (22), Heidi Klum, Yu Tsai
- Tough Judge
- Motherly Love
- Tension
- Funky Walk
- Los Angeles
- Heidi Klum
- Photography
- Performance
- Criticism
- Old School
- Fashion Castles
- Twiggy, mother of a contestant, expressed her disapproval of Yu Tsai's harsh criticism towards her daughter, Lulu, during a heated moment on the set of Germany's Next Topmodel.
- Heidi Klum, despite typically being an "absolute morning person," woke the models up with a loud megaphone, a method that did not please all the contestants, such as Lulu, who found it frustrating.
- In a debate about appropriate headshot poses, Yu Tsai, known for his strict teaching style, was criticized by the contestant Lulu for his disrespectful comments, leading to tension between the two.
