Rita Ora to welcome 28 aspiring models to New York City in the season premiere. Ora debuts as the new host of the show as she furthers the legacy of Tyra Banks. Watch "America's Next Top Model' Season 23, Episode 1 online live stream, here.
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What Happens in "America's Next Top Model" Season 23, Episode 1?
According to the official synopsis, the premiere will see 28 budding models arrive at New York City, where they will be tested and only 14 contestants move ahead for the next challenge. The 14 contestants will meet celebrity designers Philipp Plein and LaQuan Smith.
While speaking to ET Online, Ora praised Banks and called her the "queen." She stated that Banks has been supportive. She added that this gig was never about filling Banks's shoes but she was taking her legacy and making it their own with a brand new panel.
Will Banks appear in "America's Next Top Model" Season 23?
Ora revealed that Banks is the executive producer of the show and makes a cameo in the start of episode 1 of this year's season.
She also talked about hosting the reality show and stated that she love the girls in "America's Next Top Model."
"I wanted to really find a superstar. I think we all do -- somebody that can really compete in this industry in the world we live in and with social media, just being a superstar in all boundaries," Ora said to ET Online.
"America's Next Top Model" Season 23 premieres Monday, Dec. 12 on VH1.
