Britain's Missing Top Model

Britain's Missing Top Model (2008)

EndedReality show

Eight beautiful disabled girls, desperate to be models, battle it out to win the prize of a fashion shoot in top style magazine Marie Claire, photographed by Rankin.

Network
Scheduleevery Tuesday at 21:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E06What Happened Nextaoût 5, 2008
S01E05The Finaljuil. 29, 2008
S01E04Episode 4juil. 22, 2008
S01E03Episode 3juil. 15, 2008
S01E02Episode 2juil. 8, 2008
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Britain's Missing Top Model premiere?

Britain's Missing Top Model premiered on November 4, 2008.

What was the concept of the show?

The show was a British reality TV series aimed to find a top model with a disability.

Who was the host of the show?

The host of the show was former model, Kelly Knox, who won the title of Britain's First Disabled Model in 2008.

How many women were featured on the show?

The show featured eight women with disabilities.

How long was each episode of the show?

Each episode of the show was 60 minutes long.

What types of disabilities did the contestants have?

The contestants had a range of disabilities including muscular dystrophy, missing limbs, deafness, and partial sight.

What were some of the challenges that the contestants had to complete?

The contestants had to complete various challenges such as photoshoots, catwalks, and interviews with clients.

How was the winner of the show determined?

The winner of the show was determined by the judges, who assessed the contestants based on their performance in each challenge.

Who were the judges of the show?

The judges of the show were model coach, Marlene Wallach, fashion expert, Gerry DeVeaux, and model, Charley Speed.

Did the show receive any awards?

Yes, Britain's Missing Top Model won the BAFTA Television Award for Best Factual Series in 2009.

Where was the show filmed?

The show was filmed in various locations in London, England.

Did the show feature any international contestants?

No, all of the contestants on the show were from the UK.

Did the show receive any criticisms?

Yes, the show received some criticism from disability rights activists who felt that it perpetuated the idea that people with disabilities need to be "fixed" and that the concept was exploitative.

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