Here's the Real Reason Why Heidi Klum Left 'Project Runway'
Project Runway recently returned to Bravo for its 17th season.
Longtime host and judge Heidi Klum did not return to the show, however.
Instead, Heidi is launching a new fashion competition show on Amazon Prime Video with her Project Runway co-host, Tim Gunn.
Project Runway made a much-anticipated return to TV this month after a year and a half off the air and a (second) network change. But the 17th season of the beloved competition show is missing a major player: Heidi Klum.
A true fashion icon, Heidi helped to create Project Runway and served as a judge, host, and executive producer for all 16 of its original seasons. So understandably, her seemingly sudden departure has fans wondering: Why did Heidi Klum leave Project Runway at all?!
As it turns out, Heidi isn't leaving fashion TV entirely. In fact, she and her Project Runway costar Tim Gunn are both launching a brand-new project with Amazon Prime Video.
"After 16 incredible seasons, I am saying 'Auf Wiedersehen' to Project Runway, a show that I was honored to host and help create," Heidi announced back in September 2018. "I'm most excited that my journey with my dear friend and colleague, Tim Gunn, is far from over. We will be partnering with Amazon for a new show, and we're excited for everyone to see what we're designing next!"
Although details on Heidi and Tim's upcoming Amazon show are pretty limited, People reports that the series will be a "fresh take" on competition-based reality TV and, of course, will center around fashion. The show will also involve a "shoppable experience" for Amazon viewers.
In Heidi and Tim's absence, Project Runway (now back on Bravo) is continuing on with renowned model Karlie Kloss as host and former contestant/fashion designer Christian Siriano as mentor. Judges Elaine Welteroth, Brandon Maxwell, and Nina Garcia also remain with the cast.
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