What’s a model reality show without a good hit of drama? Naomi Campbell’s The Face TV show premiered last night on Foxtel, complete with a take down between Campbell herself, and Nicole Trunfio.
Naomi Campbell has already launched American and British versions of The Face, and this year Foxtel recreates the show in Australia with Campbell as mentor and judge. Campbell is known for her short fuse (she was accused 10 times of committing violent acts against employees, associates and more between 1998 and 2008), and she lived up to her reputation in the premiere.
Naomi Campbell and Nicole Trunfio came into conflict over 18 year old aspiring model, Sarah. The two models each wanted Sarah as part of their teams, and after Nicole suggested that she might have more time to spend with contestants than Naomi, Naomi hurled an expletive at Nicole and stormed off set.
Despite the fiery premiere, Campbell has had positive things about working on The Face tv show in Australia, saying, ‘Australia has beautiful girls and they have always been big in the industry. It’s not my first time here, I think Aussies are fun, hardworking people.’
Guide to The Face tv show:
The Premise: Think The Voice crossed with Australia’s Next Top Model. Three teams of aspiring models, each led by a supermodel coach, are guided through real life assignments including photo shoots and commercials.
The supermodels mentor the aspiring models, imparting the lessons and skills that they have learned to guide their teams through challenges revolving round the challenges of having a career as a model and being the face of a brand.
The top 12 models move into the Model Loft where they will live in close quarters until they are each eliminated. Drama, excitement, and memorable model moments ensue.
The Supermodels: Naomi Campbell, Cheyenne Tozzi, and Nicole Trunfio, play the roles of model mentors, each captaining a team of four young models.
The Host: Acclaimed fashion photographer Georges Antoni plays host on The Face.
The Prize: The winner of the show will win a real contract as the brand ambassador for Fresh Effects by Olay, kicking off a fabulous career in the modelling industry.
