Ann Ward
Ann Ward | |
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Born | Ann Marie Ward April 20, 1991 |
Modeling information | |
Height | 6 ft 2 in (1.88 m)[1] |
Hair color | Brown[1] |
Eye color | Blue[1] |
Agency | Paragon Model Management |
Website | https://www.instagram.com/annmward91/ |
Ann Marie Ward
Early life
Ward states that Dallas, Texas is her hometown, although she hails from nearby Prosper, a small suburb that straddles Collin and Denton counties.[1][4] She graduated from Prosper High School in 2009.[4] She stated repeatedly that she was mocked during school due to her height and slim figure, which caused her to develop self-confidence problems.[5]
America's Next Top Model
In 2010, Ward appeared in
Ann is this season's breakout star, beginning the cycle with a five-show best picture streak unprecedented in Tyra-town. Her waifish face, slightly large ears, and super-tall super-skeletal frame endeared her to fashion houses and photographers, though she suffered whenever a challenge required her to speak in public.
Ward was the first call-out for best photo for the first five weeks of the show, a Top Model first.[4][9] However, although her photos were lauded, she was also noted for her shyness, insecurity and awkwardness outside of photo shoots, as well as her difficulty during challenges that required talking.[8][10] The Los Angeles Times described her as "the most reclusive and shy model to get this far in a cycle to date".[8]
In the season finale, Ward and fellow contestant Chelsey Hersley filmed a
Post-ANTM career
Modeling
After her victory to become the 15th season winner of America's Next Top Model, she covered various magazines and spreads, campaigns, and walked multiple fashion shows across America, Europe, Africa, and Asia.[14]
Ward's cover of Beauty In Vogue was published in May 2011 and her editorial in Vogue Italia was published in March 2011, shot by
She walked for Alex London with
Ward has been included in various retrospective lists regarding the best America's Next Top Model contestants. Marie Claire included Ward on a list of the 24 best American's Next Top Model contestants, commenting that she "glowed with charisma in spite of—or, really because of—her physical awkwardness."[17]
Other ventures
Outside of modeling, Ward has been noted to enjoy drawing and sharing her art onto her Tumblr, Instagram, and Twitter accounts.[18][19] The New York Times additionally wrote that Ward live streams herself drawing comic and anime characters.[19]
References
- ^ The CW Television Network. December 2010. Archived from the originalon November 5, 2010.
- ^ "Texas Births, 1926-1955". Family Tree Legends. Archived from the original on August 12, 2014. Retrieved July 29, 2018.
- ^ "Ann Ward". Fashion Model Directory. Retrieved February 3, 2011.
- ^ Dallas Morning News. Archived from the originalon January 5, 2011. Retrieved December 1, 2010.
- ^ a b c Catlin, Roger (December 1, 2010). "Ann Wins 'America's Next Top Model'". Hartford Courant. Archived from the original on July 8, 2012. Retrieved December 1, 2010.
- ^ a b Marikar, Sheila (August 16, 2010). "'America's Next Top Model' Contestant Shows Off Shockingly Thin Waist". ABC News. Archived from the original on 7 November 2010. Retrieved December 1, 2010.
- ^ "Tyra Banks: 'We Truly Apologize' for Anger Over 'Top Model' Promo". People. August 16, 2010. Retrieved December 1, 2010.
- ^ a b c "'America's Next Top Model': Will Ann or Chelsey take the prize?". Los Angeles Times. November 30, 2010. Retrieved December 1, 2010.
- ^ E! Online. Retrieved December 1, 2010.
- ^ Nededog, Jethro (December 1, 2010). "'America's Next Top Model' finale: Ann or Chelsey? Vote!". Los Angeles Times. Archived from the original on December 4, 2010. Retrieved December 1, 2010.
- ^ Guerra, Joey (December 1, 2010). "ANTM: Long, tall Texan". Houston Chronicle. Retrieved December 1, 2010.
- ^ Blaskovich, Sarah (December 1, 2010). "America's Next Top Model picked Dallas woman Ann as winner". Pegasus News. Archived from the original on December 3, 2010. Retrieved December 1, 2010.
- ^ Parsley, Aaron (December 2, 2010). "America's Next Top Model Picks a Winner!". People. Retrieved November 8, 2019.
- ^ Sander, Brice. "Here's What Every "America's Next Top Model" Winner Looks Like Today". BuzzFeed. Retrieved 16 March 2015.
- Zap2it. Chicago Tribune. Retrieved July 30, 2018.
- ^ Desfile Google+ Fashion México - Primavera/verano 2014 | Pineda Covalin. PINEDA COVALIN. YouTube. October 11, 2013. Retrieved August 11, 2014.
- ^ Hollander, Jenny (December 26, 2018). "The 24 Best America's Next Top Model Contestants of All Time". Marie Claire. Retrieved November 8, 2019.
- ^ Boardman, Madeline (July 27, 2017). "'America's Next Top Model': Where Are They Now?". Entertainment Weekly. Retrieved July 29, 2018.
- ^ a b Nikas, Joana (December 4, 2015). "'America's Next Top Model' Winners: Where Are They Now?". The New York Times. Retrieved July 29, 2018.