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In a candid Stern interview, Heidi Klum reflects on 20 years of Germany’s Next Topmodel, balancing motherhood with career, and breaking industry standards while building a global entertainment empire.
Two decades after launching Germany’s Next Topmodel, Heidi Klum stands at the intersection of entertainment and fashion evolution. The supermodel-turned-producer opened up to Stern magazine about her journey from facing early industry resistance to revolutionizing German television.
In the revealing interview, Klum shares previously untold stories about her early days, including being offered appetite suppressant pills and facing criticism about her figure in Paris. Despite being told she was “too curvy” for haute couture, she remained steadfast in her vision, eventually transforming these challenges into a platform for change.
The show’s 20th anniversary marks a significant shift in fashion industry standards, with Klum proudly introducing plus-size contestants and transgender models. “We were ahead of our time,” she reflects, noting how the industry has finally caught up to the diversity she championed.
Beyond the runway, Klum discusses balancing her role as a mother of four while building her entertainment empire, which now includes ventures in cosmetics with L’Oréal Paris and cannabis-based products through High-Di.
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