Thursday, August 31, 2023

Project Runway Season 20, Episode 13 Recap: The Final Three Is Decided

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Project Runway Season 20 is close to reaching its end. The All Stars have been whittled down to four, and by the end of Episode 13, we have our final three. But which of the designers will get to show their collection in the final episode, and be in with a shot of walking away with a bunch of incredible prizes, including $250,000? Here’s everything that went down in Project Runway Season 20, Episode 13.

The sky’s the limit on Project Runway

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Bishme recognizes he has a “mission to complete,” after being kicked out of his original season at the final four. Christian will let him and the other All Stars know exactly how to do that, at the Summit, One Vanderbilt building. It’s a stunning piece of architecture, with mirrored design and glass absolutely everywhere. If you were looking for a glimpse into the future, then this may be just where to get it.

For their final challenge, the designers must create an avant-garde look inspired by the architecture of the building. This means taking inspiration from reflections, skewed proportions, contrasting colors, and the cutting edge.

With a short time to sketch while inside the building, and $700 to spend at Mood, it’s the most important challenge of the competition. It’s the one that could see them reach finale. “Take a risk,” Christian advises. “Somebody needs to go crazy with this, I want something insane.” The heat is on.

Big ideas from every angle

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Rami notes that “everyone here is worthy of the finale.” He couldn’t be more correct in his assessment. The beauty of the competition is that each of these designers can deliver something stunning and unique. They’re all very different, and that’s to be celebrated.

As Christian enjoys his final walkthrough of the season, Brittany notes it is their 24th walkthrough together. As such, he offers some advice! He thinks Brittany’s design could be more cropped at the waist, or even go bigger and bubbly, with a cleaner design up top.

Over with Bishme, he suggests doing something different with the baseball cap. Perhaps this could be the cherry on the top of the avant-garde design? Bishme takes the advice and runs with it, turning the cap backwards and adding an over-the-eye portion.

Laurence is making an “architectual dress,” and it looks technically impossible to create. Of course, if anyone can do it, Laurence can. Christian advises she add “one surprising element.”

Finally, Christian tells Rami he is “a little nervous.” There are a “lot of things,” and perhaps there’s time to edit for “some other silhouette.”

Who brings avant-garde to the runway?

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Runway day arrives, and the judges Nina, Brandon, and Elaine have two guests on the panel: Law Roach, and Steven Kolb. So, who delivered? Here’s my rundown of the looks this week, from my personal point of view…

  • Bishme’s design is up first, and I instantly fall in love with the color. It’s a construction of metallic beauty, and there’s great innovation with the baseball cap. Listening to Christian paid off – who knew?!
  • Rami’s next, and the editing was a smart choice, as the outfit still delivers drama from every angle.
  • Brittany’s look is classic Brittany. The sleeves reveal was awesome, and I think that her critiques on the fabric were a little harsh. It was shining on TV!
  • Finally, Laurence delivers what is my winner of the week. It looks industrial, with a perfect fit. She took what should have been complicated, and made it look easy.

What did the judges think?

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“There are certain details that are not the usual perfection that you deliver,” Nina said of Rami’s design. “I couldn’t use that on a red carpet,” Law added. Steven did compliment the outfit, however, saying it was a “very tall, strong look.”

“I’m obsessed with this hat,” Law said about Bishme’s offering. “Outside of the hat, I don’t know that it feels so new.” Brandon agreed, and said he “struggled a bit with the fact it was so referential,” while Nina focused on the color, which was “what I really loved the most.”

“This would be really great on an album cover,” Law said of Brittany’s design. “When it comes to what the challenge was, it’s a miss … this isn’t avant-garde at all.” Elaine disagreed, and said she blended streetwear and avant-garde well. Nina, however, sided with Law. “I have seen a version of this look [before] and I’m disappointed,” she said.

Finally, Laurence was given props for her design. “I’ve never seen you smile so much on the runway, and I love it,” Elaine said. “You really delivered,” added Nina.

Who made the Project Runway Season 20 finale?

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When all was said and done, Bishme was named the winner. “It feels great,” he said, noting he was “ready to make this collection.” Laurence was also called as “in,” and said she “can’t wait to create freely.”

With it down to Brittany and Rami, Rami was sadly declared out. It’s a devastating loss, as would any elimination at this point have been. I personally would have enjoyed seeing all four deliver a collection in finale as part of a twist, but it wasn’t to be.

Rami said it was “an honor” to have competed on the show multiple times, and meet so many people, hearing their stories and making lifelong friendships.

Next week, it’s the finale, and nerves are setting in…

Project Runway continues Thursdays at 9/8c on Bravo.

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Simon Cowell’s Son Eric To Audition For Britain’s Got Talent

Lauren Silverman, Eric Cowell, and Simon Cowell
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Simon Cowell has revealed his nine-year-old son, Eric, will be auditioning for the next season of Britain’s Got Talent. Not only that, but the show’s creator and judge thinks that the audition will be “total torture.”

But what exactly will Eric be doing when he takes to the stage? Impressions of his once-grumpy, but now mellowed out father? Cartwheels? Maybe a dance? The Sun has all the details.

Eric plays the drums, but Simon says he’ll be doing something else

“He’s decided that he’s going to audition for Britain’s Got Talent. That is going to be total torture,” Simon joked, backstage at America’s Got Talent.

“I mean, of all the things I’ve ever done, this will probably be the hardest. I said, because he does play drums, ‘Are you going to drum?’ and he said he wants to sing.” Welp. That could make for a super awkward moment if the boy can’t hold a tune…

“I went, ‘Oh God no.'” Simon concluded. “I think he wants to be in a rock band. He loves Green Day. He is really serious about it. I always promised him, ‘No, you stay on this side of the camera darling, stop.’ I don’t know what it is. Maybe because all of these kids are auditioning and now he wants to be up there with his friends.”

One thing’s for sure; it’ll make for some fantastic television.

Of course, with this news will come the detractors. Surely, Simon’s son Eric isn’t able to enter the competition that his dad created. There would be an obvious level of bias there when it came to judging. Other contestants might not get a look in.

Perhaps Eric will perform for fun, show off his vocals, then exit stage left. We’ll find out when Britain’s Got Talent returns in 2024.

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The Golden Bachelor Cast Revealed: Meet the 22 Women Vying for Gerry Turner’s Heart

The Golden Bachelor Gerry Turner
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They’ve been teachers, real estate agents, therapists – even cheerleaders and fitness instructors. They come from quaint small towns and large metropolitan areas. They have names like Edith, Peggy and Nancy. And all of them are over the age of 60.

ABC has released the names of Gerry Turner’s gals. All of them will compete for roses as well as his affection on The Golden Bachelor, coming sometime later this fall.

In addition to the names of the contestants, ABC also released a short teaser, giving fans a first look at the 22 women vying for the 72-year-old widower’s heart.

Meet the ladies of The Golden Bachelor

Anna, 61

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Anna’s a retired nutritionist from Summit, New Jersey. She loves to travel, and when she dives with sharks, she goes cageless. That might be good prep for dealing with some of the other contestants.

April, 65

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April is a Therapist from Port St. Lucie, Florida. April loves dancing to Taylor Swift, watching “Bridgerton” and playing with her two dogs.

Christina, 73

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Christina is a Retired Purchasing Manager from Sierra Madre, California. Her first concert ever was The Beatles in 1964.

Edith, 60

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Edith is a Retired Realtor from Downey, California. Edith is building an ADU (also known as a Granny Flat or Casita) in her backyard, and she is the project manager.

Ellen, 71

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Ellen is a Retired Teacher from Delray Beach, Florida. Ellen dreams of going to Africa on safari.

Faith, 60

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Faith is a High School Teacher from Benton City, Washington. Faith loves riding her horse, Liberty, through the mountains.

Jeanie, 65

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Jeanie is a Retired Project Manager from Estill Springs, Tennessee. Going to the Super Bowl is at the top of Jeanie’s bucket list.

Joan, 60

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Joan is a Private School Administrator from Rockland, Maryland. She enjoys historical museums, and her favorite food is a big, juicy burger.

Kathy, 70

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Kathy is a Retired Educational Consultant from Austin, Texas. Kathy has been to three continents and hopes to go to all seven. She’s also a “Christmaholic” (my kind of girl).

Leslie, 64

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Leslie is a Fitness Instructor from Minneapolis, Minnesota. She is a former aerobics champion, and she hates mice.

Maria, 60

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Maria is a Health and Wellness Director from Teaneck, New Jersey. Maria has never gone paintballing but really wants to try!

Marina, 60

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Marina is an Educator from Los Angeles, California. Marina has THREE master’s degrees. Wow. That’s impressive, but she could be hard to keep up with.

Nancy, 60

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Nancy is a Retired Interior Designer from Alexandria, Virginia. Nancy loves a good rom-com and also Bruce Springsteen.

Natascha, 60

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Natascha is a Pro-Aging Coach and Midlife Speaker from New York City, New York. Natascha wants bell bottoms to make a comeback, and her favorite thing to do on a date is laugh.

Pamela, 75

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Pamela is a Retired Salon Owner from Aurora, Illinois. I guess so! Look at all that beautiful hair! Pamela loves a backyard BBQ and loves to cuddle.

Patty, 70

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Patty is a Retired Real Estate Professional from Durham, North Carolina. Patty loves her body glitter and encourages you to do the same. She also can’t start her day without a cup of coffee.

Peggy, 69

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Peggy is a Dental Hygienist from East Haven, Connecticut. Peggy has a very cute bichon frisé named Libby and would love to be Jennifer Lopez for a day.

Renee, 67

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Renee is a Former Chicago Honey Bear Cheerleader from Chicago, Illinois. Renee really wants to meet Harry Styles and loves taking her grandkids to the zoo.

Sandra, 75

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Sandra is a Retired Executive Assistant from Doraville, Georgia. Sandra says anything by Luther Vandross puts her in “the mood.” Oh, honey, Luther Vandross puts everybody in the mood.

Susan, 66

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Susan is a Wedding Officiant from Aston, Pennsylvania. She dreams of having lunch with Kris Jenner. They’d have to wear name tags to tell them apart because she looks just like Kris.

Sylvia, 64

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Sylvia is a Public Affairs Consultant from Los Angeles, California. Sylvia loves any excuse to put on a costume, and she makes a famous pistachio cake.

Theresa, 69

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Theresa is a Financial Services Professional from Shrewsbury, New Jersey. Theresa loves to sing … alone in her car. She also loves ’70s rock, both soft and hard.

The Golden Bachelor premieres Thursday, September 28 at 8/7c on ABC.

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