Kalyn Hemphill

New York, NY
5'10"
Shoot for Academy, a sportswear store at age 14
Cindy Crawford
Justin Timberlake’s “LoveStoned”

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"Models of the Runway": All Good Things...

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Model Challenge Winner Interview: Season Finale!

Introducing the winner of "Models of the Runway" Season 1! Watch this interview where she shares her experiences from the show.
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  • QUESTIONS & ANSWERS: KALYN'S TAKE

    1 of 44 questions
    Describe your look.
    I'm ambiguous and multiethnic-looking, yet classic. I can be the girl next door or extremely edgy.

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    2 of 44 questions
    Describe your walk.
    Very cliche, but FIERCE! Ha-ha!

  • QUESTIONS & ANSWERS: KALYN'S TAKE

    3 of 44 questions
    When did you first realize you had modeling potential?
    At 14. I was so tall and thin, everyone told me to try it. I gave it a go and was signed with Page 713.

  • QUESTIONS & ANSWERS: KALYN'S TAKE

    4 of 44 questions
    What's your current occupation?
    Model/actress/singer/dancer.

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    5 of 44 questions
    Have you modeled professionally?
    For many catalogs, a few magazines and showroom/runway for clients like Luca Luca, Moschino, etc.

  • QUESTIONS & ANSWERS: KALYN'S TAKE

    6 of 44 questions
    Who is your favorite supermodel?
    Cindy Crawford. She's beautiful inside and out. That's what really sets a model apart.

  • QUESTIONS & ANSWERS: KALYN'S TAKE

    7 of 44 questions
    Got a catwalk confession?
    I was going to sneeze on the runway while wearing fur. Luckily I made it back before the sneezing attack.

  • QUESTIONS & ANSWERS: KALYN'S TAKE

    8 of 44 questions
    What makes you stand out as a model?
    I think the fact that I am so versatile makes me a little different.

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    9 of 44 questions
    Dream modeling gig for you?
    A huge campaign for a designer I love, being the face of cosmetics line and a national ad.

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    10 of 44 questions
    Designer you wish you could model for?
    Vivienne Westwood.

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    11 of 44 questions
    Fashion must?
    An amazing pair of skinny black pants.

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    12 of 44 questions
    Who is your favorite style icon?
    Audrey Hepburn.

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    13 of 44 questions
    What fashion faux pas drives you crazy?
    Over-accessorizing.

  • QUESTIONS & ANSWERS: KALYN'S TAKE

    14 of 44 questions
    If you weren't modeling, you'd be...
    Acting/singing/dancing. My dream has been to be on Broadway. I'd also love to do TV/film.

  • QUESTIONS & ANSWERS: KALYN'S TAKE

    15 of 44 questions
    Best beauty tip?
    Always wash your face before you go to sleep. And wear SPF always!

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    16 of 44 questions
    Essential purse items?
    Cell phone, planner, wallet, lip gloss, gum, camera and a water bottle. I carry a big purse!

  • QUESTIONS & ANSWERS: KALYN'S TAKE

    17 of 44 questions
    Favorite places to shop?
    Topshop, Scoop, H&M and Target for EVERYTHING I need!

  • QUESTIONS & ANSWERS: KALYN'S TAKE

    18 of 44 questions
    Number of shoes in your closet?
    Not that many will fit in my tiny closet.

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    19 of 44 questions
    What's your favorite fashion magazine?
    Vogue.

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    20 of 44 questions
    Designer or off-the-rack?
    Off-the-rack, usually. Designer for special occasions.

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    21 of 44 questions
    Manolo Blahnik or Christian Louboutin?
    Manolo Blahnik.

  • QUESTIONS & ANSWERS: KALYN'S TAKE

    22 of 44 questions
    Where were you born?
    Lake Jackson, Texas.

  • QUESTIONS & ANSWERS: KALYN'S TAKE

    23 of 44 questions
    Describe your family.
    My mom and dad are so supportive and amazing.

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    24 of 44 questions
    Any siblings?
    Two brothers with autistic disorders. So our family dynamic is different, but our home is filled with love.

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    25 of 44 questions
    Can you describe past jobs you've had?
    Actress/singer/dancer.

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    26 of 44 questions
    What's your education background?
    Graduated summa cum laude from Brazoswood High School (a year early!).

  • QUESTIONS & ANSWERS: KALYN'S TAKE

    27 of 44 questions
    What hobbies do you do for fun?
    Broadway shows, live music events, hanging in Central Park, taking classes, volunteering with kids, etc.

  • QUESTIONS & ANSWERS: KALYN'S TAKE

    28 of 44 questions
    How do you do to keep in shape?
    I eat healthy most of the time and exercise four or five days weekly (dancing, spinning and kickboxing).

  • QUESTIONS & ANSWERS: KALYN'S TAKE

    29 of 44 questions
    Guilty-pleasure food?
    Any kind of frozen deliciousness. My favorite is the frozen yogurt from Forty Carrots at Bloomingdales.

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    30 of 44 questions
    What makes you a good roommate?
    I always pay everything on time and try to keep the place clean.

  • QUESTIONS & ANSWERS: KALYN'S TAKE

    31 of 44 questions
    What doesn't make you a good roommate?
    I am a morning person. Sometimes, with such thin walls, I think I wake my roommate up.

  • QUESTIONS & ANSWERS: KALYN'S TAKE

    32 of 44 questions
    What's on your iPod?
    Ingrid Michaelson, Michael Buble, Sondre Lerche, Coldplay, Kelly Clarkson, Keith Urban and more.

  • QUESTIONS & ANSWERS: KALYN'S TAKE

    33 of 44 questions
    What is your favorite movie?
    The Parent Trap with Lindsay Lohan. It just makes me feel good, and I love the story.

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    34 of 44 questions
    What is your favorite TV show?
    American Idol and What Not to Wear.

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    35 of 44 questions
    What are your favorite websites?
    Facebook and YouTube. kalynhemphill.com.

  • QUESTIONS & ANSWERS: KALYN'S TAKE

    36 of 44 questions
    iPhone or BlackBerry?
    Sprint Instinct.

  • QUESTIONS & ANSWERS: KALYN'S TAKE

    37 of 44 questions
    Fast food or gourmet?
    Gourmet.

  • QUESTIONS & ANSWERS: KALYN'S TAKE

    38 of 44 questions
    Cooking or takeout?
    Cooking.

  • QUESTIONS & ANSWERS: KALYN'S TAKE

    39 of 44 questions
    Beer or wine?
    Wine.

  • QUESTIONS & ANSWERS: KALYN'S TAKE

    40 of 44 questions
    Favorite designer from past seasons of "Project Runway"?
    This is terrible, but I never really watched it before I was cast!

  • QUESTIONS & ANSWERS: KALYN'S TAKE

    41 of 44 questions
    Clothes you hope you don't have to wear on the show?
    Anything that falls apart or off on the runway.

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    42 of 44 questions
    Clothes you hope to wear on the show?
    Gorgeous dresses and the latest in fashion.

  • QUESTIONS & ANSWERS: KALYN'S TAKE

    43 of 44 questions
    How do you take criticism related to your modeling?
    I try to take it constructively and to never let it get to me personally.

  • QUESTIONS & ANSWERS: KALYN'S TAKE

    44 of 44 questions
    Why are you going to win?
    I am driven and want this!

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