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Petra Nemcova Leads 'A Model Life'

NEW YORK, NY (July 12, 2007) -- Petra Nemcova continues to show the world that she isn't your average supermodel.

Having survived the 2004 Indian Ocean Tsunami, the Czech-born beauty has a newfound appreciation for the good things in life.

"Every experience has plusses and minuses, and it depends on what we focus on," Petra told Access Hollywood's Maria Menounos. "If we focus on the good things -- and there is always something good, even if it's 5% or 1% -- then we can heal faster."

That positive attitude was evident when Maria asked if Petra and James Blunt were still friends, in light of their recent split.

"Yes, of course," she replied. "Everybody who has been in my life will be in my life forever, because they are all special people."

Nemcova has certainly touched other people's lives. She founded the Happy Hearts Fund in 2005, aiding children who have suffered loss or hardship as a result of natural, economic, or health-related disasters.

"Even before the tsunami, my goal in life always has been to help people," said Petra. "Especially children -- and just the tsunami gave me more opportunities to help."

Petra Nemcova's 'Model Life'
And now Petra is helping aspiring models meet their professional career goals with her new TLC reality series, "A Model Life."

Maria asked Petra what sets her show apart from other model-centric series, such as Tyra Banks' "America's Next Top Model."

"It's about the real world of modeling," Petra explained. "There's not a panel of judges like on Tyra's show."

"A Model Life" follows six aspiring models as they learn the ropes of the business, from their first test shoot to the runways of New York Fashion Week.

And though their potential for a contract is assessed by the NEXT modeling agency, the models do not face eliminations and other drama-heightening tactics.

"There are no fake challenges," said Petra.

Using her own life experiences, Petra advises the women on how to succeed as a model, and underscores the importance of having a well-rounded life.

The newly-blonde beauty told Maria to expect a different kind of show -- one that deals with real issues, including the hot topic of the fashion industry and weight.

It's a very personal topic for the Sports Illustrated swimsuit model. These days, Petra embraces her curves... but it wasn't always that way.

"I went through many different diets," said Petra. "At one point I became very skinny, and then had to put the weight back. It's been a challenge."

Nemcova's show features a trainer and nutritionist who cautions the women about low Body Mass Index, a topic that Nemcova is proud to address:

"I'm very happy now that everyone is addressing the issue of size zero girls."

"A Model Life" debuts on TLC July 13 at 10:00 PM (EST).
 
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I dont know if this has been posted it wasnt from what I could see but i may have overlooked but... I want to say it was Elle but I saw Angelika... she was at a fitting with a designer... i'll have to go through all my magazine I wanna say it was from Septemberish? I'm not sure... but if I find it i'll post a photo!
 
Thanks, you guys ^_^
Even though this show is a little old, i enjoy watching the replays of it, over and over again:doh::lol:
 
Valerija..

Vogue Australia Feb 2008
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Even though Lucia was my favorite (she was too cute!) I knew that Valeria would take off if any of the girls did. I'm so glad to see those scans thanks a ton!
she looks amazing!
 
I guess i shouldn't be suprised she's been able to find work she is a good model... but that attitude! jeeze let's hope she's changed it for the good!
 
I just saw an episode where they shoot an editorial for Hampton magazine. I loved all the three girls they picked. Dont really remember their names, but the Slovakian and Brazilian are seriously beautiful!!
Loved the show!!
 
^ It was Lucia, Beatrice and I think the third was Abby
 
I really liked this show...because unlike a certain other modeling competition/ reality show...this one featured girls who really looked like models, and they actually did stuff that real models would do.

Valeria's Vogue Australia shoot is gorgeous! In that close up (the 5th shot) she looks so much like Catherine McNeil!
 
The models looked very good but the concept of the show as a ripoff of ANTM not original at all. Actually I found it boring and after one or two episodes never found out who "won."
 
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This show wasn't a competition. Well, to a certain extent it was... it featured girls who were with NEXT that had minimal experience and NEXT didn't have room enough for all of them. They wanted to see who should go.

But they didn't have a "competition" to see who was best. Maybe you should of finished watching the show?
 
Damn it I always forget to turn TV when this show is on.
 

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