Arts & Entertainment

Local model Nyle DiMarco wins ‘America’s Next Top Model’

DiMarco becomes first deaf ‘ATM’ winner

Published

10 years ago

December 7, 2015

Mariah Cooper

(Screenshot courtesy of YouTube)

Nyle DiMarco became the last ever winner in the final season of “America’s Next Top Model” in the finale episode on Dec. 4.

DiMarco, 26, was an early fan favorite of the season as the first deaf contestant on the show. He told People that he was excited to be the first deaf contestant on the show and the winner.

“Being a deaf person on a television show alone is pretty groundbreaking, so it felt incredible just to be on the show – but to win it was amazing,” DiMarco says.

DiMarco came out as “sexually fluid” in a tweet earlier this year. In response to a fan who asked “boys or girls?” DiMarco replied “fluid” and linked to an article about fluid sexuality from “Everyday Feminism.”

Born in Queens, N.Y., DiMarco was later raised in Frederick, Md. and graduated from Gallaudet University in D.C. He also appeared in a guest role on the ABC Family drama “Switched at Birth,” that features many deaf characters and storylines.

“America’s Next Top Model” has not been re-newed for another season.

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‘Heated Rivalry’ stars to participate in Olympic torch relay

Games to take place next month in Italy

Published

7 hours ago

January 23, 2026

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(Photo courtesy of Crave HBO Max)

“Heated Rivalry” stars Hudson Williams and Connor Storrie will participate in the Olympic torch relay ahead of the 2026 Winter Olympics that will take place next month in Italy.

HBO Max, which distributes “Heated Rivalry” in the U.S., made the announcement on Thursday in a press release.

The games will take place in Milan and Cortina from Feb. 6-22. The HBO Max announcement did not specifically say when Williams and Storrie will participate in the torch relay.

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Here’s where to watch ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ with fellow fans

Entertainers TrevHER and Grey host event with live performance

Published

9 hours ago

January 23, 2026

Tinashe Chingarande

(Photo by New Africa/Bigstock)

Spark Social Events will host “Ru Paul’s Drag Race S18 Watch Party Hosted by Local Drag Queens” on Friday, Jan. 23 at 8 p.m.

Drag entertainers TrevHER and Grey will provide commentary and make live predictions on who’s staying and who’s going home. Stick around after the show for a live drag performance. The watch party will take place on a heated outdoor patio and cozy indoor space.

This event is free and more details are available on Eventbrite.

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‘Queer Eye’ watch party set for Friday

DC Center to host event

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9 hours ago

January 23, 2026

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Members of the cast of 'Queer Eye' speak at an event at Crush Dance Bar in August. (Blade photo by Michael Key)

The DC Center is hosting a watch party for an episode of the 10th and final season of “Queer Eye,” which was filmed in D.C. The screening will be held on Friday, Jan. 23 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the Center.

The screening will last 45-55 minutes, with community time both before and after the episode. Drinks and snacks will be provided and organizers promise a “surprise or two.” For information on tickets, visit the DC Center’s website.