who won antm season 1

The winner of America’s Next Top Model Season 1 (ANTM Cycle 1) was Adrianne Curry.

Quick Scoop: Who Won ANTM Season 1?

• Winner: Adrianne Curry, then 20 years old, from Joliet, Illinois.

• Runner‑up: Shannon Stewart.

• Original air year: 2003.

• Grand prizes included:
  • Modeling contract with Wilhelmina Models
  • Photo spread in Marie Claire
  • Cosmetics contract (with Revlon in the original prize package).

Why Adrianne Curry Won

Adrianne stood out for her strong high‑fashion photos and her distinctive, edgy look, which contrasted with some of the more commercial contestants. Judges also highlighted her personality and growth across the season, especially in later challenges and the final runway show.

In the finale, Adrianne and Shannon walked a high‑fashion runway in Paris before the judges made their final decision. After the evaluations, Tyra Banks announced Adrianne as the first ever winner of America’s Next Top Model, making her the show’s original titleholder.

Where She Fits in ANTM History

Being the first winner, Adrianne often comes up in fan rankings and retrospectives of ANTM winners from Cycle 1 through later seasons. Online discussions still debate how her career and post‑show experiences compare to later winners, but her status as the original ANTM champion is undisputed.

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