10 Sep 2018

Heidi Klum and Tim Gunn are leaving Project Runway for Amazon

Santa Monica — Heidi Klum and Tim Gunn are leaving Project Runway.

Amazon Prime Video on Friday announced the supermodel and fashion consultant are helping to develop a new reality fashion series, which will combine content with commerce.

Few details were released, but the company says the show will appeal to a "global audience who are entertained by competition" and will create a "shoppable experience."

In saying "auf wiedersehen" to Project Runway, Klum said in a statement the show will always have a special place in her heart after 16 seasons.

SEE HER STATEMENT HERE:

After 16 incredible seasons, I am saying 'Auf Wiedersehen' to Project Runway, a show I was honored to host and help create. I'm incredibly proud of the show & it'll always have a special place in my heart. So excited that @TimGunn and I are partnering with Amazon for a new show! pic.twitter.com/cXNUMBmlpF
— Heidi Klum (@heidiklum) September 7, 2018

Gunn said on Twitter he's excited to be part of their next "fashion adventure."

SEE THE TWEET HERE:

I am indebted to our incredible fans, you are the heart and soul of what we do. I’m excited for you all to see what’s next, as I partner with #Amazon and @heidiklum on our next great ‘fashion’ adventure. Stay tuned! pic.twitter.com/fyjKiRSTSh
— Tim Gunn (@TimGunn) September 7, 2018

Amazon Studios head Jennifer Salke says she believes the pair will find a larger audience on the Prime Video runway.

Prime Video is a premium subscription streaming service.

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