Who will walk the runway during New York Fashion Week and win $20,000? You decide.
Melissa Benson
Must be in the top 20 in their group to advance to the next round.
Voting for this round ends on July 30, 2026 at 9:00 PM EDT
About Melissa Benson
I have just started into modeling and wanting to have more fun with it! I love being creative and expressing myself.
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What makes you the Next Runway Star?
I’m very excited and passionate. I have a strong personality that shines strongly.
What are you most proud of about yourself or what have you overcome and why?
I have become more self confident and bold. I’m very creative and original with a bold personality.
What would you do with the $20,000 cash prize?
I would use some for my children’s college fund and put some back in investments.
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