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I'm on Cox so they had all the shows back-to-back on Saturday. Sooooo, if you haven't watched all of them. DON'T READ THIS FURTHER! Well, I was surprised to say the least as to who the winner was. First, I was really glad to see Makenzie come out of her shell and pull of that gorgeous shot. However, she still seemed a bit tentative and shy at the shoot. But, Tommy Hilfiger was right. That was a money head shot for sure. She looked fantastic, youthful and fresh. Lilyan, I think I finally spelled it right, was just not high fashion model material. Sorry honey. But more important, she and her mother Kat need some real life lessons on how to be a kinder, more compassionate human being. Their nasty gossip and negative, bitch sessions were so annoying and ugly. BUT.... it did make for some good tv drama. I'm going to group Breanna and Carrington together. Both are beautiful girls and have a unique look. Carrington had "The Face" and Breanna had the more modelesque figure, but both were not quite able to strike a winning pose. Mikalya, Mikalya, I thought she would be the winner due to her height, walk, look, and personality. She had THE LOOK in my opinion. BUT.... having said that, I did think her Tommy Hilfiger pic was not as impressive as Makenzie's. Still, you were my pic for the win Mikayla and I do hope you continue on your quest to become a model. You will do well. FINALLY, I come to Athena. I can see why Yolanda picked her. She had a beautiful and exotic face. And that hair, OMG, it was gorgeous. Her personality was adorable and she took direction well. My only concern for her is that she will not reach the height needed to become a runway model. I think if she did get the height, she would be booked a lot as well. Remember she was 5'4". There are a few super models that are 5'7", Kate Moss, Lottie Moss, Lily-Rose Depp, Hailey Baldwin, Cara Delevingne just to name a few. So, it could happen. Good show overall!

I agree. Lillian and her Mom Kat whine about everything. I would love to see Makenzie stop saying "I can't" and start saying "I will".

I know isn't it insane. No real model would do that to their agent/manager. It was so disrespectful. And am I crazy or is Lillian's hair getting blonder again by the minute.

I think this assignment was a rough one for all the girls. Makenzie struggled the most but I also thought she was a bit defiant as well. Why you ask? Why Yolanda asked her to scream she kept saying "I can't"! Really? You have never screamed before? You don't know how to scream? Hum???? You should have screamed little girl. It would have felt very liberating.

Is anyone getting tired of listening to Kat and Lillian (and Diana) drone on and on about how unfair they are being treated. Why not take responsibility for your own actions! It's not that the other girls are doing so much better (and they are) but the fact that you won't look at yourself objectively to see where you need to grow and just embrace the learning process is very frustrating to see. It's NOT about winning! It's about getting expsosure. Kudos to Carrington for being so mature and inspiring. She is a doll and a welcome breath of fresh air. I still think Mikayla and her mom are the front runners because they are beautiful on the inside. The other moms and daugthers could learn from them.

I agree with your comment about Yolanda not being more proactive with regard to educating the models and the moms on how best to interview with a modeling agency. Also, another person commented that Yolanda needed to let them know what type of meeting they were going to. You really can't pick the outfit until you know where you are going and why.

OK.... I do like this show. I find Yolanda to be pretty down to earth, smart, strong and genuinely caring. With regard to the contestants and their mothers.....It is really shocking to see how the mothers influence their daughters and the dynamic that has developed between them. Lilyan and her mother are extremely toxic and the "mean girls" of the group. They seem to really enjoy gossiping about others behind their back and making fun of the other young girls and their mothers. If they want my vote, they both need an attitude adjustment! For all the supposed confidence Lilyan says she has, I don't see it. When modeling for the NYC jumbo screen she makes that ridiculous "Miley Cyrus" big tongue face (No Shade to Miley) and her Mom says NOTHING! Athena is adorable but her mom appears very insecure and stubborn. Yolanda keeps giving Diana excellent advice with regard to how to best support and guide her daughter but she refuses to take it. Instead, she whines and cries that Yolanda is too hard on her. Get a backbone!! Breanna and Jessica.....Breanna is a bit cockey and Jessica is a whimp. But... I will say, Breanna walks and photographs well. Plus, her interview with IMG was great. Makenzie is very pretty and could be a model but she needs to find her inner diva. Plus her mother, seems to be a bit of an enabler. Mikayla has a fresh face and a charming personality. I also think her mother has the right mix of supportive mothering and energetic cheerleader. Consequently she allows her daughter to shine on her own terms. I have to wait and see what the new girl and her mom will bring.