“At the time, fashion was very strict on maintaining weight for models,” she said.
It put a lot of pressure on me and it was very challenging.
“Working with Ford Models was actually very challenging for me to express myself in the most authentic way.
Naima Mora on ‘America’s Next Top Model.'.Hulu
So, did I get the contract?
Did it work out for my benefit?
Did Tyra know that this was going to happen?
No, she didn’t anticipate any of this.”
Representatives for Ford Models did not immediately respond to EW’s request for comment.
Still, she stressed that she “loved” her experience onANTM.
“Would I do it again, another reality TV show?”
“No, I wouldn’t do another reality TV show again.”
“They definitely didn’t show any of that footage.”
(Executive producer Ken Mok declined to comment.)
Watch Mora’s video above.
