In response to Winnie Harlow's harsh criticism of "America's Next Top Model," Keith Carlos told Too Fab, "I would say ['ANTM'] gave me a platform to do anything I wanted... It got me signed with NEXT Models. It changed my life. I can vouch for that."
Carlos emphasizes that contestants are still required to pound the pavement in order to stay relevant. "She probably thought that being on the show, she wouldn't have to do any footwork," Carlos stated. "Everything would be handed to her possibly, but Tyra basically gives us wings and we have to learn how to fly on her own. That's basically what it was. The platform did wonders for myself." Luckily for both Carlos and Harlow, they found success despite the odds.
In fact, Harlow is arguably the most successful "ANTM" contestant in the American market and also serves as an advocate for those with Harlow's skin condition, vitiligo (via Goal Cast). Since being eliminated from the show, Harlow has worked for brands such as KKW Beauty and Puma, graced the covers of Elle and Sports Illustrated, and even made history as the first model with vitiligo to walk in the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show (via Allure).
Though she doesn't share Carlos' exact sentiments regarding "ANTM," Harlow is still appreciative. "Because it's still a part of my history," she stated, "I'm really grateful for everything that I've done to get where I am" (via Too Fab).
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