Angelea Preston Speaks Out on Losing "Top Model" Win

The former contestant discusses her feelings about being stripped of her title.

Mar. 12, 2026 at 1:50am

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In 2011, Angelea Preston competed on "America's Next Top Model: All-Stars" and was initially declared the winner. However, her title was later revoked due to undisclosed reasons. In a new E! special, Preston opens up about her experience and her desire to have another chance on the show.

Why it matters

The controversy surrounding Preston's disqualification from "Top Model" raised questions about the fairness and transparency of reality TV competitions. Her story highlights the personal impact such decisions can have on contestants.

The details

Preston, a resident of Buffalo, New York, explains in the E! special "Dirty" that when she was called to do the "All-Stars" season, she "just wanted another chance." However, her victory was short-lived, as the show's producers later stripped her of the title for undisclosed reasons.

  • In 2011, Angelea Preston competed on "America's Next Top Model: All-Stars".
  • Preston was initially declared the winner of the competition.
  • Her title was later revoked due to undisclosed reasons.

The players

Angelea Preston

A former contestant on "America's Next Top Model: All-Stars" who had her win revoked.

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What they’re saying

“When they called me to do All-Stars, I just wanted another chance.”

— Angelea Preston (E!)

The takeaway

The controversy surrounding Preston's disqualification highlights the personal impact that decisions in reality TV competitions can have on contestants, and raises questions about the fairness and transparency of such shows.