Bravo will begin airing its newest reality TV offering next week. “Make Me A Supermodel” features fourteen aspiring models. Six men and six women were chosen by models/hosts Tyson Beckford and Niki Taylor along with a panel of industry insiders. An online vote took place at Bravo’s official web site in which viewers voted for the last man and woman in the competition.

The competitors were put through their paces. Each round saw more cuts. During the runway walk, a few stood out. One got called out for gum-chewing, a definite no-no on the catwalk. However, we admit we were impressed that he could walk and chew gum at the same time and figgered that could’ve been a competition in the “Smartest Model” series which just wrapped on VH-1. We’re just saying.

Later on, the models got into their swimsuits and posed in sexy shots. At the end of the day, the remaining males and females were sent home to await the final decision which arrived by mail some time afterwards. (Exciting, right?)

Following are brief blurbs on the fourteen models competing for the “Make Me a Supermodel” title and the contract with New York Models.

Aryn – the Alabama girl has worked in education. She feels that modeling is her ‘real calling.’ In her spare time, she loves to play sports such as basketball. An avid equestrian, Aryn also enjoys creative writing.

Ben – the 22 year old Nashville resident actually met his wife during high school while at “band camp.” A deputy sheriff correctional officer, Ben is very active and thoroughly enjoys playing volleyball and Frisbee with friends.

Casey – Only 19 years old, Casey hails from Atlanta, Georgia. The singer/songwriter loves all genres of music. He also enjoys hiking and river walking.

Dominic – A DJ from the “OC”, Dominic loves to surf, a hobby he obviously inherited from his surfer dad. He also skimboards competitively on a professional level.

Frankie – 20 yeas old, Frankie lives at home in Miami with his parents while studying for his degree in Business Administration from the University of Phoenix online. A valet for a condo complex, Frankie spent several months in Europe modeling professionally.

Holly – Growing up in a very traditional household in the Appalachian Mountains, this lovely gal suffered third degree burns to her face after graduating high school. Currently living in Miami with her fiancée, Holly enjoys running and spending “time in church.”

Jacki – a part-time cocktail waitress, this aspiring model is independent, ambitious and strong-willed. Jacki, who is only 21, is also passionate about animal rights and spends her spare time volunteering at an animal shelter.

Jay – Living with his mama and pitbull in Georgia, Jay spends his days working as a mechanic. An adventurer in spirit, the handsome 22 year-old loves to play paintball and basketball. He once worked with Tyler Perry on a movie.

Katy – Raised in part by her grandparents, Katy describes herself as extremely determined and is willing to travel four hours a day for casting calls. She currently works in a cardiologist’s office.

Perry – This part-time waiter is very athletic and thoroughly enjoyed playing all sports until suffering a knee injury. Living in Los Angeles with his galpal, he hopes to make it in the industry so he can build a ‘comfortable life for his family.’

Ronnie – A full time political science student, Ronnie is passionate about making a difference in the community. He is also thankful to his family and friends for supporting his dreams.

Sarah – Raised by a single mom after her parents’ divorce, the 20 year old Miami resident is a self-described ‘social butterfly.’ She’s personable, confident and flexible. Sarah loves listening to music, dancing and practicing yoga.

Shannon – This lover of bloody, horror movies is a study in contradictions. Currently living in New York City, having recently moved from Florida, Sarah is happiest when she spends time with her cat, Lorelei.

Stephanie – This art student grew up in Texas and loves her overweight Boxer named Gus. She’s a loud extrovert who is bored by ‘normal people.’