Heidi Klum’s Homecoming: Project Runway’s Original Host Returns for Season 21

A Fashion Icon Returns Home

Eight years after stepping away from Project Runway in 2017, supermodel Heidi Klum is making a triumphant return as host for season 21, describing the experience as ‘amazing’ and noting that ‘it really feels like coming home.’

New Network, Fresh Format

The beloved fashion competition series is moving to Disney’s Freeform after previously airing on Bravo. The new season premieres on Thursday, July 31, 2025, with a two-episode premiere starting at 9/8c, followed by weekly episodes. The season will consist of 10 episodes.

Star-Studded Judging Panel

Klum will be joined by Project Runway’s Season 4 winner Christian Siriano as mentor, while Nina Garcia returns as a judge alongside newcomer Law Roach, the renowned fashion designer and stylist. The season will feature an impressive lineup of guest judges, including Sofía Vergara, Michael Kors, Tyra Banks, and Nikki Glaser, among others.

Impact and Legacy

Project Runway has left an indelible mark on the fashion industry, launching the careers of numerous successful designers, including Christian Siriano, Austin Scarlett, Leanne Marshall, Irina Shabayeva, Michael Costello, and Bishme Cromartie. The new season promises to showcase ’12 amazing, talented designers,’ with Klum’s return being cited as a major factor in attracting new judge Law Roach to the project.

Streaming Availability

Fashion enthusiasts can catch the show on Freeform, with episodes becoming available to stream shortly after on Disney+ and Hulu. The season consists of 10 episodes that will air weekly.