Heidi Klum’s Risqué Selfie Stuns Fans as She Returns to ‘project Runway’ Amid Lingering Lingerie Shoot Controversy
Heidi Klum, 52, ignited social media with a topless selfie and prepares to return to “Project Runway” on july 31, all while the controversy surrounding a past lingerie campaign with her daughter Leni Klum simmers.
Heidi Klum has once again captured attention, this time with a daring Instagram post and her return to the small screen. The supermodel’s recent actions have sparked both admiration and debate, highlighting the complex relationship between celebrity, image, and public perception.
Klum’s Topless Selfie Goes Viral
Over the weekend,the America’s Got Talent judge posted a topless photo to her Instagram Stories,causing a stir among her followers. The image appeared to be taken mid-fitting, with a clothes rail visible in the background. Klum strategically covered her chest with one hand, while sporting tights and a Princess Leia-inspired hairstyle. The daring selfie, showcasing Klum’s physique, is consistent with the racy content she frequently enough shares with her audience. Earlier in June 2025, she garnered attention at a presentation in Cologne, Germany, celebrating her billboard shoot for Italian fashion brand Calzedonia. There, she donned a skimpy blue bikini top under a denim jacket, paired with high-waisted jeans.
Lingering backlash from Lingerie Campaign
The model faced criticism last year when she and her daughter,Leni Klum,21,participated in a lingerie campaign for Intimissimi,an italian brand.While many supported the stylish shoot, others expressed discomfort. Online comments reflected the unease, with some questioning the appropriateness of a mother and daughter posing in lingerie together. “Dude that’s your mom,” one person commented. another asked, “Which normal mum would pose together with her daughter in lingerie?” In response to the controversy, Klum reportedly blocked comments on her own post, which featured her in a burgundy lace set and Leni in black lingerie.
Did you know?-Intimissimi, the Italian lingerie brand, has featured numerous celebrities in their campaigns, including Irina Shayk, Gisele Bündchen, and Sarah Jessica Parker.
Heidi Klum Returns to ‘project Runway’
Despite the past controversy,Klum is set to return to television for the 21st season of Project Runway,which will air on Freeform,Disney+,and Hulu beginning July 31. Klum expressed her enthusiasm about returning to the show. “It’s felt like coming home, really like coming home,” she told People. “I can do it with my eyes closed, even though I’m judging clothes, so I have to have my eyes open, but I can do it with my eyes closed.” She further elaborated on her passion for fashion and her excitement in providing a platform for aspiring designers. “I just love fashion so much, and I love how interested they are and how they’re champing at the bit to get a spot in the fashion industry. So, it’s so fun to give them a platform to show what they can do.”
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Reuniting with Familiar Faces
Klum will be joined by original judge Nina garcía and stylist Law Roach, with Project Runway season 4 winner Christian Siriano returning as a mentor.
Klum’s Project Runway history
Klum originally hosted Project Runway from 2004 to 2018, before launching Making the Cut on Amazon Prime alongside Tim Gunn. Her return marks a significant moment for the show and its fans.
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