Cycle 2 Plot
Britain's Next Top Model, Cycle 2 was the second cycle of Britain's Next Top Model and the second series aired on LIVINGtv. The cast was increased to 13 contestants. The international destination was Marrakech, Morocco. The prize was a contract management and representation by Models 1, an advertising campaign in Ford Fiesta and a cover and 6-page spread of Company Magazine. Lisa Snowdon became the host of this cycle after previous host Lisa Butcher left the show due to her wooden performance in the previous cycle. Also, Marie Helvin was replaced with Paula Hamilton. Jonathan Phang remains as a judge. The winner was 18 year old Lianna Fowler from Derby, England.
Britain & Ireland's Next Top Model Cycle 2 aired on July 24th, 2006.
Cycle 2 Episodes
1. Cycle 2 Week 1
The competition begins. The first photo shoot takes place in the Milton Keynes SnowZone with the girls forced to withstand temperatures as low as minus 5 degrees. Immediatley Lianna feels like an outsider, not getting along with other girls.
2. Cycle 2 Week 2
The girls get their makeovers and the inevitable tears and tantrums follow. The girls pair up for a girl on girl photo shoot.
3. Cycle 2 Week 3
The girls learn about cheese cake pin-up and dancing from Britain's own 'Queen of Burlesque' Immodesty Blaize. The models try to relax and have their own 'Oscar Night'. And two girls recieve harsh criticism from casting director Beth Charkham when faced with the challenge of a commercial set in a swimming pool.
4. Cycle 2 Week 4
The remaining models learn about ballroom dancing from top ballroom dancer Brendan Cole and Lianna struggles to get it right. Then they do a full dance with music. One girl gets upset when not chosen by the winner to join her for her reward.
5. Cycle 2 Week 5
The girls train with personal trainer Chris Mundle. Then straight after training, sweating and smelling, they head to meet top designers. They have a ‘Gothic Bride’ photo shoot, with most girls struggling to get a good shot.
6. Cycle 2 Week 6
The remaining models undergo a heavy metallic make-up photo shoot with John Swanell. Jasmia struggles with the shoot feeling self-conscious. Lisa arrives at the house and the girls have to critique each other, which causes even more fights. A practical joke gets taken the wrong way.
7. Cycle 2 Week 7
The girls shoot a thirty second jewellery promotion with top promo director Jason Clifford. Lucy, last years winner, visits the girls and gives them some tips. They have a fake press conference for a new lipgloss. They have a country life photo shoot and there is a shock at elimination.
8. Cycle 2 Week 8
With two people gone the house becomes even more divided. The girls meet Saffron Aldridge, top style expert, who goes through their wardrobes with no mercy. They have a one on one with Lisa and some take the opportunity to bring others down. They have a photo shoot covering each other with paint, which some see as revenge. And the girls are awe-struck when they meet a famous model.
9. Cycle 2 Week 9
The four remaining models head to Morocco and Lisa gives them the day off. They are given the challenge of finding an outfit for Lisa. They have their first Moroccan photo shoot and the final three are chosen.
10. Cycle 2 Week 10
In the finale the three remaining models have their final photo shoot and the final two compete in a catwalk show and one girl is crowned 'Britain's Next Top Model'.