Jade McSorley

Jade McSorley (Born 1988) is a British model, most notable for placing third on the fifth series of Britain's Next Top Model. McSorley's place in the competition sparked major media controversy, as she had previously suffered with the eating disorder, anorexia nervosa|anorexia]].^[1]

Britain's Next Top Model

McSorley first came to the public's attention due to her participation in the 2009 series of Britain's Next Top Model. Her participation was controversial as she used to suffer from anorexia, and questions were raised whether she was physically and emotionally stable enough to cope with the stress of the competition. The day before the first programme of the series aired, McSorley appeared on daytime show This Morning, to discuss her condition and defend her participation, stating that she felt that she could raise awareness of the dangers of her disorder to the show's viewers.^[2] Jade quickly established herself as a front-runner in the show, and with the exception of the semi-finals and the first week of the finals, she was always put through to the next round as one of the top 3 girls. She won a total of 3 in-show competitions, including two in the same week at the final 4 stage. She became a fan favourite due to her consistently strong performances, and likeable personality. McSorley was eliminated from the competition in third place after making her first appearance in the Bottom 2 with eventual winner Mecia Simson. The judges stated that whilst they felt Jade had progressed massively throughout the competition, they still felt that she wasn't ready to handle the modelling industry, and head judge Lisa Snowdon expressed doubts that Jade would be able maintain her recovery from her disorder if she was modelling full-time.^[3]

After Britain's Next Top Model

McSorley has been signed to Models 1 agency in London. Becoming the second BNTM non-winning contestant to be sign with the show's prize agency. Jade has modeled for Urban Outfitters since the show ended.

It was recently confirmed that Jade would be fronting a makeover show through Living TV's upcoming online channel, starting 23 October.^[4]

Jade will also be the face of luxury lingerie company, Tallulah Love, showcasing their new vintage collection. The collection will be officially launching in Paris in January 2010.^[5]

Personal life

McSorley grew up in Middlesbrough with her mum April, and her stepfather Russell, who stepped in as her father when Jade was 8 months old.^[6] She first started treatment for anorexia from the age of 8,^[7] and went into hospital a few months before her appearance on Top Model when her weight dropped to 6 stone.^[6] Her inclusion on a major reality show was criticised as irresponsible under the suggestion it promoted an unhealthy body image for impressionable viewers. Head judge Lisa Snowdon defended McSorley's participation, stating that her run on the programme was actually helping McSorley see her own body in a more positive way.^[8] McSorley was also frequently shown being told that she needed to gain weight, and after the show, she stated that following the conclusion of filming of the programme, she had gained a stone in weight.^[9]

Following the conclusion of the programme, winner Mecia Simson stated that she and McSorley were moving to London together to pursue their modelling careers.

See also

List of Britain's Next Top Model contestants

External links

• Models 1 Portfolio
• Jade Mcsorley at Fashion Model Directory
• Jade McSorley Fan Site

References