Overview

• Contestants underwent media coaching led by Christian Düren and journalists from Bild and Bunte, prompting Daniela to reveal her virginity and Eliob to admit past sperm donation.
• In the ‘Driving Bed’ photoshoot, models had to pose as romantic partners on a moving bed through Los Angeles streets, a challenge that unsettled some and drew viewer criticism for its explicitness.
• Backstage tensions flared between Aaliyah and Kevin during coaching and persisted on the shoot and catwalk, leading judges to eliminate both for lack of chemistry and presence.
• Magdalena broke down as she shared past bullying and an eating disorder during interviews, highlighting the emotional toll of the competition’s intense scrutiny.
• Following Aaliyah’s and Kevin’s exit, the eight semi-finalists advancing to the June 19 finale are Canel, Daniela, Magdalena, Zoe, Eliob, Jannik, Moritz and Pierre.