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America's Next Top Model Cycle 10 has not limited Whitney Thompson to the catwalk, because she's dominating the stage as well. She was recently seen participating at the "Broadway Bares 19.0" event last Sunday. Held at the Roseland Ballroom, the performance was in support of the fight against AIDS.
We previously reported that Whitney had her own webpage for the charity, and that she is working to use her influence for the development of the fundraiser. She was geared up to encourage others to donate to the cause, joining "Strip-a-thon" and even making an appearance on the day itself.
On an interview with Broadway.com's Susan Blackwell, Whitney Thompson talked about how thrilling it was to be part of it all. It may not be so much of a Tyra Banks boot camp, but it's theatre. The plus-sized model can be seen on the video below.
"I'm in a really fun number and I've been working with such a great cast and choreographer," Whitney exclaimed. "Obviously I have this really fun costume I get to wear. I'm just excited to get out on the stage. I'm doing it for a good cause."
Whitney Thompson even posted entries on her Twitter account about the event. She began by saying: "Spray tanned and excited about performing in Broadway Bares tomorrow!" and was obviously giddy about the whole experience.
Afterwards, the
America's Next Top Model celebrity tweeted again: "Physically and mentally exhausted. Great show, everybody!" As with the CW competition she was involved in, her Broadway efforts were difficult but it paid off in the end.
With Whitney Thompson's help, Broadway Bares was able to raise money for the AIDS initiative, The Phyllis Newman's Women's Health Initiative, The Al Hirschfeld Free Health Clinic and many more great organizations supported by the Actors Fund. Ever since she won
America's Next Top Model, she's been dedicated to assisting such causes. It's no wonder she was voted one of MSN's most influential women last year.
-Maria Gonzalez, BuddyTV Staff ColumnistSource:
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Whitney Thompson's Twitter(Image Courtesy of Broadway World)