CHAT Leah-ról:

ANTM Host: Hey everyone! Thanks for joining our weekly AMERICA'S NEXT TOP MODEL chat for Cycle 3. Leah, welcome to the chat. Are you ready to answer some questions from the fans?
Leah: Absolutely!

muddjgirl: Leah are you disappointed that you had to be one of the first to go?
Leah: I was definitely disappointed to be eliminated so early! I realize the competition was extremely stiff but I was hoping to stay longer than I did.

Tisha: Did this experience discourage you in any way?
Leah: Absolutely not! If nothing, it strengthened me to realize how the industry really works and to keep going with it.

TweetyBird: What are some of the things the judges are looking for in this year's competition?
Leah: In my opinion the judges are looking for not just a pretty face or a nice body but a woman that is strong, outspoken and has the willingness to learn how to be a top model. It is an entire package, not just one thing. Tyra is trying to bring the "supermodel" back on the cover of fashion magazines and a "supermodel" is not someone who is just pretty or looks good on paper--she is empowering, beautiful, strong and outspoken.

curegirl: Leah, I was sure you were going to go all the way to the final show. Have you been able to continue in the modeling industry using your natural beauty and presence?
Leah: First of all, thank you so much for a wonderful compliment. That is nice to hear. I definitely want to pursue a modeling career after this and I am hoping everything I have learned from the show and Tyra can be put into practice. Even though I am not America's Next Top Model I will be a great model. I am definitely determined to continue with a modeling career as soon as I can.

cookie: How is Eva in person? QueenBee_21: Why is Eva so mean?
Leah: Eva in person is incredibly outspoken. She is very blunt but I think she means the best. Unfortunately it rubs some people the wrong way. But that is Eva--she has a very strong personality and sometimes that causes friction.

IN_THE_BAG: Who do you think should have been cut instead of you?
Leah: I wish anyone else were cut besides me. I wish I were still there. It doesn't matter who--just not me!

SexyinAkdmks: How do you feel about Kelle and her saying her mouthpiece look like a monkey?
Leah: I wish, for Kelle's sake she would have rethought her answer because it offended some people. It didn't offend me. But it did come off in a negative light. I didn't say it and I am happy I didn't!

Chrissy247: Leah, I thought your swimsuit photo looked great! Was it difficult to do the shoot?
Leah: Challenging, yes. The photo shoot was very challenging. Anytime you put on stilettos and climb up on Jamaican rocks it is going to be challenging.

Chrissy247: Leah, I know you didn't get to know the girls very well...but who did you get along with the most? And who didn't you get along with?
Leah: I got along best with Jennipher, Magdalena, Kristi, and Norelle. I don't think I did not get along with any of the girls--maybe because I was there for such a short time. So I think I left on good terms. At least I hope I did.

Chrissy247: What did you think when Tyra called you the "soccer mom?"
Leah: Well, I think that initially she is right. I can sometimes be too cutesy and soccer mom-ish but my hope was that I could prove I could be edgy and not have the typical soccer mom look. I don't think it was a negative thing Tyra said about me but something I needed to prove that I wasn't just that. I laughed. I thought it was a funny comment. You have to laugh at yourself! She did a good impression of me and she's really funny.

Beatrix_Kiddo: Leah, what was the first thing you did when you got home?
Leah: I took a really, really long nap and then I went to Super Smokers in Eureka and had myself a barbecue sandwich. Being on the show, you didn't get much sleep or much time to eat so I was trying to take advantage of that. (And PS, nothing is better than St. Louis BBQ. Super Smokers is awesome!)

yelogrl: Did you sense your cut from the competition coming?
Leah: As Tyra was calling the names and presenting the girls with their picture, I knew it was me. So while I was waiting the last moments I was attempting to gain a little bit of composure and attempt to walk out with my head held high knowing this was just a minor pit stop. And with a little refinishing of what I can offer the industry I will be back out there, hopefully very soon.

Nick: Leah who do you want to win?
Leah: I wanted me to win, but that didn't happen, did it? :-) I think no matter who wins, I think it will be interesting watching all the girls race to the finish, in a sense. It is going to get very interesting and a lot of the girls will spice it up. It will be extremely fun to watch.

tycutee: Who inspires you the most?
Leah: The people that inspire me the most are my mother and father. I am the oldest out of six kids in my family and they give all of us the most amazing support, love and push us to be the most we can be. I honestly would not be here and able to handle these challenges and everything that goes on without my mom and dad. They are the two most genuine loving and amazing people I have ever met.

salem: Leah--are you in a serious relationship or are you focusing on your career?
Leah: I am extremely lucky to have been able to find my special someone that supports my career as much as he supports me as a person. He always backs me up. He is such an inspiration. He gives me ideas and helps me with every challenge I have--whether it is my career or what to wear to dinner. He is the best anyone could ask for. In short I haven't had to choose. I am lucky I can have both.

ANTM Host: I am sorry to say that our time with Leah is up. Leah, thanks so much for being here to chat with us today. Do you have any final comments for the Top Model fans?
Leah: First of all, thank you to UPN and definitely thank you to all the fans. All I can say without revealing too much is that Season 3 is above and beyond what you will even expect. There is definitely a lot more excitement was fun. If you thought the bar fight was exciting, just wait!

ANTM Host: Thanks for joining us everyone!! Don't miss an exciting new episode of AMERICA'S NEXT TOP MODEL next Wednesday at 8:00PM ET/PT.