Next Top Model, Cycle 1 was the first cycle of Next Top Model. It premiered on October 12, 2009.The number of contestants was originally 17 with one semifinalist re-entering the competition after a contestant withdrew.Greek model Vicky Kaya (Greek: Βίκυ Καγιά) assumed the role of Tyra Banks from the original series as the head of the search as well as a mentor for the contestants.