"America's Next Top Model" cycle 22 winner Nyle DiMarco is representing two communities. He represents not only deaf individuals like him but also those who identify themselves as sexually fluid.
Not only was DiMarco the first ever and the only deaf contestant to join "ANTM." He also played a recurring role in "Switched at Birth."
DiMarco was clearly a fan favorite as soon as "ANTM" cycle 22 started. Having a lot of gay fans, the deaf model revealed that he identifies as sexually fluid even before winning the modelling competition show created by Tyra Banks.
In a recent interview with E! News, DiMarco said, "I have to say it's an honor. I'm the last winner, I'm deaf, I'm the second male winner. There are so many things all encompassed in one so I'm so thankful to Tyra and the show to give me that platform."
In addition, DiMarco expressed how grateful he is to Banks for giving him the platform, the voice and the power "to change the world." He said, "I look forward to what's coming."
On the other hand, DiMarco pointed out that when it comes to success, it does not matter if one represents deaf and sexually fluid communities. For him, what really matters is how one person does his or her work and how an individual pursues his or her dreams.
In another interview with Entertainment Tonight, the deaf and sexually fluid "Switched at Birth" actor said "ANTM" cycle 22 changed his life because he became more aware of the modeling world and now, he has a great network and even more fans than he did before.