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Veejay Floresca Makes History as First Transgender Winner of Project Runway

9/26/2025

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Veejay Floresca won Project Runway, announced September 25, 2025, becoming the show's first transgender winner.
She is the first Filipino winner, previously of Project Runway Philippines.
Judges Heidi Klum, Nina García, and Law Roach praised her collection, including a chainmail gown; she won $200,000, an Elle spread, and mentorship from the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA).

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Veejay Floresca won Project Runway, announced September 25, 2025, becoming the show's first transgender winner.
She is the first Filipino winner, previously of Project Runway Philippines.
Judges Heidi Klum, Nina García, and Law Roach praised her collection, including a chainmail gown; she won $200,000, an Elle spread, and mentorship from the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA).