The Hype is an American reality television series presented by Speedy Morman which showcases the best streetwear fashion designers in the country. The designers compete for the judges' "co-sign" and a cash prize of $150,000. The series premiered on August 12, 2021, on HBO Max. The series was picked up for a second season, which premiered on September 22, 2022, with Morman returning as host, as well as all three judges from the first season.
Cast Hosts Speedy Morman
Judges Marni Senofonte Beth "Bephie" Berkitt Offset
Guest Judges (Season 1) A$AP Ferg Alexander John Jim Lee Bobby Hundreds Cardi B Dapper Dan
Guest Judges (Season 2) Law Roach 24kGoldn Kai Nguyen Angelo Baque Blacc Sam BH Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
Designers (Season 1) The first season began with 9 designers. Wole joined the competition in the second episode. Name Brand Hometown PlacementJustin Mensinger Justin Mensinger Chicago, Illinois WinnerKai Nguyen Lumières Los Angeles, California (born in Vietnam) Runner-upPaije Speights Front Paije Detroit, Michigan 3rdCamila Romero DeadBlud Label Los Angeles, California (born in Colombia) 5thBlu WNTD Apparel Los Angeles, California 4thWole A.M.A. (Against Medical Advice) Brooklyn, New York 6thAlan Cheung (a.k.a. Alan King) AKINGS New York City, New York 7thCaroline Bentley Noble Avenue C Lexington, Kentucky 8thTimeekah Murphy (a.k.a. Murph) Alani Taylor The Bronx, New York 9thJolleson Jolleson Los Angeles, California 10th
Designers (Season 2) The second season began with 12 designers, but only 9 were guaranteed spots in the competition. The judges looked at the designers' racks and ranked Alexzander, Chelsea, and Jason at the bottom. The three designers then competed to put together a look to earn the final spot in the show, which Alexzander won. Name Brand Hometown PlacementWinston Bartholomew Holder III (a.k.a. Barth) BGold NYC New York, New York WinnerKhanh Ngo MADE & Co. Gallery Columbus, Ohio Runner-upKnoxx Dvmn Pigeon Elmira, New York Runner-upBryan GonzalezSecond and 7th South Los Angeles, California 4thAlexzanderLab 74 Detroit, Michigan 5thCierra Boyd Friskmegood Cleveland, Ohio 6thDomo Wilkins Faded NYC North Carolina 7thVell Beck VBNYC Harlem, New York 8th (disqualified)T. Dionne Futura by T. Dionne Texas 9thRupal Banerjee Ru by Rupal New York, New York 10thChelsea Ma Takeon Label New York, New York 11th/12th (joint elimination)Jason Scott Verdict Still Out Atlanta, Georgia 11th/12th (joint elimination)
Episodes
Season 1 (2021)
Season 2 (2022)
References
External links HBO Max Originals | The Hype