Original Airdate: December 15, 2004

In the finale of Cycle 3, Amanda Swafford, Yaya, who had had enjoyed many consecutive challenge wins, and Eva went head-on in the Covergirl photo shoot. Amanda was eliminated first, leaving two African-American females as the remaining two contestants. Though Yaya’s final runway performance and consistently strong portfolio impressed the judges, her less-than-humble attitude on several occasions did not. Instead, Eva, who had overcome the handicap of being the shortest contestant, had a stunning portfolio, and stood out with her personality, was declared the third winner of America’s Next Top Model.

• Bottom two: Amanda Swafford & Eva Pigford
• Eliminated: Amanda Swafford
• Final two: Eva Pigford & Yaya Da Costa
• America’s Next Top Model: Eva Pigford
• Special guest(s): J. Alexander

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