''Strut'' is an American

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series that premiered on September 20, 2016, on the

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cable network. Announced in May 2016, the reality series follows the professional lives of a group of

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models. The show is executive produced by

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. The show features models Laith Ashley, Dominique Jackson,

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, Ren Spriggs, and

Arisce Wanzer Arisce Wanzer is a model, comedian, and actress. Early life Wanzer was born in Woodbridge, Virginia. At age 14, seeing a Victoria's Secret Fashion Show inspired her to pursue fashion and modeling. She moved to Miami, which she describes as a "trans ...

. "

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are struggling with things we can all relate to — trying to make ends meet, fighting to make a name for themselves and navigating the minefields of personal relationships. All of these struggles are amplified by the fact that they are also fighting to break down barriers and taking on the responsibility of representing the transgender community in today's society. It's time to separate caricature from real people, and that’s what we are doing with ''Strut''," said Goldberg. During the season finale Richard H. Lowe, III the International Creative Director for

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selects Arisce Wanzer to be featured as the first trans covergirl for an American catalog company. The photoshoot and journey of this cover are documented on Season 1 , Episode 6 which aired on Oct 25 9/8c EST.

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