Thank you all for your kind words. It’s true, after 18 cycles, I will not be returning to America’s Next Top Model.
Most importantly, I must give a big thank you to all our fans! It’s been extraordinary being a part of an such an amazing brand that we all worked hard to build. From the first cycle you embraced us and nine years later, we still feel that love. I’ve truly been blessed to work on a show that was recognized and loved around the world. I’ll take with me memories and lessons that will last a lifetime.
Nigel, Miss J and I had a great run, and now it’s time for us to move on. But you know me… I’m already working on many interesting projects. I look forward to sharing with you soon!
Much love,
-Jay
XOXO
This is Sad ANTM Won’t be the Same without mr jay
You have GOT to be kidding me!
Jay, I like Tyra (don’t get me wrong!) but you three made the show. You guys are cool, fun. I hate to boycott ANTM but I’m done with them if you three won’t be on there. Geesh, and to think I suffered thru when Andre Leon big smanchy pants was on there. LOL. Will miss you cute face, Doll!
Aw
You brand a big smile on our faces on ANTM and were so kind but still honest with the girls! Thank you for these 18 cycles 
I want you to know that you have always been a fav of mine and that I hope that you come out with your own series
I do not want this to be the last we hear from you. Love ya
We’ll sure miss you on the show Mr Jay!
You were the #1 reason I was still watching ANTM, Jay. We’ll definitely miss you… good luck!
Both you and Nigel leaving? The show will not be the same without you. Thank you for all the years you shared with us. I hope we have a chance to see that beautiful smile and twinkling eyes again!
I love how you took regular girls and turned them into outstanding models. You saw and captured the picture before she ever step on to the photo shoot. I think it takes a lot of talent and creativity to help someone else create works of arts.
You are amazing and I definitely will miss you on the show!
Oh Jay,I can’t believe it,I’m your fan…What I am doing without you?!
I’m really sad,but you know what is the best for you now!I wish always the best in your life!
Please back soon with a new project!
Good Luck!
Kisses.
So sad :’-(
ANTM really won’t be the same without you
wishing you all the best. Looking forward to your new projects xx
I love watching ANTM because there were you, Miss J, Nigel and Tyra… ANTM = all of you together, creating and inspiring all of us. But yeah, life goes on. Wish all of you the best of the best…
You will be MISSED! But we know that there is a time for everything, and a season for everything as well! God bless you as you step out and into an exciting new future!
So sad to learn the three of you wont be returning to ANTM; I guess the producers didnt ask the fans who where our favorites, otherwise they wouldnt have made this decision. It wont be the same, you will be dearly missed!!
Oh, no, saad! I’m from Sweden and i love the show and you. I learn so much from ANTM, but i hope the best for you! XO // Sofie, from Sweden
The show won’t be the same without the three of you. I wish you all the best and I hope to see and hear from all of you. You made us in Toronto so proud, with your style and humility. You are loved. You and your pretty face…keep it movin’ Jay…can’t wait to see what you do next. Xox.
I am in absolute disbelief that Nigel, Miss J & you will not be returning. However, I know you will go on to do even more amazing & wonderful things. Your absolutely perfect hair and overall perfect style will be missed on ANTM.
You, Nigel and Miss J were the best things on ANTM and I will miss you all on the show.
All the best to you in your future endeavors.
(TRYING TOFIND THE WORDS TO SAY) This is devastating for me to hear that Mr. Jaywill not be on ANTM anymore. SINCE I was a litle girl. Its been mg dream to be on ANTM. And learn everything /anything fromMr. Jay. Your amazing to me.When ever I get that chance to be onthe show. I WILL shed tears Because you were who I was dying to meet along with the rest of the team. Though I have never met you, you will surely be missed.
WHAT?!? God knows I love Tyra & often felt like one of the unofficial judges for the past 18 cycles but if JAY is not on the show I don’t think I can watch it #TeamToronto. Well good luck to you my dear wish you all the best in your future endeavours.
Awww, will miss you! Good luck with everything
I dont know if i can keep watching with out you three. Its not the models that make the show. It is you, Ms J and Nigel. Good Luck in the future. XOXOXO
I believe cycle 19 will be the end of ANTM. It won’t be the same without them
I won’t watch without you, all of my favorites are leaving ANTM! Good luck with your next adventure, I will miss seeing you every week.
ANTM will never be the same again!
With you and Miss J off the show, there goes my last remaining interest in ANTM. You played such an integral part in what made that show ‘click’ and make it so special; you were the heart of the show! I seriously can’t see it lasting beyond next season without you there.
All the best in your future endeavors Jay! There’s no doubt you’ll land on your feet and that you’ll move on to bigger and better.
As the Creative Director, you brought legitimacy to ANTM, along with Nigel and Miss J. I think Tyra shot herself in the foot with this decision. In fact, I was hoping you’d be back with “Beauty Tip of the Week”! Oh, well. Good luck to you.
dude, this guy was awesome! WHY!!??
I have truly enjoyed watching you, but now it’s time for all of y’all to have your own show. I’m Looking forward to your next project! God bless you.
I only watched ANTM because of you, Miss J and Nigel. I wish you all the best. Things happen for a reason. God has a plan for you. Goodluck Jay. Xoxox
Might as well end the show now. Miss Jay, Nigel, and Mr. Jay MADE the show. This is craziness. Ms. Tyra might be getting a little too big for her britches.
Well said, Earl!!!!! I have quit watching the show, I can’t stand the new cast. Also tired of hearing Tyra say, “I, I, I, me, me, me”
time to join project runway,
old tim`s getting a bit old
I’m soo sad!! I will miss you in ANTM
Tyra’s ego claims several other victims.
She clearly doesn’t get that fans are tuning out of the show not because of her costars.
Jay, you have been SAVING viewers these past few cycles- it’s Tyra’s antics and her huge inflated ego that’s turning them off. Well, also her ridiculous jumpsuits.
I’d love to see you do Canada’s Next Top Model again Jay and show us how it’s done with class and style. You were always a class act and everyone respects you.
You are such an integral part of the show, I know that I will no longer watch it once you and J. Alexander are gone. I hope this frees you up to do more amazing things, you deserve every success you get!
I’ve been watching since the onset of ANTM I don’t believe I’ll be watching anymore after this British Invasion cycle is done. I already feel I don’t see enough of Miss J this cycle. The show just will not be the same.
I love Nigel and the 2 J’s and can’t imagine the show without them.
Sorry Tyra, It’s a big NO for me
It won’t be the same without you
Oh Jay, the show definitely will not be the same without you! I can picture a lot of the fans becoming disappointed with the change in the direction of the show losing the three of you, and imagine it will lose a lot of the loyal fans that have been around since the beginning (myself included). Best of luck with your future projects, and best wishes for FABULOUS adventures ahead!
Wow…this news shocked me this morning…I am going to miss your creative, unique interesting and fascinating shoots…so much
Cheers from Australia
Jay I’m a student at Pitt and I wanted to let you know that I walked out of that auditorium truly inspired by your incredible drive and spirit. My sister called freaking out that you’re no longer on the show… but after hearing you speak I’m not too upset because I know you have HUGE plans in store for the world. ANTM was a great chapter for Mr. Jay Mauel… but I can’t wait to see all that’s next for you! xoxo
Show wont be the same…and I doubt I watch!
Honestly, other than the photo shoots, you three were my favorite part of the show – and you, Mr. Jay, my favorite of the three. I loved watching you help create the photo shoots and seeing something extraordinary come from the ordinary. You will all be missed and the best of luck to you all. And as everybody else has said – the show won’t be the same without you. Hope you have something in store for all your fans! I’m not a fashionista and don’t keep up with the modeling world but I loved your line that was featured in the recent episode and I love photography. I hope your future plans include reaching those of us that don’t keep up with the industry because I will miss your smiling face.
R.I.P. the old days of ANTM. You will be missed.
I haven’t even watched this past season because the first three episodes were utter crap (not because of you, you flawless Canadian).
TYRA. RETIRE THE SHOW ALREADY! Just stop before things get worse!
Jay, between this and Fashion Television being cancelled, the Canadian fashion media scene has suffered a serious blow. Really hoping to see you back soon in a CANADIAN-oriented show, putting us back on the fashion map where we belong!
Best of luck!
(crying, sobbing, throwing things around the apartment) no no no! say it ain’t so! jay you are such an inspiration. i hope we see you again on TV because you light up the silver screen, and I looked forward to seeing you each week on top model. I have never missed an episode since cycle one and you and miss j were a constant in my life. thank you for the years of laughter and fun.
You are the best thing about the show. Very strange decision.
You sure will be miss Mr. Jay. All you three are amazing and I wish you all the best!!!!
Greetings from Peru!!!!
Loves,
Chio
The show started to feel tired…but it wasn’t because of the three of you. I hope you develop something similar – but perhaps a little more true/realistic. I loved watching these women turn into beautiful models. I always fast forwarded through the “10 beautiful girls stand before me……” Ugh. You three were the bright spot in an otherwise dull show!
You were the only one of the judges/consistent characters on the show that I cared for. You were the only one that told it like it was. All of the other judges just made filler comments, or steered it a certain way. Anyway, I’m glad you will be moving onto bigger and better. Bring CNTM back?
As I told you before it was Jays next top model, the creative photo shoots were the resaon to watch. I will always love eva and the spider, the bees and the alterego shoots, can’t wait to see whats coming next for you man !
You know what – ANTM was interesting because of the disparate personalities of the three of you. It wasn’t all about Tyra. But we all know it is a dog-eat-dog world and so I am so proud that you took it like a (very hot) man
RIP ANTM
Just read the news. Gutted. You, Nigel et al WERE ANTM! Your creative talent was (and still is) an incredible inspiration and yardstick for the show. Good luck with everything you do in the future. You’ll be an incredible success I’m sure. I still can’t believe it tho. The world has gone mad. Think the execs have just killed the show with this decision.
All the best Jay. You’ll always have my support!
This show will suck without the three of you. Oh well, time to hit my cancel botton for ANTM.
I’m gonna miss you guys every week! it’s not gonna be ANTM without you guys.
I know it’s all about “shaking things up” and creating a buzz, but you, Miss Jay and Nigel MADE the show! The show has gotten a little redundant over the years, but you three MADE the show! I don’t think I will be watching anymore, as much as i hate to say it. We will miss you! Good luck and I hope to see you soon back in action!
Jay the biggest part that I respect about you is how you always built the girls egos on the show up. It was really clear to me how you actually cared about the girls you worked with and your genuine personality shown through. I think this is probably your biggest legacy on the show.
I was rewatching a few past cycles last night and I just had to communicate how genuine you came across as- in the later cycles, Tyra seemed to become less engaged with the show, absorbed with her talk show, while you and J. Alexander kept it real.
Always appreciate that about you. You are grounded and genuine. It shines through on the messageboards about the show I’ve read through the years.
I’m pretty angry that Tyra would imply that you and J. Alexander are an issue with the show when in reality you were the pillars holding it up and adding so much moral support to an industry that can tear people apart. You have been a positive force.
The shows just beened ruined…..im not watching it anymore this is ridiculous, they do this to every show and its all for money not for peoples enjoyment :’( Sorry The show just lost one fan
What about Canada’s Next Top Model??? Pleaseeeeee don’t go!!!!
won’t be the same without you and Nigel, hope you get your own show, you have a kind heart and frankly brought a lot to an otherwise mundane show
Will not watch ANTM after this season. Hope u the best
The only reason I watch ANTM is beacuse of you, Ms.J, and Nigel. You’ll surely be missed! Sorry Tyra, but I guess you’ll be losing lots of viewers.
I follow you from Switzerland and we don’t have people like you here! I’ll miss you in ANTM but you are do talented that i’m sure we will are you soon somewhere else! Good Luck and have fun in your project !
Well done J you have worked on a show that has gone from strength to strength and had me glued to my seat for at least seven of those nine years you and Miss J have done a great job all your fans look forward to seeing you on great adventures in the future .you can only look up not down
Only problem is a re working of this show may or may not work its a risk .we fans love the formula but we are not the head honchos who do the hire and fire. Did they let Andre Leon talley go too? It’s a bit harsh but I guess that’s show biz nasty nothing “nice ” about it or the way it operates at all .
I hope that this was actually your choice, and not Tyra’s. I agree with the above posters, the show is over without the 3 of you.
I also think.. perhaps a tell all book? I’d read it for sure. Or even a coffee table book with all your candid photos of the past 9 years on ANTM, that’d be awesome.
Your new house is gorgeous, congratulations. Enjoy having a bit more time off!
As a 54 year old female, I’m probably not in the ANTM demographic. I did watch on occasion though, primarily because of Mr. Jay Manuel. Handsome, yes. A looker, yes. A creative, articulate and caring soul, abospositively, and that is why I watched ANTM. When one door closes, another one cracks open. God bless you Mr. Jay. Hope to see you soon.
C’mon son, they be getting rid of their top 3 people, dawg these are sad times man!!!
it wont be the same with out you
You and Miss J made that show, I think the show is coming to it’s end, Tyra should take the show out with a bang!
Good luck in whatever the future holds for you.
Oh noes! ANTM will not be the same without you, although I figure it’s smart getting out now when it’s obvious it’s going down hill.
Does this mean you’ll be doing a new cycle of CNTM? I hope so!!!
I have watched this show religiously since season 1 and I don’t want to watch it without you three. I think in this attempt to get ratings, ANTM will loose a core audience.
No J’s & Nigel?, well no more top model for me,Tyra is the Boss, but the J’s made the show, I’ve watched from day one, so that’s it for me!! Sad to see them .
I am so sad that you and Nigel will not be a part of ANTM anymore – I have watched every season but will not be watching anymore. I can’t wait to see what you do in the next chapter of your life and hope you end up with your own show – you deserve it
Jay
My wife and i have been watching the show since its beginning. I must be honest that she had to do coaxing to get me to watch for the first time. Being a beer soaked caveman into sports i do have a surprising good handle on my “softer” side.Once i saw my first episode i was hooked. Of all the personalities, Tyra included, you and Miss J were our favorites.
I can understand the need to change things up a bit on ANTM. We thought that this seasons show seemed a little tired.
That being said I’ve always said (and thought)that you (and miss J?)should have a fashion and maybe talk show of your own.
My wife is always complaining about my sense of style and i always thought if i won the lotto i would hire you to change up my wardrobe. I would use the word makeover but that usually includes the word “hair”, something that I’m losing on a daily basis. So the word makeover is out.
So don’t forget about us cavemen as your designing career takes off.
As one door closes another opens and i believe that this (leaving the show) represents a tremendous opportunity for you and Miss J. We (Murray & Lynnae) wish you and Miss J the best of luck in your new endeavors.
Cheers
Murray G
Love u Mr. Jay. So sorry to see you go :-*( It wont be the same and here in Detroit our ANTM parties will cease. U were our fav. Take care and always be fabulous!
The show won’t be the same without you guys, especially withou you Jay, I became a fan of ANTM because of you, you’ve got something, you hold attention in a way, because of his professionalism, charisma, intelligence and beauty, I’ll miss you a lot in the show.But it’s time to move on.Kisses!!!
Mr. Jay, I can’t imagine an ANTM photo shoot without you as creative director.
The show will never be the same. Love your new Attitude though and wish you all the best. Can’t wait until it comes to the States! I’m going to shop til I drop!
aaahhhh Jay…you leave us? really I am not happy with that. I enjoy ANTM so much and especially because you are in it! I still have 2 seasons to watch with you in it since I just watched season 16 last weekend! I am from Holland so we are behind…we will miss you so much Jay…you are an amazing man and I really really really love your energy and your comments always on the show…you are my all time favorite on ANTM!!! I wish you the best with your new projects….much will come for you….you energy and your smile is much needed
…I will check your site now and then what you do…take care of yourself and really thank you for all those hours watchting and enjoying you!!
Greetings Sandra
Too far Tyra! You guys MAKE the show, the Jays! Perhaps it was time for Nigel to go, but Tyra aint nothing without the Jays. Bring back ALT, Janice and Jays!
Well we all know, that those photo shoots are going to be a mess with you to direct them!
It just sounds weird antm without you!
My house rabbit (the legendary Mr Spangles) and I will miss you soooo much. OUr world will be a less fabulous place without you x
So sad that your leaving, the show will not be the same without you and nigel and miss j. We won’t be watching the new seasons without the three of you,so keep us posted on where we can see you in the future.
much love from all of your canadian fans.
ANTM without You three!? That’s a different show. They need to just change the name of the show, and maybe that’s how they could trick some of us into watching it again.
A very sad turn of events for the show. Andre leaving was one thing, we could bare it, but… actually Andre leaving did it for me. I would watch during your shoots, but move on as soon as someone (mentioning no names) came on.
Very sad, but Life goes on. Viva Fashion!
They took off all the eye candy!! I’m gonna miss seeing your sweet, absolutely gorgeous face. But I’ll look for your other projects. Good luck to you.
ANTM will NEVER BE THE SAME W U GONE!!!! Tyra makes the show good, but you, miss j & Nigel makes it GREAT!!! This is a VERY BAD MOVE for Tyra to make. She thinks the ratings are low now??….. wait till the next season ratings WITHOUT U GUYS!! It’s gonna b a TOTAL BOMB!! I WISH U AAAALLLL THE BEST. U, Miss J & Nigel should do ur OWN SHOW.
I am a 52 year old female who enjoyed watching ANTM. So so sad to see you go. Enjoyed watching you over the years and loved the creativity on the photo shoots…plus you definately are not hard on the eyes!!!
I watched the first show of the new season (as I have watched all the previous seasons.) I deleted the show half way thru. I also deleted it from my list of scheduled recorded shows. Just not the same without you, Nigel and Miss J.
They have definately lost a viewer. Good Luck to you and I will watch for you at another place and time!
I felt the show was in trouble when I saw The British Invasion cycle. I personally thought that the selection of models wasn’t exciting. I’ll miss you guys on the show. It definitely will not be the same……at all.
I miss you Jay! Rather have you back than all these new people. You made the show. Am a huge fan of yours. I wish you luck wherever you are!
WOW! I’m really behind. I started watching season 19 but it seemed weird. Nigel and Manuel were not thee. Where were they? I had to go online to find out why. I’m so sad. I didn’t even finish watching the episode – it was boring. I did not watch ANTM just for the models. That woudl be way too much drama. I watched it for the advice and interaction of Nigel and Manuel. Now that you are gone the show is too boring for me. sigh
WHAT?!?!?!?!?!?!?!? im soooo upset i didnt know you guys were there anymore and when i watched the show for the first time I was soooo upset.. who’s this new creative director with a lisp lol he seems so robotic like he doesnt relate to the girls and doesnt understand them like you!! you really gave them good constructive criticsm I hate the show Tyra is doing to much! she got that bitch as a judge, this young model and that chinese social guy wtf?! so confused bad career move.. YOUR AMAZING! I WISH YOU ALL THE LUCK AND IF SHE DON’T WANT YOU GUYS GOOD.. WHERE ONE DOOR CLOSES A MILLION NEW ONES OPEN!!! I KNOW YOU WILL BE FINE
I LOVE YOU! xoxoxox
I am sure that a lot of fans, including me, like your style and looks, but what I loved the most about you was your kind and gentle heart. I know you have a cool show on now, but sadly, since I’m not from US I can’t watch it (not even if I want to pay to see the show). Perhaps you can make it so your show is published on a site that people outside US can see, if they purchase a subscription?
Best wishes and thoughts!
Jay you are missed so much on antm its just not the same without you! You should do Canada’s next top model again!
You will be missed.
I get it. You know that you know when it’s time. The quality of wisdom.
My best to you.
I am very sad that you 3 are gone. you guys were really the only reason I watched it.
I think there will be alot of lost viewers. I was watching the new season and thought something was wonky. what a shame.
I’m sorry Mr. J, but Tyra is crazy inot letting you back on the show
i know rhe show its going down. Since you left i havent watvh the show you three were better than tyra banks. I thimk maybe she was high when she took that dacision. Lol
The show will not be the same without the 3 of you. Y’all really made it for most of us. I love Tyra too but it isn’t the same now and I don’t see myself watching it now. I saw what is it without the 4 of you ans was disappointed. The only good change I saw was the public being able to vote and have a say in the out come.
Still, good luck in all you do and God be with you all.