Heidi Klum Reveals Why She Returned to 'Project Runway' After 8 Years

After nearly a decade away from the show she helped define, Heidi Klum is returning to "Project Runway" — and she says the decision felt like coming home.

Heidi Klum is making her runway return. Her comeback comes eight years after stepping away from "Project Runway." The supermodel and original host is set to return for Season 21 of the fashion competition, now airing on Freeform.

In a brief interview on the July 30 episode, Klum told E! News that coming back feels like "coming home." Klum, 52, said the decision to return was fueled by the opportunity to reunite with longtime judge Nina Garcia and designer Christian Siriano, now co-host.

She added that the chance to work alongside new judge Law Roach, a high-profile celebrity stylist, also played a key role in her decision. The TV personality described the season's cast as "12 amazing, talented designers," and said being part of their journey is what makes the show so enjoyable for her.

Law Roach, known for styling Zendaya, noted that Klum's return helped convince him to join the panel. Hearing that Klum was involved, he said, made the new season feel like "history."