Allison Harvard, known online as "Creepy Chan," began her journey at 14 by sharing haunting self-portraits on MySpace and DeviantArt, capturing attention with her wide-eyed gaze and gothic aesthetic. Her unique look gained a following on platforms like 4chan, leading to her nickname. In 2009, she brought her unconventional beauty to the mainstream by competing in Cycle 12 of "America’s Next Top Model," where she became a finalist. Post-ANTM, Allison enjoyed a successful modeling career, appearing in publications like Harper’s Bazaar and becoming a muse for various designers. Transitioning behind the scenes in the late 2010s, she worked as a casting agent and art director with Wyldside Media. In 2021, she launched a successful NFT collection of her iconic photographs and embraced a new chapter in her personal life, getting married and welcoming her first child, while occasionally sharing glimpses on social media.
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00:00You might recognize this ghostly girl from America's Next Top Model, but her story begins
00:09much earlier, rooted in the world of online artistry.
00:11At just 14 years old, Allison Harvard began sharing her haunting self-portraits on MySpace
00:16and DeviantArt.
00:17It feels like it was just yesterday that I was kind of pretending to be dead on my parents'
00:23staircase in Texas.
00:25Her wide-eyed gaze and unique aesthetic, characterized by a blend of gothic and surreal elements,
00:29quickly captured the attention of a devoted audience.
00:32Allison's moniker, Creepy Chan, was born from her strong following on platforms like
00:364chan, where her art resonated with a community that appreciated the eerie and unusual.
00:40I found this wedding dress that was in my parents' attic, and that's what kind of really
00:45kicked this into high gear for me, because then it kind of became like my cartoon outfit.
00:50In 2009, Allison made a significant leap into mainstream recognition by auditioning for
00:54Cycle 12 of America's Next Top Model.
00:56Her unconventional beauty and quirky personality distinguished her from other contestants,
01:01drawing the admiration of host Tyra Banks and viewers alike.
01:04However, the show's producers leaned heavily into her creepy persona, even featuring whimsical
01:08circus music during her appearances.
01:14Despite this, Allison's authenticity and quiet confidence allowed her to stand out, leading
01:18her to become one of the final two contestants of the season.
01:21Following her time on America's Next Top Model, Allison continued to thrive in the modeling
01:24industry, becoming a muse for several designers and appearing on the covers of notable publications
01:29like Harper's Bazaar.
01:30Her unique, doll-like look gained her international acclaim.
01:34By the late 2010s, Allison transitioned from modeling to a more behind-the-scenes role
01:38as a casting agent and art director.
01:40Currently, she works with Wildside Media, where her experience as an unconventional
01:44model informs her approach to discovering unique talent.
01:47In 2021, she ventured into the world of digital art, launching her own NFT collection featuring
01:52her iconic Creepy Chan photographs.
01:54Remarkably, these pieces sold for over $175,000, proving that her artistic vision continues
01:59to resonate.
02:00Today, Allison has embraced a new chapter in her life.
02:03Married in 2021, she and her husband recently welcomed their first child.
02:06While she is scaled back on her social media presence, she occasionally shares glimpses
02:10of her family life on platforms like Instagram.
02:13Allison Harvard experienced a lot on her journey to become Creepy Chan.
02:16Not everyone makes it out of internet fame with their head as intact as Allison did.
02:20She conquered an eating disorder at a young age after being sent to a rehabilitation center
02:24called Ramida Ranch, where she witnessed some disturbing scenes.
02:27She made it through hordes of 4chananons obsessing over her photos, made it through the grueling
02:31reality TV show scene, and still made it out strong.
02:34We tip our hats to Allison for being one of the most chill and respectable meme stars.
02:38I love getting to be a part of ancient internet meme culture.
02:43I've always loved online culture, so it's cool to have a place.
02:48I don't know, it's just cool to like be a part of it myself.
02:50I think that's just, I've always thought that was so cool.